Primary School Staff – LANDAU School

Ms. Elnara Musayeva has 24 years of experience working in teaching and leadership roles in national and international schools. Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English Philology from Azerbaijan University of Languages and a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. To gain essential leadership skills, Ms. Elnara has completed a Leadership Training Course at Harvard Business School. She is a CELTA instructor qualified to teach young learners and adults. She is a passionate leader who is committed to creating a healthy school atmosphere where team members are engaged and work collaboratively towards transforming the LANDAU School vision into reality.

Ms Shabnam holds a bachelor’s degree in Linguistics from the Azerbaijan University of Languages and master’s degree in Educational and Global Leadership from the Western Michigan University; Fulbright Scholar Her professional experience in education has seen her employed at various international schools around Baku over the course of 17 years. To broaden her outlook on the international education system, she applied for Cambridge International Teachers Certificate and completed the program with Distinction. It is her passion to make a difference in the lives of others and to ensure that students have access to a global and rich curriculum, which provides them with life-changing skills and qualities.

Ms Aygun Muslimli holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in English Philology. She has CELTA (Cambridge English Language Teaching to Adults, Tbilisi, Georgia). Ms Aygun is an experienced primary teacher with over 20 years of experience in different international schools, working with different aged primary classes. She has successfully implemented various primary school programs like CIPP, Oxford Primary, British Curriculum to mixed ability groups with a first and second language approach. She has been working as a mainstream teacher in LANDAU Primary School, and currently, she is the Deputy Principal in Ganjlik Campus.

Ms Leyla holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degrees in Methodology of Teaching English from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has been awarded CELTA (Pass A) and TKT certificates provided by Cambridge English Language Assessment. She has seven years of teaching experience in schools and higher educational institutions. She is the author of several scientific articles on the methodology of teaching languages.

Ms Narmina has a bachelor’s degree in English Language Philology from the Azerbaijan University of Foreign Languages. Her training includes different teaching methods and techniques from TEFL and TESOL, including Teaching English to Young Learners, Teaching English as a Foreign Language and Teaching Business English. She has received a CELTA certificate (Cambridge English Language Teaching to Adults) from International House Izmir. Ms Narmina always had a passion for educating and nurturing children. She worked in LANDAU Primary School as a mainstream teacher and currently holds the position of Bayil Campus Coordinator.

Ms Sura studied in several international schools such as George C. Marshall American School, Ankara, Turkey, and Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada). She completed the Bespoke English Language Training Programme (C 1) at the University of Essex in the U.K., scored 8.5/9.0 in IELTS and received a Pass B in CELTA. Ms Sura holds a bachelor’s (honours) degree in English Language Teaching from the Azerbaijan University of Languages, and a master’s degree with honours in Methods of Teaching the English Language from Baku Slavic University. She worked in LANDAU Primary School as a mainstream teacher since its opening and currently holds the position of Ganjlik Campus Coordinator.

For last 3 years, Ms.Sabina worked as a teacher at Pre-school education center. Her main job at LANDAU School is to communicate with parents, provide information and keep the record of LANDAU’s prospective students.

Ms. Ulkar Azizova has graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages as an Interpreter of the Spanish language. She has worked in the tourism sphere for some time and taught the Spanish language to children and adults. Currently, she is providing necessary information, assisting PA, keeping in touch with parents and teachers at Landau.

Ms Aysan worked as a Brand Manager in a private company and as an operation analyst in the Bank sphere before she joined the Landau School family. Her main responsibility is to keep in touch with parents and provide them with the necessary information. She works at Ganjlik Campus.

Ms Elvira graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Foreign Languages with a degree in teaching. She has good communication skills gained at the university by participating in organizational arrangements, being a volunteer at several organizations. She has 3+ years of experience in the administrative and academic fields. She uses her communication skills to communicate with parents and provide them with support. And has gained creative problem-solving skills while working at Landau School.

Ms Sevil has been working at Landau School for three years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Philology from Baku State University. She has 7 years of experience in the educational field. She loves reading books of different genres. Every day she tries to find something new for her development. She loves children and is keen to help others.

