KHEDA GARCHAKHANOVA
Germantown,MD
Summary
Seven years of continous teaching experience. Hold professional teacher certification in ELD and World Languages. Mentored two teachers who needed help with MCPS policy and technology. Can create different types of tests on Performance Matters. Seeking for full / part time position near 20874 zip code. Currently working on Component 3 (retake) of NBCT. The NBCT expected in December 2026. Completed various CPD classes offered by MCPS (PDO). Currently qualified and awaiting for MEQ+30 approval.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher ELD
MCPS Watkins Mill HS
Gaithersburg, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored two teachers in FY24 and FY25, sharing tech tips and and providing information about MCPS policy.
- Implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of peer-to-peer discussion with assigned roles.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with other ELD and English teachers to plan interdisciplinary units with language and content objectives.
Teacher ELD
MCPS Springbrook HS
Silver Spring, USA
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Created lessons and online materials to facilitate remote learning during COVID remote year.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Cheerleading Coach
MCPS
Silver Spring, USA
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided training direction, encouragement and motivation to prepare cheerleaders for competitive events.
- Mentored young athletes, providing guidance on personal growth and academic achievements.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
MCPS
Maryland, USA
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Completed long term substitution in Academic Literacy at MLK Jr MS
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Volunteer
MCPS: Seneca Valley High School
Germantown, USA
01.2018 - 02.2018
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Organized classroom activity for EMLs related to Chinese New Year.
Chechen Language Instructor
Online Language School "Ishkola"
Moscow, Russia
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Demonstrated principles of subject material and advanced methods to students.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
English teacher
Qatar-Yurt Secondary School 1
Chechen Republic
08.2014 - 11.2015
- Taught English as a foreign language to elementary and middle school students (ages 8-14)
- Participated in events organized for English teachers to improve teaching skills at local Ministry of Education
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Education
Chechen State Pedagogical University
Chechen Republic06-2016
Skills
- Fluency in two world languages
- Retrieving and analyzing student data from Synergy & Performance Matters
- Creating tests in Performance Matters (certificate expected in April, 2026)
- Implementing IB learning goals in daily lessons (IB certificate awarded in September, 2025)
- Connecting lessons to content and language objectives
Accomplishments
- Earned relevant certifications by completing IB training, SST- Studying Skillful Teaching in person in Fall 2024 and TOT-2 & TOT-6.
- Mentored two new to MCPS teachers in 2023-2024 and 2024-2025.
- Earned Professional License (PL) with endorsement areas ESOL PreK-12 and World Languages: Russian PreK-12
- National Board Certification is expected in December, 2026.
Certification
- Published author of a foreign language workbook for adults (Hippocrene Books, NY, 2024)
Timeline
Teacher ELD
MCPS Watkins Mill HS
08.2023 - Current
Cheerleading Coach
MCPS
09.2019 - 11.2019
Teacher ELD
MCPS Springbrook HS
08.2019 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-12
MCPS
03.2018 - 06.2019
Chechen Language Instructor
Online Language School "Ishkola"
03.2018 - 09.2018
Volunteer
MCPS: Seneca Valley High School
01.2018 - 02.2018
English teacher
Qatar-Yurt Secondary School 1
08.2014 - 11.2015
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Chechen State Pedagogical University