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Last updated in Sept 2025

Tetiana Kostiuk
Kyiv [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)
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Professional Summary
Experienced Senior English Lecturer with over 20 years of teaching and tutoring in academic and profes
sional settings. Specializing in Business English, exam preparation, and cross cultural communication,
empowering learners to succeed in international environments.

Experience
Senior Lecturer, Kyiv National Economic University – Kyiv, Ukraine Sept 2005 – Jan 2024
• Designed and delivered Business English and General English courses for undergraduate and postgrad
uate students.
• Mentored students in academic writing, public speaking, and professional communication.
• Developed innovative teaching materials aligned with international standards.
• Collaborated with faculty to integrate English language training into economics and business curricula.
• Guided students in preparing for international exchange programs and academic conferences.
Private English Tutor, Self Employed – Kyiv, Remote (Global Clients) Sept 2005 – Jan 2024
• Provided customized one on one and small group lessons to learners of all ages, focusing on fluency,
grammar, pronunciation, and professional English.
• Successfully prepared students for international exams (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge, ZNO) and job inter
views in multinational companies.
• Designed specialized modules for business professionals, diplomats, and students entering global orga
nizations.
• Leveraged interactive methods and digital tools to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
Head of Language Services, Ukrvneshintur Travel Agency – Kyiv, Ukraine June 2008 – Mar 2009
• Managed translation and English communication services for international travel clients.
• Conducted professional English training sessions for staff to enhance client service.
• Acted as liaison between Ukrainian and foreign partners to ensure smooth communication and documen
tation.

Education
MSc Kyiv National Economic University, International Economics – Kyiv, Jan 2000 – Jan 2005
Ukraine
MSc National Pedagogical Dragomanov University, English Language & For Jan 2002 – Jan 2005
eign Literature – Kyiv, Ukraine

Courses
Economic Universities, The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Language Teaching

Skills
Teaching & Curriculum Development: Experienced with designing and delivering English courses for
diverse academic and professional audiences

Exam Preparation: Specialized in IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge, and ZNO exam preparation
Business & Academic English: Skilled in teaching Business English and academic language concepts
Cross-Cultural Communication: Proficient in facilitating communication across different cultures for inter
national settings
Student Mentorship & Coaching: Experienced in mentoring students in academic writing, public speaking,
and professional communication
Lesson Planning & Digital Learning Tools: Competent in creating engaging lessons with digital tools and
interactive methods
Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Strong skills in communication, adaptability, creativity, and prob
lem solving

Languages
English: Good working knowledge
German: Very good command
Ukrainian: Native speaker
Russian: Good working knowledge

Interests
• Reading
• Learning Languages
• Hiking
• Martial Arts
• Baking
• Fitness

References
Kyiv National Economic University , Olga Shevchenko, Chair of the Department of Foreign Lan
guages and Intercultural Communication [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section).
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