Hello, my name is Irina Kubica and I'm an experienced native Russian tutor currently living in France. I have been giving Russian lessons online with Verbalplanet since 2026. I am currently offering a free initial trial lesson for new students.
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About me - English
Hello, my name is Irina and I am a native Russian teacher with more than 20 years of experience in teaching teenagers and adults.
I'm based in France and I hold a Master's degree in foreign language teaching (English and French). I work at a language school.
I'm passionate about languages, and I enjoy helping students make progress, gain confidence and enjoy learning. I'm also fund of traveling and discovering new cultures. This helps me create engaging and culturally rich lessons.
My professional experience has allowed me to develop the adaptability and skills needed to help my students of different levels and backgrounds progress quickly and effectively.
I help French and English speakers learn Russian in a clear, structured, progressive way, even starting from the very beginning.
Qualifications & Experience
- Master's degree in foreign language teaching.
- 20+ years of teaching experience.
- English and Russian language teacher at a university in Russia.
- English teacher at a middle school in France.
- Russian and English tutor in a Language school.
- Private Russian tutor (face-to-face and online).
Teaching Approach
My lessons are structured, focused on real life situations and tailored to your personal goals and your level, whether you are a complete beginner or want to improve your speaking skills. We work on grammar in a simple and understandable way, then we use it immediately in speaking activities. The other part of the lesson is dedicated to a specific topic, I introduce useful vocabulary, linking words, phrases to express your opinion, and encourage speaking through interactive activities.
After every class i will give you a creative task to help you practice the new grammar point, expand your vocabulary and practice your language skills (writing, listening, speaking, reading).
During our lessons, you will learn to speak naturally, understand the logic of Russian, and develop solid language skills step by step.
