Olesea Tarasov
Maidenhead,Windsor and Maidenhead
Summary
An experienced communicator and trainer with over 10 years of experience in face-to-face and e-learning environments with a natural ability to build rapport with people and create individually tailored courses. An innovative team player, a fast learner with an open-minded and goal-oriented personality. Able to adapt to new environments and areas and find quick solutions in challenging situations. An enthusiastic personality with a hands-on, creative style and passion for people, communication, teaching, wellbeing, art, and social projects.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Learning Designer
Prospera Business School
remotely
2023.08 - Current
- Elaborated scheme of work for the academic year.
- Drafted and designed lessons/presentations.
- Used specialists’ materials to create bespoke learning tools.
- Organised and standardized school’s learning materials accumulated throughout the years of company’s activity.
- Achieved high standards of teaching and learning process.
- Assessed processes, procedures and work practices for strengths and weaknesses.
- Facilitated new trainers’ work by offering them comprehensive and clear tools.
- Outlined needs to meet end user requirements.
Academic Manager
Brett Foundation “English school for Ukrainians”
Maidenhead , Windsor and Maidenhead
2022.06 - Current
- Supported teachers academically in their day-to-day activity.
- Assessed students and organised classrooms according to students' levels and needs.
- Received positive feedback from students about the efficient learning process that helped them find a job.
- Contributed to the creation of a social and academic hub for over 100 Ukrainian refugees and their children in a difficult situation in order to give them the opportunity to socialise, learn, and improve their linguistic and cultural knowledge.
- Motivated a diverse and experienced teaching team of employees while demonstrating strong leadership skills through CPD sessions and in person communication.
English lecturer/ ESOL teacher
Windsor Forest Group
Maidenhead , Windsor and Maidenhead
2020.01 - Current
- Elaborated, implemented and conducted lessons in accordance to the school curricula and individual students’ needs.
- Developed multi-media presentations to enhance student understanding, improving average test scores by 60%.
- Guided student learning, developing handouts, worksheets and exercises using different types of software.
- Facilitated online learning for students on different learning platforms.
- Guaranteed learning outcome attainment by identifying learners' needs and optimally adapting delivery styles.
- Developed critical thinking abilities by moderating group discussions.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
Director of Studies/ESOL teacher
Ardmore School of Languages
Maidenhead , Windsor and Maidenhead
2019.01 - 2020.02
- Implemented and managed all day-to-day aspects of the academic programme.
- Managed the teaching staff to create a positive, enthusiastic team to deliver a high quality programme ensuring student satisfaction.
- Appraised and provided feedback on all teaching staff providing support and guidance on all aspects of lesson preparation and delivery.
- Organised and managed placement and final assessment of students, academic time-tabling, course planning and student graduation.
- Held weekly Group Leader meetings and responded to any student or Group Leader queries on academic matters.
- I took on the job in a critical period for the company when the team was ready to leave and students were about to be enrolled, and by means of crisis management techniques I managed to solve all the internal issues and launch the new school year.
Online language tutor
Self-employed
Maidenhead , Windsor and Maidenhead
2016.12 - 2020.02
- Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
- Employed diagnostic assessment tools to better understand student needs and capabilities.
- Offered complete instructional support for students unable to attend regular classes.
- Taught students remotely through live video sessions on Zoom.
- Developed and incorporated engaging web-based support material, aptly meeting distance learning needs.
Supply teacher
Teaching Personnel
Maidenhead , Windsor and Maidenhead
2018.10 - 2019.03
- Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
Trainer
Business School Prospera
Chisinau , Republic of Moldova
2013.01 - 2016.12
- Delivered instruction across various topics, integrating audio-visual presentations and training materials.
- Analysed training needs to determine learning styles and skills shortages.
- Monitored students progress, offering feedback to management on additional training requirements.
- Identified skills and knowledge gaps, tailoring workshops appropriately.
- Promoted continuous learning by designing comprehensive long-term learning curriculums.
Communications and Social Projects Executive
BEMOL/Danube Logistics
Chisinau , Republic of Moldova
2007.04 - 2013.09
- Mantained and managed companies’ web sites;
- Managed internal communication and events, such as companies’ newsletter, trainings, corporate events;
- Managed companies’ external communication such as press releases and conferences, exhibitions, marketing events.
- Implemented corporate social responsibility projects;
- Collaborated with marketing team to create innovative strategies for optimised campaign results.
- Assisted the General Director in his daily activities, offering language support, arranging trips and dealing with correspondence.
- Organised and served as spokesperson at PR activations to promote company image.
- Monitored social media and press coverage for quality and messaging.
Social projects coordinator
Amici dei Bambini
Chisinau , Republic of Moldova
2004.04 - 2007.04
- Maintained project schedules by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows to suit.
- Enhanced project transparency and accountability with rigorous evaluation and record-keeping.
- Maximised communication and transparency between clients, internal departments and stakeholders.
- Created reference documentation for managing projects and newsletters for stakeholders and the general public.
- Applied project management methodologies to drive and deliver projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Philology and Translation Studies
Moldova State University
Chisinau, R.Moldova 2002.09 - 2006.06
CELTA - Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
Cambridge Assessment English
London 2018.09 - 2018.09
Skills
Learning design
Communication
Languages
Project management
Social projects
Teaching/Training
Languages
English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Russian
Native
Romanian
Native
Spanish
Intermediate
Ukrainian
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner
Timeline
Learning Designer
Prospera Business School
2023.08 - Current
Academic Manager
Brett Foundation “English school for Ukrainians”
2022.06 - Current
English lecturer/ ESOL teacher
Windsor Forest Group
2020.01 - Current
Director of Studies/ESOL teacher
Ardmore School of Languages
2019.01 - 2020.02
Supply teacher
Teaching Personnel
2018.10 - 2019.03
CELTA - Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
Cambridge Assessment English
2018.09 - 2018.09
Online language tutor
Self-employed
2016.12 - 2020.02
Trainer
Business School Prospera
2013.01 - 2016.12
Communications and Social Projects Executive
BEMOL/Danube Logistics
2007.04 - 2013.09
Social projects coordinator
Amici dei Bambini
2004.04 - 2007.04
Bachelor of Arts - English Philology and Translation Studies
Moldova State University
2002.09 - 2006.06
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