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Irina Zelena

Irina Zelena

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Devoted multilingual language educator with over a decade of experience instructing English and German across various age groups and cultural contexts. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and standardized language assessments. Focused on enhancing student development and language skills via interactive, learner-centric teaching methods.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education

Work history

German language instructor

Eton Institute
Dubai, UAE
07.2022 - 08.2025

• Teach German language to individuals and small groups.

• Design lesson plans aligned with educational standards and learner expectations.

• Plan dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.

• Deliver remote learning sessions via educational platforms and video conferencing software. (Blackboard collaborate / Zoom)

Teacher of English

Russian International school
Dubai, UAE
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Crafted 20+ weekly lesson plans accommodating students across preschool, primary, and secondary education.
  • Developed, implemented and assessed program components that met the needs of 5 classes of 17+ students.
  • Designed engaging homework assignments, enhancing classroom learning at home through incorporation of diverse mediums.
  • Tested and evaluated students on a monthly basis to assess progress and provide feedback on strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Created and maintained good communicative relations with students and their parents.
  • Assisted in school event planning contributing towards enhanced school spirit and cohesiveness.


Teacher of German language & Examiner

Goethe-Institute Golf-Region
Dubai, UAE
03.2017 - 03.2020


  • Delivered German language classes to primary and secondary school students.
  • Adapted lessons to cater to various learning styles, facilitated individual growth.
  • Developed a culturally immersive curriculum with inclusion of English films, literature and music.
  • Offered personalized constructive feedback to improve student development.
  • Conducted official Goethe examinations.
  • Offered support and guidance during exam preparation periods for CEFR-level certifications (A1–B2), boosted confidence levels among students.


Teacher of German language

Goethe-Institute
Kemerovo, Russia
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Taught German to primary, secondary school students and adults.
  • Developed lesson plans and arranged each day to maximize student involvement.
  • Led and executed more than 10 German language workshops, focusing on subjects including German cuisine, Advent customs, and traditional games that display student skills apart from academics.
  • Worked alongside group of 4 instructors to optimize teaching curriculum in accordance with CEFR guidelines.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to make subjects more appealing to today's tech-savvy students.

Executive Assistant to General Director

Voestalpine Eurostahl GmbH (Austria)
Moscow, Russia
03.2012 - 02.2014


  • Scheduled meetings, conferences and appointments.
  • Booked flights and hotels for domestic and international meetings.
  • Sourced, engaged, and recruited qualified candidates for open positions in company.
  • Prepared professional business correspondence on behalf of senior staff and organization.
  • Created expense reports with matching receipts.

Translator/ Interpreter

Self-employed
Kramatorsk, Ukraine
04.2008 - 02.2012


  • Translated technical manuals to aid user comprehension.
  • Improved client relationships by providing accurate and timely translations.
  • Worked closely with marketing teams to translate promotional materials.
  • Conducted simultaneous interpretation, promoting real-time understanding.
  • Assisted in business meetings for effective bilingual conversation.


Translator / Interpreter

OJSC "Energomashspetsstal"
Kramatorsk, Ukraine
07.2006 - 01.2008
  • Translated technical manuals to aid user comprehension.
  • Prepared documentation in multiple languages for official use.
  • Supported business meetings for optimal bilingual dialogue
  • Assured reception and accompanying of foreign and national delegations.
  • Participated in international fairs and business conferences on behalf of the company.

Education

Qualification: Teacher of German and English languages and Foreign Literature - Foreign languages (German and English)/ Foreign literature.

Kramatorsk University of Economics and Humanities
09.2000 - 06.2026

Bachelor’s degree. - Law and management.

Donbass Institute of Technology and Management.
Ukraine
/2004 - /2008

Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Creating a positive and productive learning environment
  • Lesson planning
  • Preparation of learning materials
  • Time management
  • Creativity
  • Cultural awareness
  • Blackboard Collaborate

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
German
Advanced (C1)
Russian
Native

Additional Education

  • 2005-02-01, 2005-06-01, VHS-Das Zentrum für Fort - und Weiterbildung, Language practice. German as foreign language., Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden Württemberg, Germany
  • 2005-09-01, 2006-02-01, Volkshochschule, Language practice. German as foreign language C1., Aalen, Germany
  • 2016-06-01, 2016-09-01, Goethe-Institute, Pedagogical practice., Kemerovo, Russia

Timeline

Teacher of English

Russian International school
01.2023 - 02.2024

German language instructor

Eton Institute
07.2022 - 08.2025

Teacher of German language & Examiner

Goethe-Institute Golf-Region
03.2017 - 03.2020

Teacher of German language

Goethe-Institute
08.2015 - 01.2017

Executive Assistant to General Director

Voestalpine Eurostahl GmbH (Austria)
03.2012 - 02.2014

Translator/ Interpreter

Self-employed
04.2008 - 02.2012

Translator / Interpreter

OJSC "Energomashspetsstal"
07.2006 - 01.2008

Qualification: Teacher of German and English languages and Foreign Literature - Foreign languages (German and English)/ Foreign literature.

Kramatorsk University of Economics and Humanities
09.2000 - 06.2026

Bachelor’s degree. - Law and management.

Donbass Institute of Technology and Management.
/2004 - /2008
Irina Zelena