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Russian & Ukrainian lessons with a Native Teacher Online
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My name is Lydia. I'm a professional Russian & Ukrainian coach and language consultant. I provide tailored online Russian & Ukrainian lessons from beginner to advanced level and online classes for people who are going to visit Russian-speaking countries for travel and business purposes and interested in Russian & Ukrainian culture. At my lessons I use real-life approach which focuses on developing your communication skills and practicing useful language for everyday situations. In addition, I always have an individual approach to each student.

Russian/Ukrainian for beginners

This course is designed for students, who have a busy life at work or at home, but want to use basic Russian in everyday conversations. It will allow you to enhance fluency and communication skills, learn phrases for everyday situations, improve your pronunciation and build up your basic vocabulary.

Russian/Ukrainian for Travelers

This practical course is designed for people who are going to Russia, Ukraine or other Russian-speaking country for traveling purposes. It will teach you how to communicate more effectively in Russian conversation and be understood in a variety of everyday speaking situations.

Business Russian

Business Russian course is designed for business people who need good knowledge of Russian for professional purposes and career growth. It is an excellent choice for managers and entrepreneurs working or planning to do business in Russia, Ukraine, or other Russian-speaking country. The course is focused on gaining confidence in business communication in meetings and discussions, negotiations and presentations, telephone conversations, business writing, and networking.
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Online from United States
About Me
My name is Lydia. I'm a professional Russian & Ukrainian coach and language consultant. I provide tailored Russian & Ukrainian lessons for expats in Kiev from beginner to advanced level and Skype classes for people who are going to visit Ukraine for travel and business purposes and interested in Ukrainian culture and lifestyle. At my lessons I use real-life approach which focuses on developing your communication skills and practicing useful language for everyday situations. In addition, I always have an individual approach to each student.
Education
I studied teaching Russian language and literature in Moscow, Saint-Petersburg, and Kyiv. In addition, I have a journalistic background and an experience of working in media and teaching English as a foreign language. I hold a M.A. in Russian Language and Literature and English Studies, a certificate in Economy and International Marketing, and a TESOL certificate.
Experience / Qualifications
Many of my students are professionals who live and work in Russia or Ukraine. Since 2009 I have been teaching General and Business Russian for corporate clients. My students are using their Russian & Ukrainian skills for companies such as Microsoft, Philip Morris, UniCreditBank, Indesit, L’Oreal, Danone, Boeing, Piraeus Bank, etc.
Age
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Russian
Ukrainian
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
This course is designed for beginners, who have a busy life at work or at home, but want to use basic Russian in everyday conversations. It will allow you to enhance fluency and communication skills, learn phrases for everyday situations, improve your pronunciation and build up your basic vocabulary.

🏆 WHAT WILL I GET FROM THIS COURSE? 🏆

🔹 You will learn how to read and write in Cyrillic.

🔹 You will be able to shop or travel with basic Russian/Ukrainian and understand simple conversations.

🔹 You will orientate yourself in the city, read a map, and understand street signs and city advertisements.

🔹 You will know how to use the most important elements of basic Russian/Ukrainian grammar in your everyday speech.

🔹 You will communicate with Russian people in the most typical situations at work, in the supermarket, in the street, at a restaurant, etc.

🔹 You will be able to tell about your everyday life, describe your lifestyle, hobbies, interests and plans for future.

🔹 You will feel comfortable in a Russian/Ukrainian speaking environment without an interpreter or a phrasebook.

🔹 You will be able to write short letters and SMS in Russian/Ukrainian and express your opinions.

📖 COURSE SYLLABUS 📖

1. Russian/Ukrainian Alphabet & Phonetics
2. Meeting People. Socializing
3. People and their Jobs
4. Things people carry
5. Family & Friends
6. Food
7. Eating Out
8. Buying Food
9. Work & Daily Routines
10. Seasons & Weather
11. Lifestyles
12. In the Office. Communications
13. Countries & Cities
14. Nationalities & Languages
15. Past Events & Routines
16. Plans for the Future
17. City Life. Going Out.
18. Money & Banking
19. Safe Travel
20. Accommodation
21. Buying Clothes & Souvenirs
22. Hobbies & Interests
23. Holidays & Events
24. Telephoning & Invitations
25. Family Parties. Birthday
26. Russian / Ukrainian Culture. Free Time Activities
27. Health
28. Feelings & Emotions
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