Irina Voloshchenko
Thurmont,MD
Summary
Proven educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and lesson planning, demonstrated at International Centre of Language Studies and other institutions. Excelled in teacher collaboration and cultural awareness, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse needs, significantly improving Russian language proficiency among learners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Russian Language Instructor
Metaphor International School
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Delivered 45 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 16 students per semester in a Slavic/Russian language .
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Created and executed various daily assignments to prepare 16 students for final exam.
- Used Software to monitor and record student progress.
Russian Language Teacher
ICLS - International Center for Language Studies
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching Russian-language learners based on school and national requirements.
- Delivered instruction in language encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Launched focused writing program for students enrolled in AP Russian courses to teach advanced composition in preparation for college composition classes.
- Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
- Worked one-on-one with students needing individualized attention and developed with special learning plans for struggling people.
- Monitored comprehension of material among students and created re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes.
- Prepared, administered and corrected weekly tests and examinations to observe student overall performance.
Russian Instructor
Russian School "Erudite"
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Planned lessons for classroom of 10 students.
- Sponsored several student activities and clubs, dedicating over 10 hours per week outside regular school hours.
- Designed exams to test fluency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension of Russian language.
- Held Timeframe parent-teacher conferences to communicate sensitive issues with parents.
- Created hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Used SCANTRON answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade and compute homework and tests.
- Performed data entry to input student grades and attendance records with Software.
- Created language lesson plans for students to meet learning needs, adhere to curriculum standards and build interest in learning.
Education
Additional - Certificate in Russian as foreign language -
Pushkin State Russian Language Institute
01.2019
Master's Degree in English -
Taras Shevchenko Pedagogical University in Lugansk
01.2003
Skills
- Customer Support
- Project Management
- Virtual Assistance
- Video Editing
- Online tutoring
- Translation Services
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Project Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
Personal Information
Title: Russian Tutor/Instructor
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Russian Language Instructor
Metaphor International School
09.2021 - 02.2024
Russian Language Teacher
ICLS - International Center for Language Studies
08.2019 - 03.2021
Russian Instructor
Russian School "Erudite"
09.2018 - 07.2019
Master's Degree in English -
Taras Shevchenko Pedagogical University in Lugansk
Additional - Certificate in Russian as foreign language -
Pushkin State Russian Language Institute
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