GUNEL AMIROVA
Baku,Azerbaijan
Summary
Passionate and dedicated English teacher with 5+ years of experience in IB, Cambridge, IELTS, Pre-IELTS, and General English Instruction. Known for creating inclusive, student-centered classrooms and delivering engaging, level-appropriate lessons. Strong background in exam preparation, inquiry-based learning, and interactive methodologies
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General English Teacher (Freelance)
01.2019 - Current
- Delivered one-on-one and group lessons to students aged 7 to adult
- Developed personalized study plans based on learners' goals
English Language Teacher – Primary
Simurq Liseyi
12.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging, student-centered learning environment fostering academic and social-emotional growth
- Lead a primary homeroom class, teaching core subjects and managing daily routines
- Maintained regular communication with parents, tracked student progress, and organized classroom records to support student success
- Collaborated with teachers and staff on school-wide learning initiatives, enhancing educational strategies and student engagement
Associate Teacher – IB School
Kaspi International School
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Designed and implemented inquiry-based lessons aligned with IB principles
- Fostered global-mindedness and critical thinking through engaging language instruction
- Collaborated with subject teams to design integrated project-based learning experiences
IELTS & General English Teacher – Language Center
Venus Academy
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Trained 30+ students for IELTS, resulting in average band score improvement of 1.5
- Conducted CEFR-based lessons (A2 to C1) tailored to meet individual learners' needs
- Led mock speaking exams, delivering targeted feedback to enhance students' speaking skills
Skills
- IB PYP Curriculum Familiarity
- IELTS Exam Preparation Strategies
- Creative Lesson Planning & Assessment
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Instructional Material Development
- Strong Interpersonal & Presentation Skills
- Adaptability to Different Learning Styles
Certification
International Baccalaureate (IB) Certificate – IB teaching methodology and curriculum design, IELTS Teacher Training Certificate – Focused on exam preparation and assessment strategies, TEFL Certificate – Qualified to teach English as a foreign language with focus on planning and class management (120 hours), TEFL UK Level 5 Certificate – Qualified to teach English as a foreign language with focus on planning and class management (168 hours), English in the multilingual classroom certificate, Classroom management for primary certificate, University of London. Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task based Approach, Improving Classroom Management with Class Dojo (Coursera), TKT Certificate Module 1
LANGUAGES
English Advanced, Azerbaijani Native
Personal Information
Title: Experienced English Language Instructor
Timeline
English Language Teacher – Primary
Simurq Liseyi
12.2025 - 06.2026
Associate Teacher – IB School
Kaspi International School
01.2023 - 01.2025
IELTS & General English Teacher – Language Center
Venus Academy
01.2021 - 01.2023
General English Teacher (Freelance)
01.2019 - Current