About Mrs. Anna

Anna Owen, a native Russian speaker, moved to the US in 2001. Born in Severodvinsk, she has always been passionate about languages and psychology.In Russia, Anna earned a BA in Early Childhood Education with a focus on Psychology and English, followed by a Master’s degree in Accounting from the Russia State University of Finance and Economics. She began her teaching career in 1996, working in public schools and privately tutoring English as a foreign language.After moving to the US, Anna continued her educational career. She homeschools her bilingual children (English and Russian) and teaches Russian to kids and adults, both within the homeschooling community and beyond.

Anna’s Unique Approach

Anna takes pride in educating herself, formally and through reading and listening to countless authors in the field of childhood psychology. When working with people of different ages and language needs, she applies that knowledge and her personal experiences. She carefully alters her curriculum and teaching style towards each student based on their personalities and learning preferences. All of Anna’s students feel safe, welcomed, encouraged, and motivated to become more proficient in Russian while also improving as an independent individual. Anna highlights her students’ interests and strengths, and focuses on the positive experiences for her students.