Ilona S.
Russian tutor
·From Russia
Let’s start learn and speaking Russian. Certified teacher, Ph.D, and BS in Education with 7+ years of experience. I use Netflix as a teaching method)) My support in the classroom works wonders!
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I am Ilona, a girl with a Bulgarian name, grew up beyond the Arctic Circle in northern Russia. Books have been my passion since childhood, hence the fascination with the Russian language, only this passion did not come immediately, after law school. My family lives on 3 continents and speaks 5 languages.
I have been professionally teaching Russian for over 7 years with a focus on business, certification and traveling + cultural adaptation.
My motto: fun and exciting lessons with Netflix and a flexible learning system. After all, language is a significant part of our lives, and what is life without pleasure? Having mastered 4 languages, I understand that it is not easy.
Support, motivation and an interesting learning method are on me. From you only a positive attitude and desire to study.
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I have 7 years of teaching experience. I am a teacher of Russian language and literature (bachelor's degree), a teacher of Russian as a foreign language (certificate) and the author of 3 bestsellers in Russian and English.
Do you want to understand Anora, Oscar winning 2025 movie?
Studying can be fun and interesting. I will help you master Russian with pleasure and support.
Book a trial lesson and we will study together!
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Russian
NativeEnglish
Proficient C2Arabic
Intermediate B1Ukrainian
Pre-Intermediate A2Lesson rating
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What my students say
5
Based on 32 student reviews
Sean
March 13, 2026
She is great.Alek
February 20, 2026
GreatJ
February 18, 2026
Wonderful tutor, extremely versatile between my practical languages needs, very insightful and caring 👍🏽Jason
February 13, 2026
She is a very kind and understanding person and a great teacher.Amanda
November 8, 2025
Ilona has an impressive depth of knowledge that goes beyond speaking Russian. She is a great resource for those that appreciate etymology and detail. She does not hesitate to explain and answer any question down to the letter. She freely incorporates information regarding Russian culture. She is generous with her knowledge and encouraging to beginner speakers.Zmira
November 7, 2025
Ilona is an amazing teacher! She makes every lesson fun and interesting, by also explaining the Russian culture and giving anecdotes that really help with memorizing. Much looking forward to our next lesson!
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Resume
2014 — 2020
Moscow region state university
Bachelor’s degree in Russian language and literature
Diploma verified
My specialties
Conversational Russian
I’m a native speaker and bestselling author. I have specific textbooks, adapted texts and Russian literature for foreigners.
Russian for beginners
I have all textbooks and necessary materials. I’m happy to help you from scratch.
Russian for children
I’m a teacher of Russian language and literature for kids. I have the right to teach in Russian schools.
Intensive Russian
I have specific textbooks and learning materials to teach you faster, including books in English.
ЕГЭ по русскому
I’m a teacher of Russian language and literature for kids. I’m fully prepared and equipped to prepare you for your exam.
Business Russian
As a corporate lawyer, I worked in one of the biggest mineral fertilizer companies in Russia for a decade.
ГИА по русскому языку
I’m a teacher of Russian language and literature for kids. I’m fully prepared and equipped to prepare you for your exam.
Russian Literature
I’m a bestselling author and book club founder.
Огэ русский язык
I’m a teacher of Russian language and literature for kids. I’m fully prepared and equipped to prepare you for your exam.
TORFL
I’m a teacher of Russian language and literature holding BS in Education with 4.0 GPA. I taught professionals to decade. I’m fully equipped to prepare you for your exam.
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$27
50-min lesson