Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Cycling, reading, music
Additional Information
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ASTGHIK GHORKHMAZYAN

Vanadzor

Summary

Results-oriented Education Instructor dedicated to strengthening student knowledge, critical thinking, communication skills and judgment using innovative tools, non formal education format and responsive learning strategies. Actively evaluates student engagement and progress to evolve lesson plans and boost classroom productivity. Pushes technology-centered teaching methods to promote lesson interaction and inspire drive for independent and autonomous learning. Highlights the importance of the content , namely teaching different values through English to expand horizons and pave the way for the modern world.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online ESL Instructor

Skyeng
03.2019 - Current
  • Teach classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students of different ages for 3 years.
  • Deliver and develop lessons by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
  • Tailor lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
  • Instruct students by using visuals, games and textbooks
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
  • Assigned lessons and corrected homework.

911 Operator, Rescue Service

Ministry of Internal Affairs of RA
03.2015 - Current
  • Respond to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
  • Fill in necessary forms under pressure and report to Superiors
  • Offer friendly and efficient service to customers, handle challenging situations with ease.
  • Dispatch and coordinate emergency services teams according to high-priority calls.
  • Direct responders using assigned mapping systems for timely emergency attendance.
  • Assess emergency requests and perform quick judgment calls to determine appropriate action.
  • Receive public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervise response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Come up with suggestions to improve quality of service

English Instructor and Mentor for Village Program

COAF
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Empowered and evaluated teachers' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
  • Encouraged participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging teachers in activities and lessons.
  • Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for English teachers to expand their horizons.
  • Immersed teachers in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities and evoke the unity of the Community
  • Empowered the 19 teachers language skills through personalized and Student centered classes to inspire them to enter AUA
  • Provided one on one lessons to 3 teachers with lower level language skills

EFL Instructor

Mkhitar Gosh Armenian Russian University
09.2012 - 03.2014
  • Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
  • Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
  • Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom.
  • Assigned books and other materials to improve reading comprehension.
  • Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
  • Established and maintained student behavioral standards to achieve functional learning environment.

EFL/ESL Instructor

European Regional Educational Academy Vanadzor Branch
09.2010 - 07.2012
  • Delivered and developed lesson plans for about 100 students by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.

Interpreter, Assistant, Manager

“B.Darbinyan Stylissa”Sewing Factory
08.2008 - 11.2011
  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
  • Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
  • Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.

Translations and interpretation, organizational arrangements for “Trachten-und Modenhaus Grasegger GmbH & Co. KG”- Knitting and needle-work

Translations and interpretation, organizational arrangements for “LEBEK International Fashion GmbH & Co.”

Kindergarten ESL Teacher, Tutor

Nursery-school N8
07.2004 - 05.2008
  • Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
  • Teaching and training 60 pre school children through games and fun

Education

Certificate Program - CTEFL

AUA
Yerevan
01.2020

Diploma With Honour - Teacher of English And French

State Pedagogical Institute of Vanadzor
Vanadzor
05.2006

Skills

  • Interactive Teaching
  • AELTA member
  • Certified ESL Instructor
  • Lifelong learner
  • Highly motivated team member

Certification

Certificate of participation

Trainings Workshops Seminars (organized by)

October, 2022-July 2023-

‘4Cs to Reimagine Teacher Role and Skills’

AELTA Mentorship Program

in Partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Armenia

July 7-10.2022 ‘4Cs to Reimagine Teachers’ Role and Skills’ mentorship course organized by AELTA in partnership with the U.S Embassy in Armenia

12.10.2019 British Council “Teaching for Success”

18.04.2015 AELTA Regional ELT conference

14.09-15.09/2013 1st ASFL Conference in Vanadzor

18.06.2013 How to create a writing lab(American council)

01.05.2013 AELTA Vanadzor Teacher Workshops(US Embassy)

03.05.2013 Skills for reading,writing,speaking,listening(Br. Council)

28.01.2012 Skills for Employability(British Council)

26-27.10.2012 Bridging Cultures through teaching and learning(AELTA)

7-8.02.2011 New ELT Courses and teaching methodology

16.04.2011 Active classroom and successful teaching tips(AELTA)

21.04.2011 New opportunities in ELT with Cambridge University Press

20.11.2010 Discoveries in the world of English(AELTA)

01.-07.2006 Modern Education theory and Methods(Peace Corps)

Certificates of appreciation

24.07-28.07/2013 1.The 1st AELTA Vanadzor Branch English camp

11.07.2012 2.Challenges in English (British Council)

22.05.2011 3. Expanding Horizons (AELTA)

Cycling, reading, music

Doing sports is not only about health, but discipline as well. As for reading and listening to music of different genres ,  they are a great source to develop creativity, mind wandering, critical thinking and overall mindset.

Additional Information

The younger generation will profoundly benefit from our cooperation.


Marital status; Married, the mother of 2 daughters/aged 18 and 17/ and a son/aged 6/.

Driving license-available.

Languages

Armenian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Russian
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

English Instructor and Mentor for Village Program

COAF
03.2022 - 05.2023

Online ESL Instructor

Skyeng
03.2019 - Current

911 Operator, Rescue Service

Ministry of Internal Affairs of RA
03.2015 - Current

EFL Instructor

Mkhitar Gosh Armenian Russian University
09.2012 - 03.2014

EFL/ESL Instructor

European Regional Educational Academy Vanadzor Branch
09.2010 - 07.2012

Interpreter, Assistant, Manager

“B.Darbinyan Stylissa”Sewing Factory
08.2008 - 11.2011

Kindergarten ESL Teacher, Tutor

Nursery-school N8
07.2004 - 05.2008

Certificate Program - CTEFL

AUA

Diploma With Honour - Teacher of English And French

State Pedagogical Institute of Vanadzor
ASTGHIK GHORKHMAZYAN