"Behind the Lessons: Get to Know Your Child's ESL Teacher" is a personal podcast designed for prospective and current parents of my ESL students. Through candid storytelling, I offer a glimpse into my educational background, share my experiences learning foreign languages, and reflect on my journey as an ESL teacher. By getting to know me better, parents can gain insights into my teaching style, values, and commitment to their child's language development. Join me on this journey as we build connections and foster trust, empowering parents to choose me as their child's ESL teacher with confidence.

Behind the Lessons: Get to Know Your Child's ESL Teacher

Introduction

In this episode, we take our story into the past tense! Building on "йти (іти)" and "їхати," I’ll explain how these verbs change in the past and introduce other important verbs to expand your understanding.

We’ll also dive into one of the trickiest parts of Ukrainian grammar—perfective vs. imperfective verbs in the past tense. With clear explanations and useful tips, you'll learn how to recognize and use them correctly in different situations.



Grammar bits in Ukrainian

Йти (Іти) vs Їхати in the Past. Learn Through a Story! 

In this episode, we explore the difference between "йти/іти" and "їхати" through a short, simple story told in the present tense. Join me as I share my day, using first-person examples to clarify when and how to use these essential Ukrainian verbs. Perfect for beginners and intermediate learners looking to master these common Ukrainian verbs!

Йти (Іти) vs Їхати: Ukrainian Verbs  Explained Through a Story!

In this intermediate-level dialogue, practice your listening skills with a phone conversation between two friends. You'll learn key phrases, expand your vocabulary, and discover new verbs to use in everyday situations.

 Phone conversation (Intermediate level)

In this episode, we tackle plural forms of feminine and masculine nouns ending in й, 'я, ія, ея. With clear explanations and examples, you’ll learn how these unique endings change in the plural and practice recognizing patterns to apply them confidently.

Mastering Ukrainian Plurals: Feminine&Masculine nouns. Part 2

In this episode, we shift our focus to neutral nouns in Ukrainian and how to form their plural endings! We’ll break down the most common patterns, explain how hard and soft stems influence these changes, and provide simple tips to help you master plural formation.

Mastering Ukrainian Plurals: Neutral nouns in plural

In this beginner-friendly episode, I’ll guide you through the basics of forming plurals for masculine and feminine nouns in Ukrainian! Together, we’ll explore the most common plural endings, the difference between hard and soft stems, and how understanding these patterns can make plural formation much easier.

With clear explanations and examples, you’ll feel more confident recognizing and using these essential grammar rules. Plus, I’ll provide a few sentences as homework to help you practice and apply what you’ve learned.

Whether you're new to Ukrainian or just need a refresher, this episode is a great way to strengthen your understanding of Ukrainian grammar.