Ms Ramila holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Baku State University and a Master’s degree in Developmental Psychology from the Lomonosov Moscow State University. She is the author of the publication devoted to the adaptation of preschool children to kindergarten. She is also a regular participant in conferences dedicated to ABA therapy and Mental Health. She has attended the International Conference of Young Scientists at Moscow State University. She holds certificates in IELTS and Child Psychology (Canada). She has also received certificates from the platforms such as Coursera, Skillshare, and UNICEF. She advocates for being tolerant and can listen, as well as show empathy and unconditional acceptance to each child.

Sabina Ibragimova has graduated from the Azerbaijan State Academy of Arts. Since 2017, she has been teaching art lessons to young learners and adults at various private courses and kindergartens. She enjoys teaching and immersing in the atmosphere of creativity with children and seeing how new talents appear.

Ms Yekaterina has graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages and continued her master’s degree at the same university. She is one of the highly qualified teachers who has undergone a variety of training related to the specialty. She retains interest and maximizes receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional strategies. She has graduated from Kemerovo State University of Arts. She has led a drawing circle and worked as a decorator for many years. She had her own studio, was engaged in painting and creative development.

Ms Jala holds a bachelor’s degree from the Baku Music Academy named after U.Hajibeyov and a master’s degree from the Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts. After her graduation, she has worked in different schools and colleges and spent two years in an International School. She has six years of experience as a music teacher and has received various Local and International Education Certificates. She is happy about working as a music teacher at Landau Primary School.

Rasulova Aysel was born in Baku to a family of artists. She was deeply inspired by classical composers, east-west synthesis in music since her early years. She studied piano in an art school named after Fikrat Amirov, the first step in her career in music. Influenced by classical music and its distinctive theoretical characteristics, she decided to continue her journey studying Music Theory at the College of Music. Her college years widened her horizons about music analysis as she developed herself as a music researcher and led her to study Musicology at the Baku Music Academy. After earning her bachelor’s degree, she continued her master’s degree at the same academy and graduated in 2018. She coordinated events such as Uzeyir Hajibeyli, Gara Garayev, World of Mugham, the Rostropovich Music Festival, and organized Days of Culture in foreign countries.

Aysel Yusifova’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages and master’s degree in English Language Teaching from the same university.

Mr. Mario Caicedo Langer is a STEAM – ICT educator in STEP IT Academy; maker, artist specialist in creative upcycling, and winner of several 3D designs and DIY contests in Autodesk Instructables, the largest community of makers and STEAM educators around the world.He has graduated from the Colombian Naval Academy Almirante Padilla with a bachelor’s degree in Naval Sciences, military-grade of Lieutenant of the Colombian Navy, and a higher diploma in Logistics Management. He has worked in security and risks analysis on business and became the first Latin American to join the Artist in Residence program of Autodesk in Pier 9, in San Francisco, USA. He was trained there in Computer-Design and Industrial 3D Printing.In Azerbaijan, he has worked as Technical Director at Lead STEM Teacher in Engineering for Kids Azerbaijan for five years, managing the STEM clubs in most of the private schools of Baku. After that, he was the 3D Printing specialist in the STEAM Azerbaijan project of the Ministry of Education, creating the Tinkercad and 3D printing curriculum for public schools, and training the teachers in STEAM subjects. He is a contributor to Autodesk Tinkercad, with several of his robotics designs and tutorials being used by the app and in educational centers around the world. Some of his works in creative upcycling are displayed in the “Waste to Art” Museum of Tamiz Shahar, in Qala settlement.

Rumiya Aghayeva holds a bachelor’s degree from Finance & Economic College. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education Teaching from the Azerbaijan State Academy of Physical Education and Sport She holds a master’s degree from the University of Innovations named after Timiriasov (Kazan, Russia) in General Psychology. Ms Rumiya has worked as a junior handball coach and instructor in Olympic reserves sports school (Ministry of Education’s specialized children-youth sports school). She played in a team of ABU Handball club. During her tenure in ABU HC, she was awarded 17 country championships and one Challenge cup. She has been a member of the Azerbaijan National Handball Team since 1996. Ms Rumiya has also worked as a head coach in Sports Academy HC (women).

Amrah Abdurrahmanov holds a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sports from AIU. He has six years of experience as a physical education teacher at one of the private schools. Besides teaching, he was a head of the Methodical Association and organizer of sports tournaments in private schools for four years.

