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Celebrate Life in Russia
Once described by Winston Churchill as "a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma," Russia continues to defy easy definitions and interpretations. Since the break-up of the Soviet Union, Russia has been experiencing tremendous changes in every facet and layer of life.
With TeachOverseas, you can have a positive impact in this intriguing country at a pivotal time in her history. We invite you to join our team and teach conversational or business English in universities and language schools. Come and experience Russia's famous hospitality, zest for life and warm friendships. A unique land full of adventure and surprises awaits you!
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Russian Federation
Capital City:
Moscow
Area:
6,592,735 sq miles (the largest country in the world!)
Population:
146,420,000
Languages:
Russian, many minority languages
Religion:
Christian (54%), atheist (31%), Muslim (10%), other (5%)
Ethnic Groups:
Russian (80%), Tatar (4%), Ukrainian (2%), other (14%)
Teach Overseas in Russia
Opportunities Available:
Conversational English
Length of Service:
Summer, Year
Year of First Program:
1992
Total Volunteers to Date:
309
Volunteers Next Year (projected):
23
Volunteers who have seen Lenin?s preserved body:
70%
Top 5 Reasons to Teach in Russia
Develop mutually enriching friendships with students and colleagues
Contribute to the positive development of Russian society in a time of tremendous change
Enjoy a journey of personal growth as you successfully overcome the challenges of every day Russian life
Celebrate Russian "holidays" (Russians find a reason to celebrate virtually every day)
Experience the richness of Russian culture: from ornate Orthodox churches to open-air markets to Russian techno music on the bus
Director's Notes
A note from the Regional Director: My time in Russia was my first extended stay overseas, replete with first experiences. I remember my first bowl of delectable homemade Russian borsht, the first time I awkwardly lit a candle in a Russian Orthodox church, and the first time I rode on a train, munching on fresh black bread and cheese. I remember marveling at all of the fur coats and hats that came out at the first hint of winter, sipping hot tea in my cozy kitchen, and stopping daily to chat with Alevtina, a warm, feisty babushka who sold peanuts and sunflower seeds near my apartment. Russia is a land that truly needs to be experienced firsthand!
This has been an incredible year where God has shown himself in many ways. I will miss the people and culture here and know that I will be leaving a part of myself in Russia.
