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Polina Merkulova
Community TutorTeaches
Russian
Native
Speaks
English
French
Other
Specialties
BusinessHave you ever thought: “I know the words, but I freeze when I try to say them aloud?"
Teaches
Russian
Native
Speaks
English
French
Other
Specialties
BusinessHave you ever thought: “I know the words, but I freeze when I try to say them aloud?"
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From Russian FederationLiving in Surat Thani, Thailand (02:55 UTC+07:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 4, 2025InterestsMusicSports & FitnessPets & AnimalsArtEnvironment & Nature
Hello! I’m Polina — a Russian language tutor with 10+ years of experience teaching students of all ages and levels (Europe, USA, Middle Asia). I graduated from the Maurice Torez Linguistic Lyceum and later studied at Moscow Linguistic University and the Moscow Academy of Business and Public Relations.
Fluent in English and French, I make Russian simple and fun for everyone.
Formerly a TV reporter for 15 years, I now write fiction, teach fitness for women 40+, and volunteer in animal rescue and eco projects.Me as a Teacher
My greatest strength as a teacher lies in the balance between linguistic expertise and a warm, human approach.
I don’t just teach Russian — I help my students speak, think, and feel confident using the language naturally. My lessons & teaching style
Imagine speaking Russian easily, confidently, and with a smile.
In my lessons, we don’t just memorize grammar — we learn to feel the language, think in Russian, and speak naturally.
I create a warm and open atmosphere where mistakes are part of the adventure, not something to fear.
With my background in journalism and linguistics, every lesson becomes a mix of language, culture, and creativity.
Join me — let’s make Russian your new favorite language to speak, dream, and live in!My teaching material
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Video files
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Quizzes
Certificates
Bachelor of Economics and Business Communications - Moscow Academy of Business and Economics - 1997
Education
1997 - 2003
Bachelor’s - Public Relations and Communications1. Moscow Academy of Business and Economics — Bachelor in Pubblic Relations and Communications · Graduated: 2005 Focus on international trade, global business strategy, and business communications. 2. Moscow Maurice Thorez Institute of Foreign Languages — Bachelor’s in Linguistics & Teaching Russian as a Foreign Language · Graduated: 2001 Specialized in linguistics, communication, and intercultural education. 3.Moscow Linguistic Lyceum Maurice Thorez No. 1555 -Graduated 1997
Russian Lessons
Trial Lesson
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USD 5.00+
Speak Russian From Zero: Friendly A1 Beginner Course with Games, Stories & Real Conversations
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USD 9.00+
Package with 30% off
A2 Beginner Russian – Speak Confidently and Understand Native Russian Conversations with Polina
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USD 11.00+
Package with 12% off
B1 Intermediate Russian — Speak Naturally, Think in Russian, and Enjoy Real Conversations with Polina
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USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
B2 Upper-Intermediate Russian — Speak Fluently, Express Yourself Confidently, and Understand Real Russian Culture with Polina
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USD 13.00+
Package with 14% off
C1 Advamced Russian for Fluent Communication — Confidence, Culture, and Clear Expression with Polina
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USD 15.00+
Package with 9% off
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