I am Ioana, a dedicated language instructor and consultant with many years of experience teaching English, French, and German to adults and young learners. I have collaborated with prestigious organizations like the British Council and various international language schools, delivering online and face-to-face classes with a focus on business and general English. My background also includes curriculum writing, translation services, and HR recruiting which has enriched my teaching experience and business acumen. I'm passionate about problem solving, finance, and project management, demonstrated through my academic background and professional consulting work. I love working with diverse cultures and languages, and I am proficient in multiple languages including French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Hebrew. I enjoy continuously improving my skills and helping others succeed in their language learning journeys.

Ioana Focsa

I am Ioana, a dedicated language instructor and consultant with many years of experience teaching English, French, and German to adults and young learners. I have collaborated with prestigious organizations like the British Council and various international language schools, delivering online and face-to-face classes with a focus on business and general English. My background also includes curriculum writing, translation services, and HR recruiting which has enriched my teaching experience and business acumen. I'm passionate about problem solving, finance, and project management, demonstrated through my academic background and professional consulting work. I love working with diverse cultures and languages, and I am proficient in multiple languages including French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Hebrew. I enjoy continuously improving my skills and helping others succeed in their language learning journeys.

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I am Ioana, a dedicated language instructor and consultant with many years of experience teaching English, French, and German to adults and young learners. I have collaborated with prestigious organizations like the British Council and various international language schools, delivering online and face-to-face classes with a focus on business and general English. My background also includes curriculum writing, translation services, and HR recruiting which has enriched my teaching experience and business acumen.

I’m passionate about problem solving, finance, and project management, demonstrated through my academic background and professional consulting work. I love working with diverse cultures and languages, and I am proficient in multiple languages including French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Hebrew. I enjoy continuously improving my skills and helping others succeed in their language learning journeys.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
Hebrew (modern)
Advanced

Work Experience

English Teacher at Twin UK, Anglophiles and EF Bournemouth
January 1, 2011 - Present
Delivered English tuition during summers in UK as a freelance teacher for a broad range of learners. Managed engaging lessons and participated in cultural and social activities to enhance students' experience.
English Teacher (Online) at Online English Teacher Romania
August 1, 2014 - Present
Tutored adults in English, delivering personalized lessons and supporting language acquisition via online platforms.
Online English Tutor at Native Camp Japan
September 15, 2014 - Present
Provided English language lessons online to Japanese students, leveraging digital platforms for effective language delivery.
English and German Teacher at Pro Delta Future Bucharest
September 20, 2014 - Present
Collaborated as a language teacher delivering English and German lessons, enhancing students’ language skills in a corporate or academic setting.
Online English and French Teacher at Kmp Sprachschule Global Services Gmbh Germany
June 25, 2025 - Present
Delivered online classes for adults focused on business and conversational English and French. Participated in trainings, webinars, and promotional activities for the school.
French and German Online Teacher at Lingoda Germany
July 3, 2025 - Present
Provided online French and German lessons to adult and teenage groups at all levels. Engaged in continuous professional development and school promotion activities.
English Teacher at Twenix School
March 17, 2025 - Present
Delivered one-to-one English lessons online to adults and young learners. Attended webinars and contributed to school promotion and recruitment.
English Teacher at Instituto Europeo de Formacion Madrid
March 1, 2023 - Present
Delivered general and business English classes online to adult professionals in Spain, participated in webinars, and promoted the institution.
Business English Language Teacher at Nesla Spain
January 1, 2024 - Present
Delivered business English lessons using school resources via online platforms. Participated in training seminars and promotional activities.
Summer Camp English Teacher at St Andrew’s College London Avery Hill UK
July 28, 2025 - July 19, 2025
Taught English to young learners and actively participated in training, excursions, and social activities to enhance the learning experience.
Summer Camp English Teacher at Churchill House UK
August 31, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Delivered English lessons to young learners, participated in trainings and excursions to apply lessons practically, and promoted the school domestically and internationally.
Online Trainer English at WeFit Group France
November 1, 2021 - Present
Prepared and delivered online English lessons for adults, participated as senior trainer in trainings and webinars, and promoted the company internationally.
Summer Camp English Teacher at Anglophiles Academic UK Funcoast
August 31, 2022 - July 19, 2025
Delivered lessons to diverse groups at all proficiency levels, participated in training and social activities, reported to camp management, and took part in excursions.
Online English Teacher at Learnlight UK
September 1, 2022 - Present
Taught multi-level English groups and individuals online, participated in onboarding training and webinars, and prepared students for IELTS and CAE exams.
Online English Teacher at MLA World Italy Milano
February 1, 2022 - July 19, 2025
Delivered intermediate level English classes online to teenagers, tracked and reported student progress on the MLA World platform, and promoted the organization internationally.

Education

MBA at Mississippi State University
August 8, 2023
MBA at Mississippi State University, USA
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998
BA at Mississippi State University, USA
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998
BBA at Mississippi State University, USA
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998
PhD at Walden University, USA
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

ACCA
September 4, 2023
CIPD
September 4, 2023
PMP
September 4, 2023
ACCA
April 1, 2010 - April 1, 2010
CELTA Diploma Cambridge University UK
April 1, 2012 - April 1, 2012
MA TESOL Cambridge University UK
April 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Education, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Analysis of indusry in healthcare for Czech based company
    Report/ article analysing trends pros and cons of the healthcare industry for Czech based company.
    paper Analysis of questions to ask when buying a house
    Conduct a report/analysis about what questions to ask when buying a house.
    paper Study about Bearded Dragons
    Upwork freelance project in-depth research about bearded dragons description, types, food, etc.
    paper Healthcare analysis Buzzards
    article writing for Buzzards CZ locally in the field od healthcare.
    paper Project content writer for Buzzards
    I have been a writing consultant for Buzzards CZ for article analysing the manufacturing industry locally.