Welcome to My Classroom
Imagine your child stepping into a brightly colored classroom—joyful songs, cheerful greetings, and a kind teacher setting a warm tone. It feels lovely, but group English classes rarely meet the mark for most children. Your child’s needs, pace, and interests get lost in the crowd.
Choose my online English classes instead. I personalize every lesson for Russian children, using your child’s strengths, learning style, and passions to build confidence and real progress. You get focused attention, tailored activities, and a clear path forward—so your child grows in language, not just in classroom routines.
How I Personalize English Lessons for Your Child: What to Expect as a Parent
Helping your child succeed in English is a journey that requires care, fun, structure, and close communication. With my approach, you will understand exactly how your child is supported every step of the way.
Free Initial Assessment: The Start of a Personalized Path
When you first consider my classes, your journey begins with a free, no-obligation initial assessment of your child’s English proficiency. This meeting is not a test, but a relaxed opportunity for me to get to know your child: their interests, temperament, and prior exposure to English. During this first session, I gently observe how your child responds to stories, songs, and basic conversation. My focus is always on strengths, whether your child is shy, playful, or somewhere in between. This process allows me to design truly personalized lessons—targeting individual skill gaps while leveraging natural talents and interests.
Weekly Lesson Structure: Consistency and Flexibility
Following the assessment, I will work with you to select the number of weekly lessons that best fits your schedule and your child’s goals. Many parents choose 2 to 3 short sessions per week, knowing that consistency is key to language retention, especially in the early childhood years.
You will find the lessons blend predictability (so your child feels secure) with variety (so they remain engaged). I design each lesson to be lively and interactive:
- Opening greetings and small talk build confidence.
- Themed activities—including games, songs, and playful drama—immerse children in spoken English.
- Mini-lessons introduce new vocabulary, reinforce structure, and encourage speaking and listening.
By establishing a regular rhythm, I will ensure your child’s progress remains steady and that they look forward to their time in my online English class.
Curriculum and Teaching Focus: Making English Come Alive
My online sessions are never dull. I bring my own teaching expertise, tailoring all activities to the ages and personalities of the children I teach. Drawing on insight from the experiences shared in “Adventures in Teaching: An English lesson in a Russian Kindergarten,” I have adopted these classroom practices for success:
1. The Power of Stickers and Positive Reinforcement
Children are motivated by small rewards. I use colorful sticker charts to encourage speaking English. Each time your child participates or tries a new word, they earn a sticker—a visual reminder of their achievement and progress.
2. Games, Songs, and Silly Dances
To make language memorable, I incorporate songs, chants, and movement into each lesson. For example, if a child lapses into Russian, I will turn it into a game with a silly “English Only” dance—shifting potential frustration into laughter and positive energy. This play-based approach fosters a joyful, immersive experience.
3. Storytelling with Puppets
I often use puppets and role-play to convey stories. This helps your child engage with English emotionally and imaginatively, even before they fully understand every word. Children remember vocabulary much more effectively when it’s linked with storytelling and creative play.
4. Blending Cultural Sensitivity with Classroom Management
As a native-born Russian, I respect our cultural expectations for classroom discipline, while maintaining the gentle, positive reinforcement techniques valued in Western education. If needed, I can use online tools like writing names on the digital whiteboard—not as punishment, but as gentle reminders—balancing understanding and expectation.
5. Focused, Immersive Environment
My online classroom values immersion: children are encouraged to speak English, use gestures, and “think” in the target language as much as possible. I understand that effective teaching transcends language barriers and relies on connection, creativity, and intuition.
What Parents Can Expect: My Online English Class
Homework: Reinforcing Learning at Home
- You will receive simple, manageable homework assignments designed to reinforce classroom lessons. Typical homework may include:
- Short reading or listening tasks.
- Drawing or craft activities related to lesson themes.
- Speaking exercises—such as asking your child to teach you a new word or phrase.
- These activities are for children to enjoy, fostering family involvement without overwhelming your child.
Detailed Progress Reports: Keeping You Informed
Expect regular, formal progress updates. Echoing the formal parent-teacher interactions described in the kindergarten experience, I prepare portfolios and detailed reports for every student. You’ll see:
- Samples of your child’s work—drawings, writings, and even recordings of spoken English.