Simuzar Alishova holds a bachelor’s degree in Teaching Russian Language and Literature from Baku Slavic University. She has three years of experience as a Russian language and literature teacher. She loves her work and has a strong desire to teach children of all ages.

Gulsaba Adigozalli is a Russian language teacher with five years of teaching experience. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Teaching Russian Language and Literature from Baku Slavic University. Ms Gulsaba has started her teaching career immediately after graduating from the university and worked at an international school for two years.

Nigar Ibrahimova has graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree in Foreign Language Teaching. She has 3 years of experience in teaching and holds Cambridge’s TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) certificates. Currently, she is working on receiving her CELTA qualification. She is a hard-working, and inspired teacher focused on creating positive environments in which students learn and grow. Her teaching style is direct with individual approaches and dedicated, yet flexible in responding to constantly changing demands.

Ms Lala Shahmaliyeva has a bachelor’s degree in linguistics, Azerbaijan University of Languages, diploma of the Faculty of Additional Education and Practice (Azerbaijan University of Languages). She has 3 years of experience as a secretary/translator in Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Baku, 3 years of Private English language tutoring experience and 1- year of teacher coordinator experience in one of the international schools in Baku. Currently, she is a Primary Teacher in Landau school – Narimanov campus.

I got my bachelor’s and master’s degree from Baku State University. I have fourteen years of work experience as a primary science teacher at one of the international schools in Baku. In 2016, I continued my education in the USA, and completed a 3-year program, “Teaching English for Early Childhood”. In addition, I got one-and-a-half-year of teaching experience at George Maison University Child Development Center. Currently, I am a Primary mainstream teacher at Landau Primary School – Bayil campus.

Imran Ahadov holds a bachelor’s degree in English and Literature. He has graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages and has 8 years of experience in teaching English to people of all ages, especially young learners. He has also accomplished a 150 hours’ TESOL certificate after the completion of eight consecutive courses accredited by Arizona State University. Additionally, he is the holder of TKT certificates provided by Cambridge English Language Assessment. Mr Imran Ahadov is an enthusiastic primary teacher with a fast-growing capacity and strong command of English who consistently shows extreme commitment to building rapport with his students and high competence at handling circumstances without depending on what they are like.

Khayala Gasymova has a bachelor’s degree from Qafqaz University. She worked as an interpreter of the Vietnamese at ADB in 2015. She has 5 years of teaching experience. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Teaching. She has got local and international teaching certificates.

Shahla Musayeva has worked in international schools for the past six years. Her educational history includes a bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy (Primary school teacher) from Qafqaz University and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Qafqaz University. She holds a variety of foreign certifications. She enjoys encouraging her students as they learn new things. She is currently employed as an Azerbaijani Language instructor at the Landau School – Bayil Campus.

Ms Natavan graduated from Moscow State University named after M.V.Lomonosov with a degree in psychology. This profession was not chosen by chance, since a person, his nature, thoughts, feelings, have always been of interest to her. She appreciates the trust of children and their worries and thoughts are always important to her. She is always ready to hear and to make you understand yourself. Together with the child who needs help, she is looking for ways to solve problems, helps to find the internal resources of the body in order to cope with mental pain.

Ms Aynur Gulmammadova has eight years of teaching experience in international schools. Her educational background includes a bachelor`s degree in English Philology from Azerbaijan University of Languages and a master’s degree in English Philology from Qafqaz University. She has got different international certificates such as CELTA (Cambridge English Language Teaching to Adults), TKT Certificates Module 1, 2, 3, and YL.

Ms.Aynur Suleymanova has 12 years of teaching experience in different international schools.She has great passionate to work with young people and is aware of the importance of education in a student’s life.She is always open to new ideas and set creative environment in the classroom where all children can learn from their mistakes.Currently ,she is a Primary mainstream teacher in Landau Primary School-Narimanov campus.

Mahnur Jafarova holds a bachelor’s degree in Translation from Baku Slavic University and a master’s degree in Linguistics from Azerbaijan Tourism and Management University. Currently, she is pursuing her second master’s degree in Youth Social Work at Baku State University. Ms Mahnur has got TKT certificates (Module 1,2, 3) and TKT Young learners provided by Cambridge English Language Assessment. She has eight years of teaching experience in schools and higher educational institutions.

