Tanya Kovatchev
St. Catharines,ON
Summary
Bringing expertise in language education and curriculum development, with fluency in multiple languages and proficiency in remote learning technologies. Demonstrated ability to engage diverse learners and foster academic growth. Committed to enhancing student achievement through compassionate and culturally sensitive teaching methods.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Director/Owner
English for Everyone
08.2013 - Current
- Operated a successful language centre.
- Used Zoom and other technologies to teach students remotely.
- Advised students on issues such as course selection, progress toward graduation and career decisions.
- Produced Business English courses to secure international clients.
- Facilitated workshops for transportation, medical, and tourism industries.
- Privately taught a former member of foreign government.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Terra Viva Montessori Bilingual School
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Encouraged small group discussions about assigned topics.
- Organized field trips for hands-on educational experiences.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep students engaged in the learning process.
- Implemented inclusive program strategies for students with disabilities to enhance academic participation.
- Built positive relationships with students, staff, and families to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Documented summary of work completed to update regular classroom teacher.
Head of English Department
Colegio Dieciseis de Septiembre
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Designed entire curriculum and course content for preschool through high school level.
- Developed strategies to improve conversational competencies.
- Encouraged students to read in English using phonics and literacy tools.
- Wrote and implemented lesson plans, modifying for differences in student learning styles.
- Met with parents and guardians in conference sessions to discuss students' progress.
English Professor
Universidad Americana de Acapulco
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Taught A1 level students from various faculties.
- Proctored TOEFL examinations for graduating students.
- Developed and implemented engaging curricula for undergraduate English courses.
- Collaborated with faculty to design interdisciplinary programs integrating literature with cultural studies.
- I coached the class team at the LinguaFest competition.
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry, and historical authors to engage and educate students.
- Compiled multidimensional cultural and educational resources for students to expand their knowledge of key topics beyond classroom limitations.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
English Teacher
CETEC
11.2008 - 07.2010
- Guided children using play based learning strategies.
- Encouraged students towards positive conflict resolution.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
English Teacher
IPEIC
08.2008 - 12.2008
- Taught high school level classes.
- Researched resources to improve course content.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Identified online resources to complement traditional course materials and aid in student learning.
Adult Upgrading English Teacher
The Learning Centre
09.2007 - 11.2007
- Facilitated total student education by collaborating with teachers in other subjects to support individual and general academic principles.
- Helped students build useful skills such as writing proficiency and reading comprehension.
- Instructed adults in basic literacy skills for retraining programs.
- Performed skills evaluations to uncover students' areas of interest and competencies.
- Counseled injured students to set employment and academic goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Applied Linguistics Candidate
Brock University
St. Catharines04.2026
Early Childhood Education
George Brown College
12.2020
International Language Teacher Conference
Feria Internacional De Idiomas
Guadalajara , Mexico05.2018
English Language Teaching
MEXTESOL
12.2016
Elementary Curriculum
Cambridge University Press
04.2010
Teachers of English As A Second/Foreign Language in TESL
Canadian Language Academy
Toronto, ON08.2006
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Spanish, Serbian, and Bulgarian
- Basic conversational skills in French and German
- Skilled in utilizing online education tools
- Experienced in adapting to multicultural environments
- Passionate about fostering student achievement
- Able to quickly establish rapport with students and colleagues
- Experienced in educating students from preschool to post-secondary
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Bulgarian
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Terra Viva Montessori Bilingual School
11.2022 - 05.2023
Academic Director/Owner
English for Everyone
08.2013 - Current
Head of English Department
Colegio Dieciseis de Septiembre
08.2011 - 07.2013
English Professor
Universidad Americana de Acapulco
08.2010 - 07.2011
English Teacher
CETEC
11.2008 - 07.2010
English Teacher
IPEIC
08.2008 - 12.2008
Adult Upgrading English Teacher
The Learning Centre
09.2007 - 11.2007
English Language Teaching
MEXTESOL
Elementary Curriculum
Cambridge University Press
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Applied Linguistics Candidate
Brock University
Early Childhood Education
George Brown College
International Language Teacher Conference
Feria Internacional De Idiomas
Teachers of English As A Second/Foreign Language in TESL
Canadian Language Academy