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Niloufar Javanmard

Toronto

Summary

Professional language educator, founder and managing director of Nell Online Language Academy with over 10 years of experience in teaching general English and exam-based courses, namely IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, CELPIP, CPE, CAE and FCE. Expertise in curriculum development, test preparation and proven track record in delivering results-focused teaching for consistent, measurable academic achievement. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction environments, allowing for optimal lesson engagement and schedule flexibility.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Director/EFL Teacher

Nell Language Academy
11.2018 - Current
  • Teaching five classes each day with an average of 10 students each, including beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.
  • Created an Instagram account (@nellacademy) with 2,500 followers that posts educational English learning content and videos.
  • Maintained complete student records (200 to date) with accurate grades and attendance information. ( A number of 87 IELTS students have achieved their desired band scores, including 6.5, 7, 7.5. For reference: some report cards have been posted on @nellacademy).
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel. Served as a mentor and trainer for five teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective EFL instruction strategies
  • Developing tailored lesson plans for individual students, addressing their unique needs and goals.
  • Championed adoption of remote work technologies, ensuring business continuity and employee wellbeing during challenging times, including COVID pandemic.
  • Elevated brand recognition on global scale by executing comprehensive digital marketing campaign.
  • Conducted group lectures and attended workshops to teach and reinforce concepts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty by developing and implementing comprehensive customer service excellence program.

EFL Teacher

Diako Academy
09.2013 - 06.2018


  • Developed lesson plans for classes with an average of 15 students, each with different proficiency levels.
  • Created activities and assignments to encourage and assist students with language acquisition.
  • Used technology to make learning English.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance and attendance, ensuring timely communication with parents regarding academic progress.
  • Provided constructive feedback to students on written and spoken assignments, promoting continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with other educators in curriculum planning meetings to align instructional materials across grade levels.
  • Participated in TTC workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities to stay current with best practices in EFL teaching methodologies.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective EFL instruction strategies.
  • Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
  • Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Created educational content for the academy's periodical.
  • Appointed three times best teacher of the year.

Bilingual Elementary Teacher

Valiasr Bilingual Elementary School
06.2010 - 08.2013


  • Teaching general English courses (Backpack series), science and math in English to Iranian students.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Supported English Language Learners with targeted instruction, improving reading and writing skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and families, fostering a positive learning environment for all learners.
  • Led parent-teacher conferences that focused on celebrating student successes while identifying areas for improvement, resulting in stronger home-school partnerships.
  • Organized school-wide events promoting bilingualism, such as cultural fairs and language immersion activities.
  • Organized and wrote a script for the school's new year play.
  • Provided after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to improved academic performance and increased confidence in their abilities.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language

Allameh Tabataba'i University
Tehran, Iran
06-2015

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Shahid Beheshti University
Tehran, Iran
06-2008

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Syllabus design and lesson planning
  • Media content creator
  • Teacher training
  • Administration
  • Management
  • Leadership
  • Testing and grading
  • Student needs assessment and counseling

Languages

English (Native)
Farsi (Native)
French (A2)

Certification

  • IELTS Academic, 8.5
  • WES Certified

Timeline

Managing Director/EFL Teacher

Nell Language Academy
11.2018 - Current

EFL Teacher

Diako Academy
09.2013 - 06.2018

Bilingual Elementary Teacher

Valiasr Bilingual Elementary School
06.2010 - 08.2013

Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language

Allameh Tabataba'i University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Shahid Beheshti University

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