IRYNA KHARIENA
Brooklyn
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER, TRANSLATOR
IMMIGRANT SUPPORT GROUP
03.2023 - Current
- Oversee USCIS-related service projects, including timelines for form preparation, submission, and follow-up.
- Coordinate with immigration attorneys, caseworkers, and clients to ensure application processes are on track.
- Translate USCIS supporting documents, and legal correspondence from [e.g., Ukrainian/Russian] to English and vice versa.
English Teacher
SCHOOL №31
09.2013 - 02.2023
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in English, integrating age-appropriate activities in literacy, speaking, listening, and early writing skills.
- Create a structured, fun, and caring classroom environment where every child feels safe and valued.
- Support the development of students’ fine motor skills, self-regulation, and basic academic concepts.
- Encourage creativity and curiosity through play-based and interactive learning approaches.
- Foster positive behavior and social-emotional development through clear routines and gentle guidance.
- Observe and assess student progress, adapting instruction to meet individual learning needs.
- Build strong relationships with families through consistent and transparent communication.
- Provide regular updates on student progress, milestones, and classroom activities through meetings, emails, or newsletters.
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences and address concerns with empathy and professionalism.
Education
Master of Arts - PEDAGOGICAL ED, TEACHER OF LANGUAGE (EN)
SOUTHERN UKRAINIAN NATIONAL PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY
ODESA, UKRAINE07-2011
Bachelor of Arts - PEDAGOGICAL EDUCATION. LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (EN
SOUTHERN UKRAINIAN NATIONAL PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY
ODESA, UKRAINE07-2010
Skills
- Teaching and instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building skills
- Classroom management strategies
- Parental interaction
Languages
English
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER, TRANSLATOR
IMMIGRANT SUPPORT GROUP
03.2023 - Current
English Teacher
SCHOOL №31
09.2013 - 02.2023
Master of Arts - PEDAGOGICAL ED, TEACHER OF LANGUAGE (EN)
SOUTHERN UKRAINIAN NATIONAL PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - PEDAGOGICAL EDUCATION. LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (EN
SOUTHERN UKRAINIAN NATIONAL PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY
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