Marina Kryazheva

Dedicated and passionate Russian language instructor with over 12 years of experience in teaching diverse student populations, from beginners to advanced learners. Proficient in developing engaging curriculum and utilizing innovative teaching methodologies to foster a deep understanding of the Russian language and culture. Committed to creating a supportive and interactive learning environment that encourages student participation and promotes language acquisition. Fluent in both Russian and English, with a strong ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of each student.

12 years teaching military students teaching Russian to military students I prepared over 200 students for graduation who successfully passed de PTDLPT and OPI

my years at the defence language Institute I was coordinating immersion classes from my department. I wrote script and scenarios for full day and mini emergence on based on real life events and reflecting the needs of the future work for my students among them are corporation during the Covid situationarrest of American citizens and contraband open sky corporation between Russians and Americans and also corporation in space and others

also prepared a lot of teaching materials grammar clinic based on Russian grammar skills required for military students as well as practical exercises and also authentic reading and listening materials.

• Certificate of Appreciation, For dedication and services as an immersion coordinator for RUE Department, and demonstrating exceptional organizational and leadership skills., 2024, Dean Oded
• Certificate of Appreciation, For exemplary performance and dedication of duty as Assistant Professor, for the significant contribution to the Russian Program as an inspired and dedicated Immersion coordinator and effective teacher., 2023, James Kievit, Col. USA Commandant
• Certificate in Recognition of Twenty Years of Service with the Government of the United States of America -Defense Language Institute, 03/31/22, James A. Kievit, COL USA, Commandant
• Official Recognition and Appreciation Award, For completion of 15-year service with the United States Government – United States Department of State., 05/10/10, Ambassador John R. Beyrle
• Certificate of Appreciation, In recognition of exemplary service as a volunteer in the support of the 2011 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Leaders Week, United States of America, Honolulu Hawaii., 11/01/11, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State
• Franklin award, For continuing dedication, professionalism and effort played a critical role in obtaining lifesaving medical treatment during a medical evacuation of an American citizen., 12/08/08, Ambassador John R. Beyrle

• National Foreign Affairs Training Center, U.S. Department of State, 1995-2010, Immigration Law, Visa Operations, American Citizen Services, Consular Procedures, Fraud Prevention
• Defense Language Institute, U.S. Army, 2016-2024, Foreign Language Instructor Certification (2017), Teaching Strategies
• Notary Public, State of Hawaii, 07/01/12
• Court Interpreter Certification, Hawaii State Judiciary, 03/01/12

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Outlook
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Smart Board
• Smart Notebook
• UCAT
• Sakai
• LIVE worksheets
• Flip Grid
• Book widgets

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Certified immigration court interpreter

Certified substitute teacher for public schools in Hawaii

Certified Russian language instructor for the defence language Institute

medical interpreter

I'm also certified certified in teaching and learning strategies by the def also certified certified in teaching and learning strategies by the defence language Institute