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Ekaterina Rodina

Professional Teacher
Professional Teacher
Teaches
Russian
Native
English
Speaks
German
Spanish
I`m going to hold your hand and do my best to help you learn a language
From Russian FederationLiving in Chicago, United States (09:25 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 12, 2020
InterestsMusicPets & AnimalsReadingTravelHistory
Привет! I’m Katya, a passionate and certified English/Russian teacher with over 9 years of experience in language education. I'm originally from Russia and I’ve dedicated my career to helping students of all levels—whether you're just starting out or aiming to think naturally in your target language. For the past 5 years, I’ve been teaching Russian on italki, where I’ve helped countless learners build confidence and fluency. My teaching philosophy revolves around real-world context, drawing from my diverse interests in music, literature. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
5.0
Rating
276
Students
2390
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Russian Lessons

Russian
English
Trial Lesson
113 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Conversation in Russian
B1 -  C2

Language Essentials

258 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 6% off
Russian general
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

483 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 6% off

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185 Reviews

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Student Josh P.
Josh P.
10 Russian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Katya excels at customizing her teaching to match her students' needs and learning speeds. Her lessons are always well-prepared, engaging, and filled with relevant materials that not only challenge but also inspire progress at a comfortable pace. What truly distinguishes Katya is her passion for teaching and her dedication to student success. She consistently provides additional resources and support, going above and beyond to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the material. Her patience and encouragement have been key in boosting my confidence in speaking and understanding Russian. Her insights into Russian culture have also been a highlight, adding depth to my learning and sparking a greater interest in the language and its cultural background. Katya's professionalism, warmth, and dedication make her an exceptional teacher. Her lessons are not just educational but also a delightful experience, thanks to her friendly and supportive approach. I wholeheartedly recommend Katya
Feb 20, 2024
Student Zoë Prosvetova
Zoë Prosvetova
97 Russian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Katya is genuinely an amazing teacher, as someone who is very insecure and anxious I have felt at ease with her since my first lesson. The lessons themself have a very casual yet educative atmosphere, where I can freely make jokes and share things about my own life as well as my culture. I don't have to worry about asking too many questions, as she's always been happy to answer any of them. She's very informative, and knows how to explain both simple and complex topics very well in clear and understandable ways. Since I've started learning Russian with her, I feel like I've improved a lot in a relatively short time, and am looking forward to continuing to learn more with her :)
Nov 7, 2022
Ian Brockland
5 Russian lessons
Amazing really helpful and kind
Jul 23, 2025
Student Daniel
Daniel
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ekaterina is a very patient and professional teacher. The lessons are fun and motivating, also, extremely cost effective compared with others. She uses many interesting materials. Ekaterina is always reliable and always on time.
Dec 21, 2023
Ian Brockland
5 Russian lessons
Amazing
Aug 24, 2025
Joseph
7 Russian lessons
Fantastic Tutor thus far!
Jun 10, 2025
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