Work Preference
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Higher Education
Languages
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
BusinessDevelopmentManager
Nigar Mammadova
Open To Work

Nigar Mammadova

Baku

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Educational Counsellor / Academic AdvisorGerman Language Teacher (On-site & Online)

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

Remote

Salary Range

₼50/hr - ₼100/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsWork-life balance

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Educational Counsellor / Academic Advisor

01.2018 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive consultation on admission procedures for different levels of education, including Studienkolleg and university programs in Germany, Austria, and recently the Netherlands.
  • Guided students through the full application cycle from program selection to enrollment.
  • Prepared and reviewed application documents, including CVs, motivation letters, and supporting academic records.
  • Assisted with document legalization, translations, and submission to universities and relevant authorities.
  • Coordinated visa application documentation, including preparation of embassy-required files.
  • Represented students in communication with universities and official institutions when required.
  • Supported students with financial procedures, including blocked account setup, banking transactions, and health insurance arrangements.
  • Advised on admission requirements, language certification, and entrance examinations.
  • Monitored application deadlines and ensured timely submission of complete documentation.
  • Provided interview preparation and pre-departure guidance.

German Language Teacher (On-site & Online)

Self-Employed
01.2013 - Current
  • Delivered German language instruction both in-person and online across various local language courses and private educational programs.
  • Prepared students for language proficiency exams ( Goethe-Zertifikat, TestDaF, ÖSD, OnSET, DSH, TELC, DSD)
  • Designed customized curricula tailored to students' academic, professional, and exam-oriented goals.
  • Developed structured, interactive, and accessible online learning environments using educational technology to enhance student engagement.
  • Incorporated tools such as Notion, Padlet, OneNote, Miro, and other interactive applications to structure lessons and facilitate collaborative learning.
  • Applied digital assessment tools to monitor student progress and provide continuous feedback.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions to help learners achieve specific language goals.
  • Facilitated academic German writing and research projects, supporting students in developing essential language skills.

Lecturer in German Language (Speech Development / Practical Language Skills)

Azerbaijan University of Languages
Baku
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Delivered German language courses for first-year undergraduate students in Foreign Language Education, fostering foundational skills and confidence.
  • Developed future German language teachers by embedding pedagogical awareness into language instruction, promoting reflective teaching practices.
  • Incorporated methodological discussions into practical language training, enhancing students' understanding of effective teaching strategies.
  • Mentored students in academic and personal growth initiatives.
  • Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.

Seminar Assistant

DAAD - German Academic Exchange Service
06.2015 - 06.2015
  • Coordinated program logistics, participant communication, and academic materials.
  • Acted as liaison between DAAD representatives and local participants.
  • Supported the smooth delivery of seminar sessions and assisted with administrative tasks.

Team Attaché - Austrian Delegation

06.2014 - 06.2014
  • Provided linguistic and organizational support to the Austrian national delegation.
  • Assisted with communication, coordination, and logistical arrangements during the championship.
  • Acted as liaison between international participants and local organizers.

Education

XV. DaFWEBKON 2026
01-2026

Goethe-Institut München
Munich, Germany
08-2024

DLV Aserbaidschan/Goethe-Institut Georgien
10-2021

WiPDaF E.V
Münster
08-2017

DKFA München E.V. At Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
08-2013

Skills

  • Multilingual proficiency
  • Tutoring and assistance
  • Research skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Analytical thinking
  • Professional development and continuous improvement strategies
  • Intercultural communication
  • Interactive teaching methods
  • Speaking instruction
  • Vocabulary development
  • Blended learning approaches
  • Error correction techniques
  • Online teaching methodologies
  • Language assessment and evaluation
  • Multimedia integration skills
  • Pronunciation coaching techniques
  • Program coordination and management
  • Curriculum development and planning
  • Academic advising and counseling
  • Digital learning tools expertise
  • Application documentation skills
  • Student consultations and support
  • Language translation and localization

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 28/08/94
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Azerbaijani

Higher Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in German Studies, Slavic University of Baku, 2011 – 2015 Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Master’s Degree in Teaching Methodology of German as a Foreign Language, Azerbaijan University of Languages, 2016 – 2018 Baku, Azerbaijan

Languages

  • Mother tongues: Russian and Azerbaijani
  • German C2
  • English B2

Certification

Goethe-Zertifikat C2: Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom (2025).

Volunteer Experience

  • Women's Educational Support, Provide pro bono German language instruction and university application guidance to women from low-income backgrounds., Current
  • Volunteer Mentorship in German Language Teaching, Mentor early-career German language teachers in methodology, lesson planning, and professional development., Current
  • Animal Welfare Volunteering, Support treatment, sterilization, and rehoming initiatives for stray animals in cooperation with local veterinarians., Current

Timeline

Lecturer in German Language (Speech Development / Practical Language Skills)

Azerbaijan University of Languages
01.2023 - 06.2023

Educational Counsellor / Academic Advisor

01.2018 - Current

Seminar Assistant

DAAD - German Academic Exchange Service
06.2015 - 06.2015

Team Attaché - Austrian Delegation

06.2014 - 06.2014

German Language Teacher (On-site & Online)

Self-Employed
01.2013 - Current

XV. DaFWEBKON 2026

Goethe-Institut München

DLV Aserbaidschan/Goethe-Institut Georgien

WiPDaF E.V

DKFA München E.V. At Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Nigar Mammadova