Varsity Tutors can help you get more out of your Russian language learning experience in Portland by getting you started with Portland Russian lessons. You may have decided to take Russian as a part of your required coursework at a local college like the University of Portland. Or, perhaps you attend a local high school like David Douglas or Lincoln. Students at these schools may have decided to study Russian as a part of their high school language learning requirements or simply because they're passionate about the language. Whatever your reasons are for wanting to develop a better understanding of Russian, you can supplement your language learning process by signing up for Portland Russian lessons.
How Do Russian Lessons Work?
You'll have two primary options to consider when deciding which type of Russian lessons are the right fit for your needs. First, you could sign up to work with a Portland Russian tutor for either online or in-person study sessions. This option will give you the chance to learn directly from an experienced Russian language educator. You'll be able to work with them in a one-on-one setting where your language learning needs and goals will always remain the top priority.
Your Portland Russian tutor can work with you on whatever aspect of the Russian language that you're struggling with the most. For example, you may still need help with understanding the Cyrillic alphabet. Or, perhaps you'd rather focus more on the pronunciation of Russian words. You'll also be able to study things like Russia nouns, grammar, common phrases, essential vocabulary and more. This is a truly personalized learning experience that can be individualized with your growth in mind.
Another Portland Russian lesson option that you may consider is signing up to take a Russian course. This is a solid learning opportunity that takes place on a powerful virtual learning platform. You'll learn from an experienced educator alongside a number of peers who are also learning Russian. Your Portland Russian lessons will give you an in-depth look at the language you're trying to learn. If you find that you're struggling with one of the topics that's covered in your course, then you'll also have the option of signing up for one-on-one assistance from your educator. This makes it easier to keep pace with your classmates and to continue making progress towards your Russian language goals.
Both of these learning options are flexible enough to fit into most students' schedules. For example, when you sign up to work with a private instructor, we'll make every effort to connect you with one who can work around your existing obligations. Similarly, new courses start monthly and you can choose from a number of two and four-week options. This makes it simple to find a course that you can take without having to make too many sacrifices in the other important parts of your life.
You can sign up to get this unique academic assistance no matter what level your Russian language skills are currently at. For instance, if you're just starting out on your journey with this language, then working with an experienced educator is a great way to jump-start your growth. Doing this can give you the confidence and foundational skill set that you'll need to continue studying the language on your own. If you're a more advanced student, then signing up for Russian language assistance can supplement your classroom learning experience in a number of ways. You'll be able to go back over the most challenging things you learned in your class and develop new skills that will aid you as you progress further forward with your studies.
How Can You Get Started?
There are a number of reasons that you may be interested in learning Russian. Perhaps you want to read the famous literary works of Dostoevsky in their original forms. Maybe you're interested in Russian culture and want to feel a closer connection to it. Worldwide, it's estimated that there are more than 265 million Russian speakers. This makes it a solid language to learn no matter what your reasons for deciding to do so are.
Do you think that you would benefit from working with Portland Russian tutors or taking a Russian course? If so, then consider reaching out to Varsity Tutors directly today to get help selecting the right learning plan for your needs. We can get you started with the option that you decide on quickly so that you can start pursuing your Russian goals right away. We hope to hear from you soon and look forward to working with you.
Joy: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...my high school years, revealed the deep insecurities we all carry as students. To a 6th grader, the thought of algebra was so frightening and intimidating that any reasoning disintegrated. So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Latin
- Spanish
- Middle School Math
- +99 subjects
Lena: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...improve upon or master a skill. I am passionate and very interested in human psychology and am about to obtain a Master's Degree in the field. I also love to travel, meet new people, and learn new things. I spend 2015 abroad, traveling 10 countries in 10 months in South and Central America and loved the experience of meeting new people and learning new cultures. My field of study and my traveling have taught me...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development and Family Studies
- Central Connecticut State University - Masters, Health Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Social Sciences
- English
- +11 subjects
Elli: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...Yale University regarded Memory Politics following the Second World War in Spain and Germany, which received university funding. I also received grants for my work on Israeli pre-state insurgency of the Haganah and Irgun. I was granted awards to pursue further research in Israel, including awards from the prestigious Schusterman Foundation, and have attended the American-Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Conference as their guest on several occasions. I can help with American politics and history,...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- High School Level American History
- SAT Writing and Language
- +54 subjects
Steve: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...of Connecticut, with a background in teaching a variety of subjects. I enjoy teaching and always take a patient, understanding approach as I help my students develop their abilities. My credentials include a B.A. from Columbia University in the City of New York, a master's degree from Yale University, and licenses to teach general education and special education. When not teaching, I play several instruments and enjoy any kind of live music.
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Yale University - Master of Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- IB Extended Essay
- ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
- College Political Science
- +96 subjects
Andrew: Portland Russian lesson instructor
I am a freshman at the University of Wisconsin-Madison studying Russian, Political Science, and German. It would be an honor and a privilege to help you improve in your studies as previous tutors helped me improve in mine. I'm also fun!
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Russian
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- German
- Social Studies
- American Literature
- +29 subjects
Mariya: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...Atlanta, Georgia, in 2018 with a BA in History. I have been working in education for over five years and have incorporated different learning styles and methodologies into my work, including Montessori, Reggio Amelia, and Reggio-inspired. I recently taught English at a British international school in mainland China. I am TEFL certified and have taught ESL for all age groups and levels. In addition to English, I have tutored GED studies (social studies and sciences), and...