Ms. Khayala has a bachelor’s degree in English Philology from Baku Qizlar (Girls) University. She has thirteen years of experience as an English teacher. She has certificates of TEFL, TKT and TESOL (ongoing).

Guldasta Hasanova is a competent teacher with over eight years of experience in various international schools, working with different year groups in primary schools. Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature Teaching.

Ms. Narmina Abdullayeva earned her bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Seoul, South Korea. In February 2020, she completed an intense CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) course and obtained certification from Cambridge University. In April 2020, she completed an international training on Introduction Data Wise: a collaborative process to improve teaching and learning from Harvard University. From November 2016 to March 2017 she attended intensive Korean Language courses and was certified by the Center for Korean Language and Culture Hankuk University of Foreign Studies( Seoul, South Korea). Ms. Narmina worked at Yeoksam Global Village Center under Gangnam district municipality (Seoul, South Korea). She spent a year there educating both children and adults and got the Certificate of Appreciation while working there. Ms. Narmina is currently employed as a Mainstream Teacher at the Bayil Campus of LANDAU Primary School.

Ms. Nubar is a dedicated teacher with four years of teaching experience. Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature Teaching (Honors) from the Azerbaijan University of Languages, and a master’s degree in English Linguistics (Honors) from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She holds a 120-hour International TESOL Certificate, and “Specialization Certificate in Teaching Young Learners”. She has got “Advanced High Level -C1 Certificate” for successful completion of four language skills (certified by International TEFL Training Institute, New York). Ms. Nubar has been certified for completing 2-month “Training Courses on the development of assessment tools based on the New Curriculum and their testing” by State Exam Center of the Republic of Azerbaijan. She has also participated in professional teacher training courses – “Online teaching methods” and “Student motivation”.

Ms. Dinara has 13 years experience of teaching English. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in English Philology from the University of Foreign Languages.

Ms. Aysel has 4 years experience working in teaching and leadership roles in international schools. Her educational background includes a Bachelor Degree in English language Teaching from Odlar Yurdu University. She has got different International Educational Certificates.

Ms. Gulshan Bakhishli has 10 years of teaching experience in public and international schools. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Languages in Philology, Master’s Degree from University of Languages in “Teaching Methodology of English Language , Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages – (Cert. TESOL by ACCREDITAD ) and PGCEI (Postgraduate Certificate in International Education) from University of Nottingham.

Ms.Aytan Ismayilova has a Bachelor’s Degree in English Teaching pedagogics and Master’s Degree in Linguistics from the University of Foreign Languages,Bachelor’s Degree in Business Studies from Economical University, School Management and Leadership from Khazar University, CELTA (Cambridge Engish Language Teaching to Adults) International house – Hungary,Budapest.She owns IELTS with 7.5 band. Ms Aytan has 15 years of international experience as a teacher. She has worked as a teacher and a coordinator at one of the international schools in Baku for 11 years. Currently, she is a mainstream teacher and the events coordinator in Landau Primary School – Narimanov campus.

Zemfira Aslanova holds a bachelor’s degree in Linguistics from Kyrgyz National University, Institute of Foreign Languages. She has 4 years of experience as an administrative assistant at a U.S. military installation (transit center at Manas). In 2007 she moved to Germany and passed a German language course in “Volkshochschule”, in Buxtehude. Ms Zemfira has 7 years of teaching experience at international schools.

Mrs.Arzu Huseynova has a bachelor’s degree at Baku State University in Applied Mathematics and Cybernetics field and master’s degree in MBA field. She has 10 years of experience as a Mathematics teacher in international schools both in primary and secondary classes and 7 years of experience as a Head of Math Department. Her students got success in Checkpoint Cambridge (Primary and Secondary), IGCSE and State exams. Currently she is both a Math Coordinator and a mainstream math teacher in primary school in Landau school- Narimanov campus.

Ms. Vusala Bayramova graduated from Khazar University with a bachelor’s degree in philology, Azerbaijani language and literature, and a master’s degree in MBA, Business Organization and Management from the Azerbaijan State Economic University. She has worked in a public school environment and she also spent two years as a teacher at an international school. She is currently employed as an Azerbaijani Teacher at the Bayil campus of Landau Primary School. Ms. Vusala is a committed and hardworking Azerbaijan language teacher who is dedicated to providing a fun, learning, and growing atmosphere for children.

