Teuta Ibriqaj
Palisade Park
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in Graphic Design and licensed in Kosovo. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Certifcation
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
Qendra Germia
Prishtina, Kosova
05.2025 - Current
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
Interpreter
GENEVA WORLDWIDE
New York, New York
01.2017 - Current
- Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting, mainly from English to Albanian and vice versa, personalization in verbatim and figurative translation, phraseology from Albanian to English, and translations in subject-related and technical fields.
- Interpreting for services like government, small and big businesses, medical facilities, educational institutions, legal offices, non-profits, media, and private individuals, as well as entertainment, sports, cultural events, and ADA compliance.
- Prepared for interpreting tasks by researching and gathering information about tasks beforehand.
- Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
Director For Discovery Land-Global/Kosova
Discovery Land-Glo
Prishtina, Kosova
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Kindergarten Teacher
Sunny World Daycare
Brooklyn
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
Interpreter
NYC DOE Contract Lis Solutions
New York
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Consecutive and simultaneous interpreting, mainly from English to Albanian and vice versa, personalization in verbatim and figurative translation, phraseology from Albanian to English, and translations in subject-related and technical fields for the Department of Education in all the New York areas.
- Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
Art Teacher
Private Art Classes
New York, New York
01.2011 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
Fashion Personnel Specialist
Barneys
Manhattan, New York
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Handling high level of customers, running networks building lasting relationships with customers.
- Acquisition of specific fashion products from World Designers (e.g., The Row, Saint Laurent, Versace, Givenchy, Balenciaga e.a).
- Keeping the customer book with the contact as the future contact regarding new products, runaway shows, orders, education about products, replenishment.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Military Translator
NATO-KFOR
Lipjan, Kosova
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Translated documents and other material from the Albanian and Serbian languages to English and vice versa for NATO/KFOR officials.
- Accompanied unit commanders to field posts for meetings and negotiations; translated simultaneously at those meetings from the Albanian and Serbian languages to English and vice versa.
- Media observer-selected and translated media material from newspapers and official publications.
- Created detailed reports on accuracy of translated documents.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctor Of Education Organizational And Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix 06-2027
Master of Public Administration - Emphasis in Government Policy
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2023
Master of Education - Elementary Education (Leading to Initial Teaching Licensure)
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2021
Acting Course - Scene Study
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
New York, NY12.2016
Studies in Computer software and media application -
New York Institute of English and Business
New York, NY12.2013
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Graphic Design
Academy of Fine Arts
Prishtina, Kosovo12.2005
Skills
- Project management
- Curriculum development
- Effective communication
- Classroom instruction
- Translation services
- Cultural competency
- Customer service
- Visual arts education
- Leadership development
- Cross-cultural communication
- Professional ethics
- Simultaneous interpretation
- Consecutive interpretation
- Fluent bilingualism
- Client confidentiality
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Cultural understanding
Hobbies and Interests
- Art
- Travel
- Movies
- Cooking
Languages
- English
- Albanian
- Serbian
- Understanding French
Miscellaneous Experience
- 2010, Stillspoting-Guggenheim Museum Art Project New York, New York NY
- 2006-2007, Art Mural Project Kosovo/Colorado - Project Coordinator.
Certification
- Certificate is awarded to: Teuta Ibriqaj, Social Friday, September, 2025,
- Art Teacher Certificate Awarded to: Teuta Ibriqaj, Qendra Germia, November, 2024
- Graphic Design Certificate is Awarded to: Teuta Ibtiqaj, Prishtine, Kosova, July, 2023.
- Artist Certificate Awarded to: Teuta Ibriqaj, - Bulu, Turye- February, 2023.
- Fashion Design Certificate is Awarded to: Teuta Ibriqaj, MoMA, New York, 2021
Languages
Albanian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Serbian
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Art Teacher
Qendra Germia
05.2025 - Current
Director For Discovery Land-Global/Kosova
Discovery Land-Glo
05.2023 - 05.2025
Kindergarten Teacher
Sunny World Daycare
01.2022 - 04.2022
Interpreter
NYC DOE Contract Lis Solutions
01.2019 - 06.2021
Fashion Personnel Specialist
Barneys
01.2018 - 01.2020
Interpreter
GENEVA WORLDWIDE
01.2017 - Current
Art Teacher
Private Art Classes
01.2011 - 05.2021
Military Translator
NATO-KFOR
01.1999 - 01.2008
Ph.D. - Doctor Of Education Organizational And Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Master of Public Administration - Emphasis in Government Policy
Grand Canyon University
Master of Education - Elementary Education (Leading to Initial Teaching Licensure)
Grand Canyon University
Acting Course - Scene Study
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
Studies in Computer software and media application -
New York Institute of English and Business
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Graphic Design
Academy of Fine Arts