Maria Kuzmina
Teacher/educator/coach
Bangkok,Bangkok, Bang Na
Summary
Dedicated Educator with a passion for creating inclusive and engaging learning environments.
Experienced in curriculum development aligned with educational frameworks such as the IB
and Singapore Curriculum, I excel in fostering student growth and development with strong
communication skills, leadership experience, and talent for integrating digital tools to
enhance learning experiences. I have strong adaptability, student engagement strategies, and
the ability to build supportive relationships with students and faculty, showcasing a
commitment to achieving excellence in education.
Personal and professional strengths
Dedicated Educator: Passionate about fostering a positive,
inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Collaborative Team Player: Works effectively with colleagues,
parents, and stakeholders to support student development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Centurion International School
Bangkok
- Managed 5 Homeroom Teachers and oversaw advertising, marketing, admissions, teacher recruitment, and community communications
- Maria
- Kuzmina, Contact
- Address
- Singapore 018978
- Phone +6581369498
- Maria.malkhanova@gmail.c om
Early Years Teacher
Wells International School
Bangkok
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented inquiry-based learning experiences aligned with the IB Primary Years Program (PYP) framework
- Created a safe and stimulating learning environment that promoted social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
- Utilized various teaching strategies and resources to cater to the diverse learning styles of students
- Collaborated with other teachers and parents to support the holistic development of students
- Attended professional development sessions and stayed updated on current educational practices and trends
- Designed and delivered age-appropriate lesson plans to promote learning and development in young children
- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fostered the growth of social and emotional skills
- Used different assessment methods to monitor and track student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to provide feedback on student progress.
Early years Teacher/Childcare Educator
Ramkhamhaeng International School
Bangkok
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Taught the American curriculum to a class of 10 students
- Reason for leaving: The end of the contract and family responsibilities, including home-schooling my daughter during
Educator/Teacher
GSIS Singapore International School
Bangkok
01.2006 - 01.2021
- Taught the Singapore Curriculum, including English Literacy
- Science, Social Studies, and Values Education
- Managed a class of 35 students, including special needs students with learning and behavioral challenges.
Senior Teacher
COVID
01.2019 - 09.2019
English Language Teacher
ECC English Language School
Bangkok
01.2021 - 01.2001
- Taught English to students aged 3-18 on weekends
- Reason for leaving: The school closed due to COVID-19 and did not transition to online learning.
Education
Master of Teaching - undefined
Moscow University of Foreign Languages
2009-04
Center for Professional Assessment (Thailand -
TOEIC Services - Bangkok
01
TOEIC English Teaching Certification - undefined
Certificate in English Language proficiency - undefined
Castleknock College
01
English First - undefined
01
English for Children TKT Certificate - undefined
Skills
- Curriculum
- Development
- Inquiry -Based
- Learning
- Educational
- Frameworks (eg
- Singapore Curriculum)
- Student-Centered
- Teaching
- Taught a P1 class of learners with significant learning and
- Behavioral needs
- Reason for leaving: The school closed due to COVID-19 and did
- Not transition to online learning
- 2018-09-
- 2019-05
- Lecturer
- Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Moscow
- Lectured in English language and History, tutoring students for
- Their exam preparation
- Evaluated student work, such as literary writing, research
- Papers, and analysis tasks
- Led semester-long student research projects and assisted with
- Topic selection and idea development
- Supported the university-wide focus on comprehensive
- Research
- Conducted lessons and lectures each day for undergraduate
- And graduate-level courses on various topics related to English
- Literature and the English language
- Coached students in writing essays and prepared them for
- International and state exams
- Created course materials, assessments, projects, and other
- Materials for studies during the semester
- Reason for leaving: Relocation to Thailand
- 2015-08-
- Director of Studies, English Teacher
- English First, Star English, Moscow
- Managed a team of over 10 English Teachers, overseeing
- Performance appraisals, teacher training, recruitment, and
- Strategic planning
- Communicated regularly with parents and provided progress
- Reports to the Board of Governors
- Supported strategic planning, sales, and marketing efforts
- Implemented curriculum and prepared students for
- Assessments and exams
- Differentiated
- Instruction
- Classroom
- Management
- Digital Tools
- Integration
- Communication Skills
- Student Engagement
- Strategies
- Cultural Competence
- And Diversity
- Awareness
- Professional
- Development and
- Lifelong learning
- Emotional Intelligence
- And Empathy
- Curriculum Development: Proficient in designing and implementing
- Curriculum aligned with various educational frameworks, including
- The IB and Singapore Curriculum
- Communication Skills: Possesses exceptional written and oral
- Communication abilities
- Digital Integration:
- Skilled in incorporating digital tools to enhance
- Learning experiences
- Leadership Experience: Proven senior leadership capabilities with
- Experience in managing teams, teacher recruitment, and strategic
- Planning
- Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable to different teaching
- Environments and educational needs
- Student Engagement: Expertise in breaking down complex
- Concepts, reinforcing material, and ensuring comprehensive
- Understanding
- Supportive Relationships: Ability to build and maintain supportive
- Relationships with students and faculty
- Self-Motivated: Driven to achieve personal and professional
- Excellence
Timeline
Early Years Teacher
Wells International School
08.2022 - Current
English Language Teacher
ECC English Language School
01.2021 - 01.2001
Early years Teacher/Childcare Educator
Ramkhamhaeng International School
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Teacher
COVID
01.2019 - 09.2019
Educator/Teacher
GSIS Singapore International School
01.2006 - 01.2021
Teacher
Centurion International School
Master of Teaching - undefined
Moscow University of Foreign Languages
Center for Professional Assessment (Thailand -
TOEIC Services - Bangkok
TOEIC English Teaching Certification - undefined
Certificate in English Language proficiency - undefined
Castleknock College
English First - undefined
English for Children TKT Certificate - undefined
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteLanguages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
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