Gulnisa Ismayilova has a bachelor’s degree from Baku Slavic University and is currently pursuing her master’s degree at Baku State University. Her major is Primary School Teaching. She has several international certificates on creative ways of teaching primary students. Since graduating from the university, she has been working in different international schools mastering the International BaccalaureateProgram (IB) and the British Curriculum.

Firangiz Nabisoy has 7 years of experience educating young students. In 2015, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education studies from Baku Slavic University. She began working as an English teacher in a pre-school in her third year of university. She was tutoring students for their entrance tests meanwhile. She has pedagogical skills as well as considerable teaching experience. Ms. Firangiz began her LANDAU journey in May 2019. She graduated from Landau Academy with honors. She has been a mainstream teacher at Landau School for the past two years.

Ms. Famila Abdulova has a bachelor’s degree in English Language, and a master’s degree in Linguistics from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has nearly four years of professional work experience as an English Teacher. She holds a 150-hour TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) teaching qualification accredited by Arizona State University. She strongly believes that the purpose of education is to empower children to think creatively, to improve the world for themselves and others. Her current position is a Primary mainstream teacher at Landau School.

Ms. Khadija graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree. She graduated from Landau Academy, passed the IELTS test successfully, and began her Landau career in 2019 by teaching Math in Pre-Landau courses. She also serves as a Math teacher at Leznik & Co and currently teaches Math in Grade 3 at Landau Primary School.

Reyhan Jafarova holds a bachelor’s degree in Primary Education from Baku Engineering University. She has 5 years of teaching experience. She has successfully completed the Aptis for Teachers and IELTS Academic courses and is working towards the completion of the TESOL course

Ms.Gozal Samadova has a bachelor’s degree in linguistics, from Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has 3 years of experience as a teacher in private preschool educational center. Also, she has organization skills, as she took part in government organizations. She successfully passed her IELTS. She graduated from Landau Academy in June, 2019. She has been working at Landau Primary School since July, 2019.

Amina Hajiyeva holds a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Informatics from Qafqaz University and master’s degree in Applied Mathematics and Cybernetics from Baku State University. She graduated From Landau Academy in 2020 and has participated in Leznik & Co. over SAT Math Development program.

Ms.Esmira Asadova has graduated from Azerbaijan University Of Languages. She has a Bachelor’s degree in English and literature . She has 2 years of teaching experience in training and educational courses as an English teacher and 6 month experience in International school as a teaching assistant.

Fidan Akbarli has four years of experience as a Russian language and literature teacher. She holds a bachelor’s degree as a Russian language and literature teacher from Baku Slavic University. She has a range of educational certificates. Simultaneously, she is training students for entrance exams. She has a strong desire to teach students in all primary school grades. At the moment, she is working as a Russian language instructor at LANDAU School.

Ms. Aysel Abdullayeva holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from the Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University and a master’s degree in Linguistics from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has four years of teaching experience with adults in Eduline (study abroad and language center) and CNK Colleges, and one year of teaching experience with children at Celt Pre School English as a second language teacher. Currently, she is working as a primary teacher assistant at Landau School.

I hold a bachelor’s degree from the Azerbaijan Tourism and Management University. I also studied at the Middle East Technical University in English Language Teaching faculty between 2016-2017 with Erasmus exchange program. At the moment, I am pursuing my master studies in Methods and Methodology of Foreign Language Learning. During university years, I have been tutoring kids at an educational center and teaching private lessons. I have great enthusiasm and passion to teach kids. Currently, I am working as a teacher assistant at Landau Primary School.

Farida Mammadli holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages and an MBA degree from the Azerbaijan State University of Economics. She has successfully completed the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification and has two years of teaching experience. She has taken part in Leznik & Co. over SAT Math Development program and has successfully graduated from Landau Academy.

Nigar Aliyeva holds a bachelor’s degree in the English Teaching program from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has completed CELTA certification (Cambridge English Language Teaching to Adults) from the Czech Republic. She also has several international certificates, such as Assessment for learning (Cambridge University Press), Active learning: from theory to practice (Cambridge University Press), Approaches to Teaching (Cambridge University Press), Language awareness for bilingual and international schools (Cambridge University Press) and Moving up to B1 Preliminary for Schools. As a teacher, she remains sensitive to students’ unique needs, employs effective listening, integrates multicultural teaching units, and offers positive encouragement and reinforcement to keep students focused and motivated. Her goal is to foster and maintain an open, communicative, and supportive classroom in which each student feels safe, secure, special, and appropriately challenged.