- Narrative feedback, highlighting improvements, participation, and confidence-building moments.
- Specific next steps, so you always know where your child stands and what to focus on at home.
Open and Ongoing Communication
I prioritize transparent, responsive communication with parents. If you ever have questions or concerns, she is available to meet, call, or message. I welcome your insights: maybe your child has a new hobby, or you notice a challenge with homework—this information helps her personalize lessons even further. Parent-teacher meetings are formal, respectful, and always centered on your child’s best interests.
Parental Involvement and Reassurance
You are an essential part of your child’s learning team! I seek your partnership, inviting you to share feedback, attend occasional class events, and celebrate progress, however small. I understand that learning a new language is sometimes daunting, both for children and their families, and she is there to reassure and guide you.
The Benefits of My Personalized Approach: Playful Mastery
Why does this combination of structure, creativity, and personal attention work so well? As I practice (and the referenced experience) shows, young children adapt quickly when they feel safe, seen, and engaged. By making English learning fun—singing, dancing, storytelling—I help children:
- Build vocabulary in context, not just memorized lists.
- Gain confidence to speak out loud, unafraid of mistakes.
- Experience language as a living, joyful skill rather than a chore.
You also benefit from my international perspective: effective teaching is not merely about words, but about the bonds and trust built in the classroom.
Conclusion: Setting Your Child Up for Success
With my instruction, your child’s journey in English will be marked by growth, confidence, and positive memories. You receive a clear path from day one’s free assessment through regular lessons, consistent progress reports, and an ongoing partnership. My goal is not just to teach English, but to help your child become a curious, happy learner—ready to speak, sing, and share the language with the world. For further details or to arrange your free assessment, feel free to reach out to me directly. Your child’s adventure in English is about to begin!
Note: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not include guarantees, warranties, or promises of specific results or timelines. I may modify lesson frequency, duration, format, activities, curriculum scope, homework, assessment tools, schedules, and reporting methods at any time based on your child’s needs, developmental stage, engagement, health, and my professional judgment; any sample schedules or curricula are illustrative. Because language acquisition varies by child and depends on factors such as attendance, effort, home practice, prior knowledge, and readiness, I do not guarantee particular grades, exam scores, fluency levels, or admission outcomes. A parent or legal guardian must consent for services to minors, ensure a suitable learning environment and technology setup, supervise as appropriate, and support reasonable homework completion. My services are educational in nature and do not include therapy, medical, psychological, legal, immigration, or special education services; I do not diagnose or treat any condition, though I may recommend consulting a qualified specialist when appropriate. Online sessions may use third‑party platforms, apps, or resources whose availability, functionality, security, and uptime are outside my control; you are responsible for compatible devices, software, and reliable internet access. With parent or guardian consent, student work samples, recordings, screenshots, or progress notes may be created for teaching and reporting purposes and will be handled under an agreed privacy policy; you may request access or deletion consistent with that policy and applicable law, and neither party should record sessions without mutual consent. Progress updates reflect my professional opinion based on observed performance and submitted work and are not official transcripts or standardized assessments unless explicitly stated. Scheduling is subject to availability and confirmation; cancellations, late arrivals, and make‑ups are governed by the current cancellation policy, which may be updated with notice. Fees, billing cycles, and payment methods are stated separately and may change with reasonable notice; services may be paused or discontinued for non‑payment or repeated policy violations. I maintain a safe, respectful learning environment and may end or reschedule a session if there is disruptive behavior, unsafe conditions, or inappropriate content; parents and guardians are responsible for the child’s online safety and appropriate supervision. While I strive to respect cultural norms and preferences, classroom management and immersion strategies may vary by context and may be adapted over time. Lesson materials, templates, and original content are my intellectual property and are provided for personal, non‑commercial use by the enrolled student and their family; redistribution or public sharing requires prior written permission. Policies, procedures, and practices may be revised at any time to improve service quality or comply with applicable requirements, and updated terms will apply prospectively upon notice. Engagement is subject to the written service agreement, consent forms, and platform terms we agree upon, and in the event of any inconsistency, the written agreement controls.
