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IRYNA DATSENKO

CONTACT INFORMATION:
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Residence: United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
Visa Status: Employment Visa

PERSONAL DATA:
Nationality: Ukrainian
DOB: 09 July 1986
Marital Status: Divorced

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and accomplished English Teacher, FS Teacher, Educational Leader with extensive experience in early childhood
education, curriculum implementation, teacher mentoring, and academic leadership within international school settings.
Passionate about fostering high-quality teaching and learning through collaborative leadership, instructional coaching, and
continuous professional development. Skilled in leading teams, developing curriculum aligned with international standards,
monitoring teaching quality, and implementing effective assessment practices that enhance student achievement.

Committed to creating engaging, inclusive, and learner-centered environments where children thrive academically, socially,
and emotionally. Recognized for strong organizational skills, positive leadership, and the ability to inspire educators to
achieve excellence while maintaining high academic standards. Adept at building positive relationships with students,
parents, and colleagues, promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Seeking a leadership position as Head of Kindergarten, Kindergarten Coordinator, or Head of English Department in an
international school where I can contribute my expertise in educational leadership, curriculum development, teacher
coaching, and school improvement initiatives while supporting outstanding learning outcomes for every student.

CORE COMPETENCIES

 Presentation Skills & Prospecting Skills;  Classroom and KG Section Management Strategies;
 Curriculum Development;  Cross-Cultural Work Environments;
 Creative Lesson Planning & Unit Design;  Problem Solving & Results Driven;
 Cooperative & Experiential Learning;  Time Management & Team Management;
 Learner Engagement & Assessment;  Analyzing Information & Reporting Skills;
 Early Literacy Programs;  Professionalism & Confidentiality Excellence;
 Performance Learning Objectives;  Communication & Leadership Qualities;
 Educational Leadership & Team  British & American Curriculum Knowledge and
Management; Implementation;
 Teacher Mentoring, Coaching &  Assessment, Data Analysis & Student Progress
Performance Evaluation; Monitoring.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

[January 2025 – Present] – “Al Itqan American School, Sharjah”, UAE.
Position: Head of Kindergarten

 Leading and manage the Kindergarten Department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student
achievement;
 Overseeing the implementation of the American curriculum, ensuring alignment with school policies, educational
standards, and best practices in early childhood education;
 Providing instructional leadership through classroom observations, teacher mentoring, coaching, and performance
evaluations;
 Monitoring curriculum planning, lesson delivery, assessment practices, and student progress to ensure consistency
and quality across the department;
 Supporting teachers in implementing differentiated, inquiry-based, and student-centered learning strategies;
 Leading departmental meetings, coordinate school events, and contribute to strategic planning and school
improvement initiatives;
 Fostering strong partnerships with parents through effective communication and collaboration to support
children's academic and personal development;
 Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment while promoting students' wellbeing and
safeguarding;
 Collaborating with school leadership and cross-functional departments to achieve whole-school goals and maintain
educational excellence.

[October 2023 – December 2024] – “Glendale International School, Dubai”, UAE.
Position: FS1 Homeroom Teacher

 Teaching within the framework of the school policies;
 Preparing short- and medium-term plans;
 Sharing responsibility for the welfare and safety of all the children;
 Using a variety of teaching methods following EYFS curriculum;
 Establishing and maintaining good relationships with children, parents, and colleagues;
 Monitoring children’s progress and evaluating progress and performance.

[February 2023 – June 2023] – “Miles of Smiles Nursery, Dubai”, UAE.
Position: Class Teacher

 Supporting children and parents when settling children into the class and the environment according to each
family’s needs;
 Planning stimulating learning activities to achieve good progression in pupils’ understanding, capture attention,
create excitement and lead to independent exploration;
 Ensuring effective teaching of the whole class, and of groups and individuals within the whole class setting, so that
learning objectives are met and pupils’ learning time is used efficiently;
 Using a variety of teaching methods following EYFS and Montessori curriculums;
 Assessing how well learning objectives have been achieved and use this information to improve specific aspects of
teaching;

[February 2020 – October 2022] – “Grace Family”, Ukraine.
Position: Translator/Interpreter (Remote Employment)

 Providing written translation of the documents, and correspondence (Ukrainian / English, and vice versa);
 Listening to complete statements in one language, translating to second, and translating responses from second
into the first language; expressing either approximate or exact translation, depending on the nature of the occasion;
 Coordinating with other interpreters, staff, and supervisory personnel to meet objectives of the “Grace Family”;
 Providing personal translation of the private correspondence for the clients along with a response to the emails and
chats;
 Ensuring a good understanding and in-depth knowledge of language/country-specific cultures, as well as familiarity
with cultural differences;
 Participating in online conferences and organizing meetings between clients;
 [November 2017 - October 2018] – “Occidental Sharjah Grand Hotel” at “Barcelo Hotel Group”, Sharjah - UAE.
Position: Guest Experience Supervisor
[March 2017 – October 2017] – “Atlanta Tourism and Travel Dubai”, Dubai - UAE.
Position: Tourist Guide
[June 2014 – February 2017] – “Novotel & Adagio Abu Dhabi” at “Al Bustan”, Abu Dhabi - UAE.
Position: Guest Service Agent

[September 2010 – June 2014] – Secondary School №2 – Preschool Educational Establishment, Ukraine.
Position: Teacher of English

 Fostering a warm, nurturing, and fun atmosphere conducive to learning. Recognized for teaching excellence and
instructional best practices in annual reviews;
 Planning English lessons in line with school objectives, to ensure a healthy culture of learning;
 Tracking students’ progress and presented the information to parents, created tests, and reinforced classroom rules;
 Passionately dealing with the students who acted out or were of different backgrounds and abilities or had
trouble following the material;
 Using a range of course books and materials, plus a variety of audio-visual aids, to encourage students to
communicate with each other using the structures and vocabulary they've learned and to improve the four basic
language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing;
 Assisting students to be involved in the learning process attentively;
 Planning and maintained an environment that was protecting the health, security, and well-being of children;
 Establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers
working with children.

[September 2009 – September 2010] – Bratska I-III grade Secondary School, Ukraine.
Position: Teacher of English/Team Lead of afterschool activities
[September 2008 - September 2009] – Runov School, Ukraine.
Position: Teacher of English

EDUCATION

 [2026] – SunRise University, UAE;
Qualification: Bachelor of Education
 [2013] – Berdiansk State Pedagogical University, Ukraine;
Qualification: Specialist’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Philology: Teacher of English and Ukrainian.
[2008] – Dnipropetrovsk University of Economics and Law, Ukraine;
Qualification: Specialist’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Translation.

TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS

 FCE (First Certificate in English by Cambridge University);
 Web 2.0 (Computer Study);
 Numerous professional development trainings in Early Literacy, Phonics, and Safeguarding (UAE).

LANGUAGES

 Ukrainian – Native;  English – Fluent.

SKILLS
 Strong educational leadership and team management skills;
 Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication;
 Teacher coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluation;
 Strategic planning and school improvement;
 Curriculum development and implementation (American & British Curricula);
 Professional development planning and staff training;
 High proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, educational technology, and digital learning platforms;
 Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and inclusive education;
 Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead high-performing teams.