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Certified English teacher from New York with over 15 years of experience

Teaches

English

Native

Speaks

Russian

French

Spanish

Chinese (Mandarin)

Hindi

Certified English teacher from New York with over 15 years of experience

About Me

Me as a Teacher

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From United StatesLiving in Paris, France (18:57 UTC+02:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Feb 19, 2022

InterestsPets & AnimalsWritingBusiness & FinanceTravelFood

With over 15 years of experience teaching English, I have had the privilege of working with hundreds of students with a wide range of needs and goals. I have always been very passionate about helping my students build their confidence in their English-language skills, and I look forward to helping you build confidence and achieve your goals as well. I am a CELTA-certified instructor who has taught in New York, where I am from, Moscow, where I lived for 5 years, and Paris, where I am currently based.

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Me as a Teacher

I presently work with intermediate to advanced students who seek to improve their English-language skills for personal, professional, and academic purposes. Because all students are different, I always make sure to adapt to my students' individual needs and goals. In addition to being a patient and respectful teacher, I also try to maintain a friendly and comfortable learning environment where my students can maybe have a laugh or two. After all, language learning should be fun!

My lessons & teaching style

After getting to know you a bit, assessing your level, and discussing your goals in the first lesson, I will create a study plan catered to your personal needs. I am always open to my students' feedback, and students should never be afraid to ask to focus on something in particular. Depending on a student's needs, lessons can range from being very structured with a focused schedule to being freer, where topics can emerge as we go.

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Certificates

CELTA - University of Cambridge ESOL - 2011

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Education

2020 - 2022

Master's - International RelationsAmerican UniversityIn 2022, I completed a Master's degree in International Relations, concentrating in International Negotiation and Conflict Resolution with an unofficial regional concentration in Eastern Europe. My thesis was titled “Culture, Cultural Policy, and European Integration in Eastern Europe.”

2017 - 2019

Bachelor’s - English Literature & RussianHunter College of the City University of New YorkIn 2019, I completed my Bachelor's degree, double-majoring in English Literature with a Concentration in Creative Writing and Russian with a Concentration in Russian Language & Culture. As part of my studies, I participated in a number of English-language writing workshops and Russian translation courses. Not only did I graduate summa cum laude with a 3.91/4.0 GPA but also with departmental honors from the Russian department, after having to write an honors thesis.

Work Experience

2009 - Current

English as a Foreign Language InstructorFreelance - New York, Moscow, Paris, Remotely Online, Other• Teaching students from a variety of linguistic backgrounds, ranging in level and age (beginner to advanced; very young learners to adults) • Advising students on university admission and academic writing • Preparing students for the TOEFL and IELTS exams • Planned and led intensive language tourism programs in New York City

2019 - 2020

English as a Foreign Language InstructorLISMA Language Center - New York, United States• Designed and taught courses in Business English and TOEFL preparation for students from Thai, Turkish, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, and Japanese language backgrounds • Planned and led cultural excursions around New York City

2011 - 2015

English as a Foreign Language InstructorBKC-International House - Moscow, Russian Federation• Taught Russian-speaking students ranging in level and age (beginner to advanced; very young learners, preteens, teenagers, and adults) • Taught in-company business courses (long-term companies included Takeda, Mattel, Dyson, and United Card Services) • Prepared students for exams (TOEFL, IELTS, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, GRE, SAT, SSAT) • Conducted a seminar for over 25 teachers on IELTS teaching strategies • Developed and led a monthly intensive pronunciation workshop for Russian EFL teachers

2013 - 2014

English as a Foreign Language InstructorGlobal’niy Mir at Moscow State University - Moscow, Russian Federation• Planned and implemented language learning programs catered to students ages 7 to 17 at School №1589, a public lyceum • Prepared students for the Cambridge Starters, Movers, and Flyers exams • Taught private lessons at the language center on the Moscow State University campus

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English Lessons

Trial Lesson

24 lessons completed

USD 17.00+

Conversation Practice

A2 - C2

Conversation

484 lessons completed

USD 18.98+

Package with 5% off

General English

A2 - C2

Language Essentials

1,045 lessons completed

USD 22.15+

Package with 5% off

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Natalia

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Teacher’s pick

I have finally found a teacher who is able to adapt to my needs. I have had lessons with other teachers here on Italki, but Chris was the only teacher who understood what I wanted from the lesson one. I absolutely like the professional approach he has towards his work. Thank you!

Dec 3, 2022