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Elena Korobova

Russian tutor teaching full time online
Female, 34 Years| Valence, France

Member since: Aug 30, 2009

Last active on: Feb 10, 2012 at 08:58 PM (EST)

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About Elena Korobova

My name is Elena, I'm a native speaker of Russian. I’m a professional Russian tutor and I’ve been teaching Russian over the internet, full-time, through my own registered business since 2007. Before that I taught English in a language school, and I have eleven years of teaching experience altogether. I also own a website for learners of Russian.

I believe that each student is different, so I always do my best to adapt my lessons to your needs and your learning style. However, I don’t think it’s possible to teach “only grammar” or “only conversation”. I offer my students a lot of conversation practice, but also grammar, vocabulary, listening and writing exercises. I also think that learning vocabulary is really important. You can’t build a wall if you don’t have any bricks, you can’t speak a foreign language if you don’t know any words. That’s why after each lesson I make on-line flashcards for my students to help them revise the new words.

And, last but not least, I really love teaching, so I always try to make my lessons fun and as enjoyable as possible for both my students and myself. My philosophy is to simplify things, not to complicate them, and I can prove to you that learning a foreign language is easier than you might think.

Teaching Preferences

Online Teaching

One-on-One at $10-20 per hour

Group Teaching at $0-10 per hour

Offers free trial classes

Teaches following Subjects/Exams
Russian (Languages)
Language of Instruction: English, French, Russian
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
English (Languages)
Language of Instruction: English, French, Russian
Teaching Experience

Russian online tutor

edufire.com; verbalplanet.com; wiziq.com, France

Apr 2007 - Present

Russian, English


I'm a professional Russian tutor teaching Russian over the internet, full-time, through my own registered business. I have developed online courses for Russian students of all levels. I'm also the owner of a website for Russian learners www.easyrussian.info.

Teacher

BKC International House, Moscow, Russian Federation

Sep 1998 - May 2003

English


Taught English as a foreign language to adults and young learners using communicative approach.

Professional Experience
Content developer and teacher
Russianpod101.com, Japan
May 2008 - Present

Developing content for Russianpod101.com (writing podcast scripts, grammar and vocabulary pages, tests).

Education

TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) intensive course

International House (London), Russia

Aug 1998 - Sep 1998


Grade "Very good"

BA with Honours in Library Science

Moskovskij Gosudarstvennyj Universitet Kul'tury i Iskusstv, Russian Federation

Sep 1994 - Jul 1998

Professional Exams & Certifications

CPE (Cambridge Certificate in Proficiency in English), Grade A

Russia

Year Of Passing: 1999

CAE (Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English), Grade A

Russia

Year Of Passing: 1998

TEFL IH (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), Grade "Very good"

Russia

Year Of Passing: 1998

FCE (First Certificate in English), Grade A

Russia

Year Of Passing: 1997

Testimonials
by Ahmad ARAFA posted on 14 November, 2011

A talented and patient teacher. A pleasure to learn from !

by Gabriel Alexander posted on 29 August, 2011

She is a professional and very understanding teacher. I enjoyed learning with her and see my self taking many lessons with her. I highly recommend her.

by Sean OBuaidhe posted on 27 August, 2011

Elena is a first rate teacher. I am a teacher myself, and I know a good one when I see it. She is patient and practised in her methods, which challenge but are not burdensome. To anyone hesitating over making a start with Russian, I'd say, make the leap and start here.

by Ahmad ARAFA posted on 12 August, 2011

The lesson was very clear and the steps logical and precise. I am sure that I will learn a great deal.

by Joanna Bowler posted on 04 May, 2011

Really good - Elena is a patient, supportive teacher and very well organised. It was a really enjoyable first lesson!

by Tzvetan posted on 31 January, 2011

Well structured lesson, positive atmosphere, interactive approach from the teacher - using texts, music etc, which makes the lesson really pleasant.

by Scott Milgroom posted on 10 November, 2010

Excellent, helpful, instructive. Extremely useful for grammar, vocabulary, and conversation practice.

by Lee Simmons posted on 01 September, 2010

Excellent teacher. Good balance of conversation and grammar.

by Jim Ehrhard posted on 25 August, 2010

I have been taking lessons with Elena for over a year and she is excellent! She is always well prepared and her lessons are very practical. I highly recommend her as a Russian teacher.

by Ernest Hocking posted on 02 August, 2010

good fun and learnt a lot

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