ILONA KOROTUN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dedicated education professional with a strong focus on parental and student engagement, classroom management, and technology integration. Expertise in English phonetics and ESL, complemented by a deep understanding of education policies and special needs accommodation. Proven ability to develop individualised education plans and adapt lessons to diverse cultural contexts. Committed to upholding ethical standards while providing constructive feedback and fostering peer collaboration. Career goal includes enhancing curriculum development through innovative assessment and evaluation techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work history
English teacher
Odyssey nursery
2024.08 - Current
- Encouraged social development with group play and interaction.
- Built strong rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times encouraging open communication about child's progress.
- Developed children's language skills by organising regular storytelling sessions.
- Implemented creative play activities for enhancing children's imaginative abilities.
- Arranged nursery room according to activity needs, maximising space usage efficiently.
- Observed and recorded child behaviour to identify developmental issues.
- Integrated new students into the existing groups smoothly reducing separation anxiety.
- Provided emotional support to distressed children, ensuring a comforting environment.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Managed classroom behaviour through positive reinforcement.
- Built student confidence through targeted learning exercises and activities.
- Provided extra-curricular care in after-school clubs.
English Teacher
Online Platform 'EnglishDom'
Ukraine/Dubai
2021.08 - 2023.02
- Crafted dynamic online English lessons
- Fostered interactive learning environments
- Tailored teaching to student needs
- Boosted language acquisition & enthusiasm
English Teacher
Montessori School
Hangzhou, China
2020.08 - 2021.04
- Spearheaded innovative English language instruction at a Montessori school, significantly enhancing Chinese students' linguistic abilities through interactive and personalized teaching strategies.
- Cultivated a supportive and individualized learning atmosphere, empowering each student to excel and achieve their language acquisition goals.
- Developed a profound comprehension of varied educational requirements, reinforcing my dedication to facilitating student success and language mastery.
English Teacher
Cinostar Training Center
Beijing, China
2018.03 - 2019.11
- Taught advanced grammar lessons improving overall language proficiency.
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Provided guidance and support to struggling students, leading to significant improvements in their grades.
- Prepared students for standardised tests, contributing to their successful performance.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
- Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
English Teacher
Training Center
Beijing, China
2017.09 - 2018.02
- At the training center, I taught English to diverse groups of children of varying ages and also provided personalized one-on-one instruction.
- By creating dynamic and engaging lessons tailored to each student, I encouraged a love for language while helping them enhance their skills and build confidence in a nurturing environment.
Education
Diploma - Teaching English language
TEFL ACADEMY
2024.05 - 2024.07
BA - Teaching English language and foreign literature
ZHYTOMYR STATE UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER IVAN FRANKO
2013.09 - 2017.06
High school diploma -
HUMANITARIAN GYMNASIUM #23
2002.09 - 2013.06
Skills
- Curriculum development
- TEFL qualified
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Cultural sensitivity
- Technology integration
- Adaptability
- Classroom management
- Student and parental engagement
- Team collaboration
- English phonetics expertise
- Education policies understanding
- Individualised education plans knowledge
- Record keeping efficiency
- Peer collaboration
- Constructive feedback giving
- Ethical standards upholding
- Special needs accommodation knowledge
- Student behavior management
- Classroom management
- Documentation
- Academic reporting
- Lesson planning and adaptation
- Summer language camps
- Childcare
- Event management
- Patience and tolerance
Languages
Ukrainian
English
Chinese
Russian
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 08/03/96
- Nationality: Ukraine
Timeline
English teacher
Odyssey nursery
2024.08 - Current
Diploma - Teaching English language
TEFL ACADEMY
2024.05 - 2024.07
English Teacher
Online Platform 'EnglishDom'
2021.08 - 2023.02
English Teacher
Montessori School
2020.08 - 2021.04
English Teacher
Cinostar Training Center
2018.03 - 2019.11
English Teacher
Training Center
2017.09 - 2018.02
BA - Teaching English language and foreign literature
ZHYTOMYR STATE UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER IVAN FRANKO
2013.09 - 2017.06
High school diploma -
HUMANITARIAN GYMNASIUM #23
2002.09 - 2013.06