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LIUBOV Shpilchak

• ENGLISH LECTURER, PHD & ASSOCIATE PROF
• INTL ENGLISH EXAM PREPARATION TRAINER
• CAMBRIDGE SPEAKING EXAMINER ID AC74FF
• OET TRAINER FOR ‘MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS’

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Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine 76008

Professional Summary

Dynamic Associate Professor and Translator at Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University, with a proven track record in enhancing student critical thinking and comprehension through innovative teaching methods. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration and possessing the Cambridge English Entry Level Certificate in ESOL International, Level C1. Acknowledged for exceptional translation accuracy and fostering cultural understanding, demonstrating both hard and soft skills in educational and linguistic fields.

SKILLS

• "Cambridge English Entry Level Certificate in ESOL International (First)"certificate, Level C1 (Registration number 0057635578, from 03.07.2017.)
• A member of the editorial staff of the scientific and practical journal "Art of Medicine".
• A list of articles in Pedagogics and Linguistics, including three articles Web of Science (Publons Web of Science Researcher ID AAE-2682-2022).
• A member of the Ukrainian Association of Translators and Interpreters.
• International Speaking Examiner for A2 Key and B1 Preliminary Cambridge English Exams (Cambridge Examiner ID AC74FF).

Work History
Associate Professor | Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University - Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine. 09/2012 - Current
• 600 teaching hours/year at Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy departments with approximately 90 students per term.
• 9 FCE exam sessions at the Official Cambridge Exam Preparation Center at Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University. The total number of trainees is 168 people: 76- B2, 18-B2+, 65 - B1, 9 - C1.
• Contributed to the development of a comprehensive curriculum, ensuring alignment with state standards and academic goals.
• Enhanced student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and strategies.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest research and trends in education.
Translator and Interpreter | Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University - Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine 09/2017 - 06/2024
◦ Medical interpreting at Hysteroscopy Training Program in Shifa Hospital (Cairo, Egypt October 18-23, 2021 ).
◦ Medical interpreting during participation in the Multidisciplinary Team Training "Chest Physiotherapy Course" within the Project "Modernization of Cystic Fibrosis Centers in Košice and Ivano-Frankivsk" (March 20-24 2023, Ivano-Frankivsk)
◦ Medical interpreting within the framework of the International Conference "Meeting the needs of the community in the field of mental health during the war" for the Professor of Colorado Christian University (USA) and the International Institute of Postgraduate Education (Kyiv) Dr. Joshua Kreimeyer. (April 25-27, 2024 Ivano-Frankivsk).
Teacher | Yamnytsya Secondary School of Tysmenytsia district of Ivano-Frankivsk region - Yamnytsia, Ivano-Frankivsk,Ukraine 09/2008 - 08/2012
◦ Certification of Enhancing Teaching Level,a relevant record in my work experience book, a workshop for the teachers of the Tysmenytsia district (30 participants).

Education

Online Course OET Teacher Training (Level 1) - Cambridge Assessment 05/2024
English For Specific Purposes A certificate https://api.accredible.com/v1/frontend/credential_website_embed_image/certificate/102692984 https://teach.oet.com/p/#/app/account/profile/completed
The Precarpathian National University - Ivano-Frankivsk,Ukraine 07/2016
Ph.D.: Pedagogics The Dissertation in 13.00.04 Scope “Theory and Methodology in Education”.
The Precarpathian National University - Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine 07/2006
Master of Arts: Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)