Nargiz Mammadova is graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages and pursued her master’s degree at the same university. She is one of the highly qualified teachers who has undergone a variety of professional development programs related to her specialty. She retains interest and maximizes receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional strategies.

Saida Hasanova holds a bachelor’s degree in English Philology. She is an experienced primary teacher with over ten years of experience in international schools working with different-aged students. Ms Saida has attended various primary school training programs organized by Dragonfly, ECIS, and OPTIMUS. She has also got Health and Safety certification.

Farah Abullayeva’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in Primary School Education (honors) and a master’s degree in Theory and History of Pedagogy (honors). She holds a TESOL certificate from International TEFL Training Institute, New York. She is an internationally certified teacher and qualified to teach English to students who speak other languages. Ms Farah has already taught and mentored pupils with a wide range of characteristics from different international schools. She is dedicated to teaching students while being responsible and successful in their academic and social pursuits as they advance throughout their schooling.

Gulzar Baghirova’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English language teaching from the Azerbaijani University of Languages. She has worked in an international school for the past 3 years. Besides that, she has worked as a translator for Formula 1. She holds a variety of international certifications such as TKT 1 and Aptis-C1.

Ms. Manzar has a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has three years of experience as an administrative assistant at a state school. She has also given support lessons to students at school. Ms. Manzar successfully completed a teacher training programme at Landau Academy in June 2019. Currently, she is working as a primary teacher assistant at Landau School.

Jamila Goyushova has a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from the Azerbaijan University of Languages.
She has been working with primary school students since 2018.
In 2019, she joined to Landau Preschool as a teacher assistant.
Currently, she is working as a primary school teacher assistant at Landau.
She is always open to new ideas and sets a positive environment in the classroom.

Javahir Khudiyeva has graduated from Baku Slavic University majoring in English Philology. She is an enthusiastic English teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners. Ms Javahir began her career as a teacher at one of the international schools in Baku, and she has five years of teaching experience. She was certified as an accredited oral examiner for PTE General and PTE Young Learners in 2018. She has successfully completed a course on Teaching Lexically by Andrew Walkley.

Ms.Farida Najafova is a music teacher, graduated from the Baku Music Academy named after U. Hajibeyov (honors degree). She has 6 years of experience in the music industry (Trio Education Center, Kodomo – kindergarten, and etc.). She is a laureate of the International Piano Competition dedicated to I.S.Bach (Estonia), and also performed and performs at many concerts in Azerbaijan. She communicates with children very well, introduces them to the world of music and helps them love music from an early age. Her entire experience is based on teaching children music in a tireless manner, including games. She brings the achievements of her students to music competitions, concerts, events.

Ms. Narmin Allahverdiyeva has a bachelor’s degree in English language teaching with honors from Azerbaijan University of Languages and a master’s degree in Linguistics with honors from Khazar University, as well as a certificate in “Teaching Math in Primary Schools.” She has 6 years of teaching experience in various settings and has been employed at Landau School for 7 months as a Primary Math Teacher.

Gular Ismayilova holds a bachelor’s degree in Azerbaijani Language and Literature Teaching from Baku State University. Currently, she is pursuing a master’s degree in Teaching and Learning at ADA University. She enjoys teaching and implements interactive teaching approaches in her lessons. She encourages her students to speak in Azerbaijani Language during her lesson time.

Nurufat Mammadova graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree in foreign language teaching and has a master’s degree from Istanbul University. She has worked as a teacher for the past six years. She has completed many international teacher training programs and holds an IELTS certificate.

Nazrin Gasimova has a bachelor’s degree in Foreign Language Teacher and master’s degree in Foreign Language Teaching Methods and Methodology from Azerbaijan University of Languages. She has 7 years of experience in teaching young learners and adults. She has completed the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification course from Arizona State University focusing on topics such as Teaching Language Online, Technology Enriched Teaching, How to be a Together Teacher.

