Virtual Russian Language Tutor (Part-Time)

Tutor Me Education; New York (NY); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational service provider is seeking a virtual tutor to support a 4th-grade student in learning to speak Russian. This part-time role, requiring 2 hours per month, emphasizes creating engaging, student-centered learning experiences. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Russian, have previous tutoring experience, and possess a relevant bachelor's degree. Flexible scheduling and 100% remote work are offered.

Benefits

100% remote – work from anywhere

Flexible scheduling

Supportive virtual work environment

Qualifications

• Previous tutoring or teaching experience preferred, especially with elementary-aged children.
• Experience working with neurodiverse learners, particularly students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or ADHD, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 virtual instruction focused on developing spoken Russian language skills.
• Utilize highly engaging, hands-on, and interactive teaching methods tailored to the student’s learning profile.
• Integrate the student’s interests into lessons to maintain engagement and motivation.

Skills

Fluency in Russian

Strong rapport-building skills

Creative and adaptable teaching style

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Linguistics, or related field

TESOL or ESL certification

Job description

Tutor Me Education, a leading educational service provider in the primary and secondary education space, is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Tutor to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position should have a passion for creating safe, nurturing, and dynamic environments where students can learn and grow.

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and engaging virtual tutor to support a 4th-grade student in learning to speak Russian. The student benefits from a supportive, structured, and interactive learning environment and receives special education services through an IEP. This is a part-time position with a commitment of 2 hours per month, ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in a short amount of time.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in Russian (native or near-native level).
• Previous tutoring or teaching experience preferred, especially with elementary-aged children.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Linguistics, or a related field preferred.
• TESOL or ESL certification preferred.
• Experience working with neurodiverse learners, particularly students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or ADHD, is a plus.
• Strong rapport-building skills and the ability to deliver instruction in a fun, outgoing, and humorous way.
• Creative, adaptable, and student-centered teaching style.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 virtual instruction focused on developing spoken Russian language skills.
• Utilize highly engaging, hands-on, and interactive teaching methods tailored to the student’s learning profile.
• Integrate the student’s interests—such as video games (Among Us), Legos, art, and clay—into lessons to maintain engagement and motivation.
• Foster a patient, encouraging, and structured learning environment that helps reduce frustration and support emotional regulation.
• Adapt instruction as needed in alignment with the student’s strengths, needs, and IEP goals.

Additional Information:

• Starting rate is $25/hour, with flexibility based on qualifications and experience.
• 2 hours per month conducted virtually.
• All sessions must take place during Pacific Time (PT) hours.
• Flexible scheduling; to be coordinated with the family.

Benefits:

• 100% remote – work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.
• Flexible scheduling – sessions scheduled based on mutual availability with the student.
• Fulfilling, low-stress academic work with real impact.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual work environment.

If you are passionate about a career in education, looking for consistent tutoring hours, or simply just want to provide some assistance to students in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Tutor Me Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Flexible schedule!

Set your own hourly rate!