Education & Certification
- Agnes Scott College - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Mandarin Chinese
- European History
- Middle School Reading
- +42 subjects
Ruth: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...that embrace all the different kinds of diversity in our world. A graduate of Smith College, Ruth has worked as a teacher in a variety of community-based settings. She spent one year as a Fulbright teacher at Northern (Arctic) Federal University in Arkhangelsk, Russia, teaching English and growing international friendships. Since returning to Pittsburgh in 2012, she has taught and mentored at-risk kids and youth at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, and...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Spanish
- College Essays
- SAT
- +27 subjects
Andrew: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...I volunteered with a group that met at a local church and helped children with their schoolwork while their parents took classes at the church. I worked with middle school children and helped them with math and reading. Later, one of my professors asked me to tutor his friend's college-age grandson in chemistry. We met for several hours a night, two to three nights a week, and although we worked hard, we both had a...
Education & Certification
- Baylor University - Bachelors, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Latin
- College Biology
- General Chemistry
- +78 subjects
Anastasia: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...taught from French to physics and back again. As a bachelor's graduate with a chemistry/physics degree, I know full well what's required to succeed in those subjects. I also know how to face the endless standardized tests and leave the battle in victory, not resignation. I've been speaking French since I was old enough to read and I have a Russian heritage that can help out with colloquialisms and grammar. Languages and linguistics are fascinating...
Education & Certification
- New College of Florida - Bachelors, Chemistry/Physics
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- French
- Microeconomics
- Other
- +155 subjects
Vlada: Portland Russian lesson instructor
Hi! My name is Vlada, and I'm excited for the opportunity to help people better understand the subjects they need some help in. I enjoy tutoring algebra, and helping out with all sorts of writing, as well as helping people with ACT training!
Education & Certification
- Augustana College - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- ACT Writing
- Accounting
- Elementary School Reading
- +33 subjects
John: Portland Russian lesson instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Latin
- Greek
- Foreign Language
- +110 subjects
Naama: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied Linguistics Masters here in California. I have been teaching and tutoring for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New York, as...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Hebrew
- German
- Spanish
- +41 subjects
Nathan: Portland Russian lesson instructor
Hi! My name is Nathan and I'm currently a junior at New York University's Stern School of Business. I graduated from Staten Island Technical High School in 2016 and I am always looking to help and share my specialization in SHSAT, SAT, and Math!
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Greek
- Elementary School Writing
- ISEE
- +36 subjects
Daniel: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...myself, where I volunteered as a "Big Brother", helping incoming freshmen adapt themselves to the more rigorous environment of St. Paul's. While an undergraduate at Columbia University, I taught SAT prep courses. I will be going to law school in the fall, and until then I am continuing my passion for teaching with Varsity Tutors! My tutoring style has always been to fit the lesson to the student. Whether you're studying for chemistry test or...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School Chemistry
- Graduate Test Prep
- High School Business
- +58 subjects
Henny: Portland Russian lesson instructor
I've always known I wanted to teach. Once I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology/Neuroscience, I decided to pursue a Masters degree in Education. I love working with classrooms full of students, but I also love working with people one-on-one. I find that when the tutor has a chance to zero in on and accommodate a students' individual needs and learning style, the experience becomes more productive and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Education & Certification
- Yeshiva University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology/Neuroscience
- Yeshiva University - Master of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Hebrew
- Psychology
- World History
- +49 subjects
Irina: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...time management skills that are needed to pass. This is based on my own personal experience as someone who has taken a preparatory course on how to pass the DaF examination and passed it. While teaching, I rely on not only my extensive experience, but also try to keep up to date with the latest textbooks, methodologies, multi-media programs, and other tools for teaching foreign languages. In order to do this, I constantly attend seminars,...
Education & Certification
- Pyatigorsk State Foreign Languages Pedagogical University - Bachelor in Arts, Teaching German as a Foreign Language
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- German
- German 1
- German 3
- +4 subjects
West: Portland Russian lesson instructor
I tutored at a writing center while an undergraduate student, and became an Advanced Certified Tutor through the College Reading and Learning Association. I also taught English classes in Russia for 2 years. I enjoy tutoring because of the opportunity it presents to constantly adapt lessons and teaching styles to best meet the needs of individual students.
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Hawaii - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- The George Washington Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- College Essays
- ACT Reading
- History
- +32 subjects
Christopher: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...as much as I have learned; occasionally in a formal fashion, as I have through tutoring for Russian language and through my clinical teaching experiences, but more often through informal avenues, bending the ears of roommates, peers, and strangers alike with stories too unbelievable to be untrue. In so doing, I have found that seeing the passion for learning inspired in others is not only a deeply gratifying experience, but a meaningful one. Every time...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- Truman State University - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education: Social Studies
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- High School Geography
- ACT
- Homework Support
- +45 subjects
Daniel: Portland Russian lesson instructor
I'm a freshman at the College of William and Mary studying finance and computer science. I've been tutoring since high school, and love how it allows me see familiar subjects from a different perspective. In my free time, I like to play rugby, spend time with my friends, and do Model UN. I can tutor most subjects that I've taken before, but especially love teaching high school math.
Education & Certification
- College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Algebra 2
- History
- High School Physics
- +43 subjects
Aleksey: Portland Russian lesson instructor
...in Houston, TX. Subjects that I can enlighten with include all levels of Math through Calculus 3, all levels of Physics, lower Chemistry, and Computer Science. There's no getting around it: I am a Nerd. I breathe, eat, and sleep anything and everything technological and engineering, but I also wish to stress the engineering part - I'm very practical. I am a big fan of the KISS principle, and am a big fan of efficiency,...
Education & Certification
- University of Texas - Pan American - Unknown, Mechanical Engineering
- Rice University - Masters, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Russian
- Gifted
- High School Computer Science
- Math
- +37 subjects