Master English with a Cambridge-Certified Professional
Personalised lessons for exam preparation, business English, and fluent conversation. CELTA certified with an MA from the University of Bath, UK.
Your Partner in Language Mastery
Hi! I'm Vadim, a CELTA-certified English and Russian tutor with over 17 years of teaching experience. My journey includes a Master's degree with distinction from the prestigious University of Bath, UK, and a placement at the United Nations as a practising translator.
Whether you're preparing for Cambridge Exams (FCE, CAE, CPE), IELTS (I scored 8.5 with 9.0 in Speaking and Listening), mastering Business English, or simply wanting to speak more confidently, I tailor every lesson to your unique goals.
My teaching philosophy combines academic rigor with a relaxed, communicative approach. I believe that learning should be engaging—so let's use your interests, whether it's gaming, TV shows, or travel, to make your English journey memorable!
Academic Excellence
BA and MA with distinction from top universities, including the University of Bath, UK
Based in Montenegro
Teaching students worldwide from the beautiful Adriatic coast
Podcast Host
Co-creator of educational podcasts for learners of English
Passionate Educator
17+ years dedicated to helping students achieve their language goals
Tailored Lessons for Your Goals
From exam preparation to casual conversation, find the perfect program to achieve your language learning objectives.
Exam Preparation
IELTS, Cambridge FCE/CAE/CPE, and other international exams
- Personalised study plans
- Practice tests & feedback
- Speaking & writing focus
- Score improvement strategies
Conversational English
Build fluency in English through engaging discussions
- Natural conversation practice
- Pronunciation refinement
- Vocabulary expansion
- Cultural insights
Conversational Russian
Develop confidence in spoken Russian with a native speaker
- Real-life dialogue practice
- Pronunciation & intonation
- Everyday vocabulary building
- Cultural context & nuances
Business English
Professional communication for the global workplace
- Job interview preparation
- Email & presentation skills
- Meeting vocabulary
- Industry-specific terms
General English
Comprehensive language skills for everyday life
- Grammar fundamentals
- Reading & listening
- Practical vocabulary
- British vs American English
English Grammar
Strengthen your grammar foundation for clear, accurate English
- Structured grammar drills
- Error correction & feedback
- Tenses, articles & prepositions
- Written accuracy practice
Trial Lesson
Meet the teacher, discuss your goals and try the format — 30–40 minutes
- Written placement test
- Oral assessment
- Personalised learning strategy
- Future class planning
Group Lessons
General English & Grammar in a friendly, social setting
- Groups of 4–6 students
- Friendly atmosphere
- Convenient scheduling
- Homework included
Qualifications You Can Trust
My academic background and professional certifications ensure you receive the highest quality language instruction.
CELTA Certificate
Cambridge Assessment
Internationally recognized teaching qualification
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MA in Translation & Interpreting
University of Bath (with Distinction)
One of the UK's top programs for linguistics
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BA in Teaching & Translating
With Distinction
Comprehensive foundation in language education
IELTS Academic 8.5
9.0 in Speaking & Listening
Expert-level English proficiency
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UN Placement
United Nations
Professional translation experience at the highest level
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What My Students Say
Real feedback from students who have transformed their English skills. View all testimonials on italki
"You are the best English tutor that I have ever met."
Svetlana
42 English lessons
"My confidence in speaking English has really gone up since I started taking lessons with this tutor. I feel like I can communicate way better than before."
Sash
130 English lessons
"I found Vadim to be knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated to helping me reach my language goals."
Vadim
6 English lessons
"Vadim is a great teacher. During the lessons, he always gives good examples that can help me to understand better grammar rules."
Kate
105 English lessons
"Vadim is an amazing professional"
Olga
11 English lessons
"Excellent as usual"
Olya
64 English lessons
"Great teacher!"
Konstantin
61 English lessons
"Many thanks for our lessons. All of them were very good and interesting."
Alex
66 English lessons
"Vadim is a wonderful teacher! Each lesson is structured and interesting."
Valery
21 English lessons
"Vadim is a great person to talk to. He always gives constructive feedback."
Katia
2 English lessons
"The lessons are held in a friendly and positive atmosphere."
Alexey
79 English lessons
"Vadim is a very qualified tutor. He does not skip the mistakes that I made and provides much useful exercise."
Sara
14 English lessons
"Highly recommended for upper-intermediate students!"
Alexander
10 English lessons
Shortened and anonymised testimonials are published on the basis of Polako Inc's legitimate interest in demonstrating service quality, for informational purposes only. If you would like your testimonial removed, please contact: vadim.panas@bath.edu
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