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I am a certified teacher with Cambridge credentials, dedicated and adaptable educator with extensive experience teaching ESL to middle school, high school students, and adult learners, including Grade 12 English and Social Sciences at Kells Academy in Montreal. I tailor instruction to meet each learner’s needs and often extend support beyond regular hours, guided by a student-centered approach rooted in kindness, respect, and a strong work ethic.
My teaching philosophy centers on building confidence, engagement, and meaningful connections in both physical and virtual classrooms. I deliver dynamic online instruction across platforms, create inclusive, high-impact learning environments, and empower learners to grow academically and personally.
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Language
Bulgarian
Fluent
English
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French
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Work Experience
Part-time online ESL teacher at Kells Academy
September 1, 2025 - PresentEvaluate students' reading, writing, speaking and listening to tailor a program that improves overall English skills; teach ELA focusing on figurative language, short story and poem analysis; provide ongoing feedback to guide language development; assist with Duolingo Test preparation; communicate with school administration and parents as required.
Grade 12 Teacher at Kells Academy, Montreal
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025Taught English, Families in Canada, Challenge and Change in Society, Nutrition, Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course, and World Issues; fostered an academically rigorous environment and aligned instruction with provincial and OSSLT outcomes.
Language Center Coordinator at Kells Academy
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025Coordinated the work of the ESL teachers with the Principal; created Language Center guidelines and resources; supported ESL teachers in creating course outlines, report cards, student evaluation and promotion; organized shared Google Drive and resources; held regular meetings to discuss teaching practices, progress, events, tests and exams.
ESL Teacher at Kells Academy
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025Taught international students at various levels; aligned ESL instruction with Quebec Ministry of Education standards; developed and delivered lesson plans that support language acquisition while meeting curricular goals; ensured students achieved competency in oral and written English; built strong rapport in an inclusive classroom.
ESL Teacher at Académie Linguistique Internationale
January 1, 2017 - October 27, 2025Taught adult ESL students from diverse backgrounds; delivered beginner to advanced levels including business English; regularly tailored lessons and student evaluations as required by the school administration.
Grade 12 Teacher at Kells Academy, Montreal
September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2025Taught English, Families in Canada, Challenge and Change in Society, Nutrition, Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course, and World Issues; created an academic environment for researching, organizing ideas, and producing well-formed writing; supported students’ academic growth and language proficiency.
Language Center Coordinator at Kells Academy
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Coordinated ESL teacher activities with the Principal; created Language Center guidelines and shared resources; supported ESL teachers in course outlines, report cards, student evaluation and promotions; organized shared Google Drive and provided resources for ESL/ELA; held regular meetings to discuss teaching practices, student progress, and assessments.
ESL Teacher at Kells Academy
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Taught international students across beginner to high-intermediate levels; developed and delivered lesson plans aligned with Program (QEP) and Quebec Ministry standards; supported language acquisition and assessed progress; created reports and facilitated student advancement.
ESL Teacher at Académie Linguistique Internationale
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017Taught adult learners from diverse backgrounds; delivered group and individual instruction at beginner to advanced levels, including business English; tailored lessons and evaluations per school requirements.
ESL Teacher (Part-time online) at Kells Academy
September 1, 2025 - PresentEvaluate students' reading, writing, speaking and listening skills to tailor program support; teach ELA including figurative language, short story and poem analysis; provide feedback to guide language development; assist students in preparing for the Duolingo Test; communicate with school administration and parents as required.
Grade 12 Teacher at Kells Academy
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025Taught English, Families in Canada, Challenge and Change in Society, Nutrition, Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course, World Issues; created an academic environment for research, organization of ideas in well-formed sentences and paragraphs; supported student writing and presentations.
SAT Proctor at Kells Academy
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Proctored SAT tests, ensuring exam integrity and smooth administration in a supervised setting.
Education
Bachelor of English with a Professional Qualification Specialist of English Language and Literature, and Teacher of English Language and Literature at University of Shumen, Bulgaria
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2006Bachelor of English with a Professional Qualification Specialist of English Language and Literature, and Teacher of English Language and Literature at University of Shumen, Bulgaria
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Bachelor of English with a Professional Qualification Specialist of English Language and Literature, and Teacher of English Language and Literature at University of Shumen
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026Qualifications
Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) (QCF)
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025English Exam for Teacher Certification
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025Francisation et Intégration à la société québécoise
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025English Exam for Teacher Certification
January 1, 2021 - February 9, 2026Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) (QCF)
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Francisation et Intégration à la société québécoise (Cégep Marie-Victorin Montréal, in collaboration with MIDI)
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026English Exam for Teacher Certification
January 1, 2021 - February 11, 2026Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) (QCF)
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026Francisation et Intégration à la société québécoise
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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