Ms. Elvira graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree. She has a 120-hour TESOL/TEFL certificate (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from World Tesol Academy, APTIS. She began her LANDAU ACADEMY journey in November 2020 and has one and a half years of experience working as a private teacher. She is currently employed as a teaching assistant at Landau Primary School and pursuing her TKT and Celta certificates.

Nigar Ahadli graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages with a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature. She has completed her master’s degree in Teaching and learning from ADA University. Ms. Nigar has a true passion for working with primary students. She believes that every child is unique and deserves a caring, inspiring, and engaging atmosphere to grow emotionally, intellectually, and socially. Ms. Nigar is constantly developing herself by attending workshops on topics such as successful student evaluation, enhancing students’ emotional and social wellbeing, using educational teaching aids for primary kids, etc. Moreover, she has participated in the students’ mental health summer school program at Amsterdam University.

Ms. Nuray Aliyeva graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree in English. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in English methodology at Odlar Yurdu University. She has been teaching English for the past two years. Ms. Nuray has worked as a translator and English teacher in a variety of settings. During the teaching process with children, she tends to learn and teach new strategies and methods. She has been working as a teaching assistant at Landau School for the past five months.

Ms. Sabina Orujova holds a bachelor’s degree on Chemistry Teaching in English from Baku Engineering University. She has 5 years of experience teaching English to students of various ages as a private tutor. She has a variety of foreign qualifications, including IELTS (Band 7.0), TESOL from Arizona State University, “Programming for Everyone” from Michigan University, and “Nanotechnology-course” Maker’s from Duke University, among others. Since she is a passionate person, she has dabbled in a variety of fields. She has two years of experience at a private course as a chemistry teacher. She has also worked as an intern chemistry teacher at a private school for half a year. Ms. Sabina has also worked at Khan Academy as a content translator. She is currently employed as a teaching assistant at the Bayil Campus of Landau Primary School.

Narmin Safarli graduated from Baku Engineering University with a bachelor’s degree as a Primary School Teacher. She graduated from Baku Slavic University with a master’s degree in the History of Pedagogy and Theory. Ms Narmin got “Red diploma” from her master degree. She has 5 years of experience working as a primary school teacher and an English teacher for children aged 5 to 15 in a variety of settings. Ms. Narmin has a C1 Level Turkish language certificate from Baku Engineering University and she has an accredited CEF Grade Level B2 English certificate. She also holds Aptis from British Council with Overall CEFR Grade of B2. Ms. Narmin is currently working as a Homeroom Teacher at the Ganjlik campus of Landau Primary School.

Nubar Imanova is a committed educator with three years of teaching experience. As an English teacher, she has worked with a variety of age groups in different educational settings. She has also volunteered in several international events. Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in English Philology from Baku Slavic University. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Methodology of Teaching Foreign Language at Baku Slavic University. In 2020 Ms Nubar received the Aptis for Teachers certificate. She successfully completed a teacher training program from Landau Academy in 2021.

Ms. Amina Majidova is a passionate and professional teacher who enjoys teaching and encouraging others. She graduated with honors from the Azerbaijan State Economic University with a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree (MBA, English stream). She has completed her doctoral studies and is now working on her dissertation. Ms. Amina’s work has appeared in prestigious scholarly journals. She was awarded a certificate for her outstanding performance at the LANDAU Academy International School Teacher Training.

Jamila Atayeva is a Baku Slavic University graduate. She holds a bachelor’s degree in philology (Russian Language and Literature) as well as a master’s degree in Russian Literature Theory. She has many years of experience teaching Russian as a foreign language along with vast experience in children’s early development programs. She created the “Let’s Play” project in February 2019, which focuses on the growth of a child’s imagination, improvisation, innovation, and soft skills through gaming and interaction. She organizes and participates in a variety of activities for children’s development. She is currently employed as a Russian Language instructor at Landau School.

Fidan Muradova holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from Baku Slavic University. Having graduated in 2018, she has pursued her master’s degree in Educational Management at ADA University. Ms Fidan has taken a short-term internship at an international school working on the effectiveness of TTRS and “Read Naturally computer-assisted programs” for primary and secondary school students with dyslexia. She has also worked at the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan as an evaluation expert of study programs in 2019. She has attended local and international educational conferences in Ukraine and Turkey. She is the author of numerous scientific articles. She has 3 years of relevant work experience in teaching English and completed the Pre-CELTA course in 2018.

