TESOL/IELTS Instructor and ELT Specialist

Ata Esmaeilzadeh

Location: Iran

Email: ***.***.*****@*****.***

Professional Summary

An experienced and passionate English language educator with over 10 years of cumulative experience in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). Specializes in IELTS preparation (especially Speaking & Writing), and creating high-level vocabulary resources for intermediate to advanced learners. Adept at curriculum design, teacher training, and delivering engaging online and in-person lessons. Holds a Bachelor's degree in ELT and multiple internationally recognized certifications. Committed to fostering a student-centered learning environment and using innovative teaching techniques to motivate learners and achieve academic success.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Curriculum Design & Lesson Planning: Expertise in developing interactive lesson plans for IELTS and general English courses.

• Classroom Management & Teaching Methodology: Skilled in managing diverse classrooms, applying the PPP (Presentation–Practice–Production) methodology for effective teaching.

• Teacher Training & Mentorship: Experience in delivering teacher training workshops, providing constructive feedback, and guiding junior instructors.

• IELTS Speaking & Writing Preparation: Focused coaching for improving fluency, coherence, and task achievement.

• Language Skills: Fluent in Azeri, Persian, Turkish, and English.

• Technology Integration: Proficient in online teaching platforms (Zoom, Skype) and developing multimedia resources for engaging lessons.

• Cross-Cultural Competency: Extensive experience working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Education

Azad University of Tabriz, Iran

Master of Arts in English Language Teaching (ELT)

June 2025

Bachelor of Arts in English Language Teaching (ELT) Azad University of Tabriz, Iran

Graduation: June 2023

Certifications & Training

• TEFL Certificate – FutureLearn

• TESOL Certificate – Coursera / TEFL Horizons

• OTOP (Online Teacher Orientation Programme) – Westminster College London

(08/05/2020, 8 hours)

• 40-Hour Blended Teacher Training Course (TTC) – Aygun Language Institute

(April 2021)

• CPD Certificate of Participation (9 hours) – Aygun Language Institute (Brain- based Language Teaching, Motivating Learners, etc.) Publications

Author – “Advanced IELTS Lexical Resource” (Self-Published)

• A comprehensive IELTS vocabulary and usage resource tailored for candidates with an IELTS level of 6.0 and above.

• Combines lexical content from multiple advanced sources including 4000 Essential English Words (2nd Edition), Focus on Vocabulary, Collocations in Use, Idioms in Use, and Phrasal Verbs in Use.

• Focuses on advanced vocabulary, collocations, idioms, and phrasal verbs designed to boost candidates’ scores in Speaking and Writing modules. Work Experience

Syllabus Designer & Curriculum Developer

Aygun Language Institute, Iran

January 2024 – Present

• Designed and developed lesson plans for IELTS (all four skills) and general English courses.

• Conducted teacher training workshops on the PPP methodology and classroom management.

• Performed peer observations and provided feedback to junior teachers to improve teaching practices.

Online ESL Teacher (IELTS Specialization)

Self-employed, Online

January 2020 – Present

• Delivered one-on-one and group English lessons focusing on IELTS Speaking & Writing preparation.

• Specialized in helping students achieve higher band scores through targeted strategies.

• Developed personalized study plans to address individual student needs. English Language Teacher

Aygun Language Institute, Iran

March 2017 – December 2019

• Taught General English and IELTS/TOEFL exam preparation courses.

• Created interactive lesson plans to keep students engaged and motivated.

• Used formative assessment techniques to monitor progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly.

English Language Teacher

Pardisan Language Institute, Iran

June 2015 – February 2017

• Taught English to mixed-ability groups (beginner to advanced).

• Prepared students for standardized tests (TOEFL, IELTS).

• Coordinated conversation clubs to improve students' fluency and confidence. Additional Experience

IELTS Discussion Session Instructor & Facilitator

Freelance / Aygun Language Institute

2019 – 2022

• Conducted weekly IELTS-focused discussion sessions with groups of intermediate to advanced learners.

• Designed activities to enhance spontaneous speaking, coherence, vocabulary richness, and idea development in line with IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors.

• Guided learners in critical thinking, fluency, and natural expression in academic and general topics.

Professional Development & Workshops

• Brain-based Language Teaching Tips and Tools (9 hours) – Aygun English Institute, Iran

• Social and Emotional Learning, Motivating Learners, and Teaching Dos and Don’ts – Aygun English Institute, Iran

• Classroom Management, Learning Styles, Error Correction & Feedback – Aygun Language Institute, Iran

Languages

• English (Fluent)

• Azeri (Native)

• Persian (Native)

• Turkish (Fluent)

References

Available upon request.

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