Discover Russian with IZBUSHKA!

The Izbushka founder comes from Moscow and moved to Switzerland in 2007 after studying literature and linguistics. At the University of Zurich she delved into sinology, psychology and vocational education. Olia not only teaches the Russian language, but also cultural knowledge. With teaching experience in Moscow and Shanghai, she inspires her students with her enthusiasm and passion. Outside of work, she loves music, art, sports and dance.

Growing up in Moscow, Katja (Ekaterina) studied English at the State Pedagogical University and Russian at the Moscow State University. Before moving to Switzerland in 2012, Katja taught Russian and English at various language schools for ten years. Despite her patience, Katja is the type of teacher who knows how to force language students to make rapid progress with the necessary dose of relaxedness; because this is also her greatest joy in her work.

Born in Russia and raised in Berlin, Oleg studied first at the Humboldt University in Berlin and later at the University of Basel. Before moving to the University of Zurich in 2009 to work on a research project, Oleg worked as a translator. Since 2010 he has been working as a freelance translator and language teacher for German as a foreign language and Russian. In addition to a diploma in education, Oleg has a master's degree in Russian and German studies. Growing up between two cultures, he considers himself a cosmopolitan who masters the balancing act between borscht, currywurst and rösti.

As an enthusiastic and experienced teacher, she not only teaches grammar and vocabulary skills in Russian classes, but also talks about Russian culture, literature and art. Therefore, her students often read works of famous Russian writers, sing popular songs or study (or try) recipes of Russian cuisine. She also likes to design her own teaching materials - games, cards, worksheets, and reading material - which help her make lessons interactive, efficient, and exciting.