Maleyka Suleymanova
Baku
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic Business Management teacher with experience in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program since 2019. Began my career providing support lessons for first graders during an internship before advancing to a teaching assistant role in 2020, immediately after graduating. Currently, I am an IBDP Business Management teacher for Grades 9–11 and a Middle Years Programme (MYP) Class Mentor. Committed to fostering student engagement, academic growth, and a collaborative learning environment. Passionate about continuous professional development and integrating international perspectives into teaching.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification
Work History
Business Management Teacher/EE Supervisor/Classroom Teacher
Dunya Ib shcool
Baku
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
Education
Mater's Degree - International Finance
The West University of Timisoara
Timisoara, Romania 02-2024
Bachelor's Degree - English Language And Literature
Khazar University
Baku, Azerbaijan 07-2020
High School Diploma -
240 Sayli Tam Orta Mekteb
Baku , Azerbaijan06-2016
Music School - Piano
Niyazı Adına 22 N-li Uşaq Musiqi Məktəbi
Baku, Azerbaijan06-2014
Mater's Degree - Finance
University of Azerbaijan
Baku, Azerbaijan Skills
Technical & Teaching Skills (Hard Skills)
- Curriculum planning and subject delivery (DP Business Management)
- Assessment design and evaluation
- Educational platforms: Toddle, ManageBac, MS Teams
- Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Google Workspace: Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive
- Research supervision (Extended Essay – Business Management)
- Data analysis and academic reporting
- Translation & interpretation (English ↔ Azerbaijani, live conference settings)
- Effective communication and public speaking
- Time management and multitasking
- Classroom management and student engagement
- Adaptability and cross-cultural collaboration
- Attention to detail and task ownership
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- "Certificate for dedication, commitment, and support" during online teaching - 11th June 2021.
- 1. "IB Conference 2023 "Embracing Innovation,Inspiring Action " certificate - for attending the annual IB Conference at Dunya IB School about trends and challenges of modern education.
- 2. "IB Conference 2023 "Embracing Innovation,Inspiring Action " certificate - for Appreciation, 12-13th May.
- "Innovative Teaching and Learning in the World " Certificate - 6th May 2023.
- Certificate in "Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Innovation" (Girişimcilik, Yöneticilik ve İnovasyon)
American Life Personal Development Seminars, Turkey – 27 July 2024. - Certificate in "Change Management – Professional Simulation Program"
Organised by BMI Business School Istanbul/ conducted by Hasan Altunkaya.
- Certificate in "Innovative Human Resources Trends and Planning Future Skills"
Organized by Işık University / Seminar conducted by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pınar Soykut.
- Certificate in "Changing Paradigms in Career Planning"
Seminar at Kadir Has University – Led by Senior International Marketing and Recruitment Specialist, Armağan Gülyüz. - “Marketing and Brand Management” seminar certificate,
delivered by Professor Dr. Emre Alkin, Rector of Topkapı University, Istanbul, Turkey
Affiliations
- Youth Exchange Program – Gained intercultural communication skills
- Book Club Member – Active in monthly discussions on business and leadership literature
- Regular Contributor - to a Personal Blog on Business and Education Topics
- Live interpreter - at IB conference (May 2024), providing English-to-Azerbaijani translation to non-English-speaking attendees.
Accomplishments
- Graduated with an Honors Diploma in an English-medium program
- Coursework focused on English linguistics, teaching methodology, and educational psychology
- Selected as the only student from the program to participate in the Erasmus+ Mobility Exchange Program, completing one semester abroad
- Gained international academic exposure and expanded knowledge in finance, business strategy, and cross-cultural management
- Promoted from PYP Assistant Teacher to IBDP Business Management Teacher (Grades 9–11)
- Appointed as a MYP Class Mentor, supporting students’ academic and personal development
- Regularly lead classes in the absence of colleagues, showing strong initiative and trustworthiness
- Actively contribute to interdisciplinary school activities and academic event planning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Management Teacher/EE Supervisor/Classroom Teacher
Dunya Ib shcool
09.2020 - Current
Mater's Degree - International Finance
The West University of Timisoara
Bachelor's Degree - English Language And Literature
Khazar University
High School Diploma -
240 Sayli Tam Orta Mekteb
Music School - Piano
Niyazı Adına 22 N-li Uşaq Musiqi Məktəbi
Mater's Degree - Finance
University of Azerbaijan
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