Nigar Asadova holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from the Azerbaijan University of Languages and a master’s degree in English Linguistics from the same university. She has got clear goals and a big vision for students to learn and achieve at high levels. She is happy to be a part of Landau school.

Sevinj Baghirova has graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree in Philology (English and Literature). She has three years of private English language tutoring experience.

Aydan Dovlatova studied at Azerbaijan University of Languages and graduated in 2020 with a degree in English teaching. Having graduated, she has pursued her master’s degree in Financial Accounting at the Azerbaijan State University of Economics. Currently, she is working as a homeroom teacher at Landau School. She is a teacher who has great enthusiasm and passion to teach , motivate, and direct students.

Samira Gardashova holds a bachelor’s degree in History Teaching from Baku State University. She has great enthusiasm and passion to teach kids. Ms Samira has three years of experience in teaching English.

Nigar Altayzade holds a bachelor’s degree in Primary School Education from Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University (Sabah groups). Currently, she is pursuing a dual master’s degree at George Washington University and ASPU in Human Development and Education management. Ms Nigar has participated in the Erasmus+ program as a teacher in Latvia for over one year and has experience in formal and non-formal education and their national curriculum. She has experience working at a CIS, COBIS accredited international school and has completed a Career Coaching Course from Azerbaijan American Embassy. Additionally, Ms Nigar has successfully attended education courses such as Training of Trainers from Career Guide EduCare and TES Institute Early Child Education organized by UNICEF.

Sabina Hasanova has graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages (Sabah groups) majoring in English Language Teaching. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Translation at Khazar University. She has worked as a General English Teacher at a language center.

Gunay Asgarova holds a bachelor’s degree in the English Teaching program from Azerbaijan University of Languages. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree at ADA University. She worked as a teacher intern at ADA Secondary School and as an English teacher with foundation students at ADA University. Ms Gunay has certificates from ADA University such as “One Day at ADA”, “Public Lecture of BetsAnn Smith” and a Certificate Program in Learning and Teaching. She has successfully completed a teacher training program from Landau Academy and received Certificates such as “Designing for Digital Teaching and Learning” ( London, UK, 2020) and “Program Technology for Education” ( London, UK, 2020).

Marziyya Rasulzade holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics from Baku State University. She has experience working in different international schools around Baku and participated in various forums for teachers. She has successfully completed the Landau Academy and is happy to be a part of Landau’s Dream Team.

She has graduated from the Azerbaijan University of Languages with a bachelor’s degree in teaching English as a Second Language. After graduation, she has worked at various international schools. She has international certificates such as Teaching English to speakers of other Language (TESOL) from Arizona State University, Certificate in English Language Teaching-Primary (CELT-P), and TKT-Young Learners. Currently, she is a teacher at Bayil Campus.

Zemfira Gasimova has graduated from Baku Engineering University holding a bachelor’s degree as an English language and literature teacher. She has gained huge experience working both at state and private schools. She is currently working as a floating teacher at the Ganjlik campus of Landau Primary school. She has international certificates such as TESOL from Arizona State University, TKT module 1, IELTS, and TEFL (online) which makes her eligible to work with students of different backgrounds.

Afat Abdurahmanli’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in English from Baku Engineering University. Currently, she is pursuing a master’s degree in Elementary Education at Azerbaijan Pedagogical State University. She received a certificate of “specialty first” in 2021, a certificate of “Winter Science Fair” from Baku Engineering University, and a certificate of “ Professional Communication master class “ related to leadership skills, business communication, networking skills, problem-solving methods in 2019. Further, she has successfully completed an Intensive English Language Program. Ms Afat aims to effectively engage her students in learning.

Khanim Aghabalayeva has a bachelor’s degree in Primary School Teaching in English from Baku Engineering University. She is currently majoring in the Organization and Management of Education with SABAH groups from Azerbaijan Pedagogical State University. Ms Khanim has three years of experience working with young learners.

Aytaj Jumayeva holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from Khazar University and has experience working at an international baccalaureate school in Baku. Besides, she has a strong background as a preschool teacher and has worked in many language school centers

Farida Rzayeva holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching from the Azerbaijan University of Languages. She worked as an English tutor in educational courses. She has over 9 years of experience in administrative management. Ms Farida has got local and international certificates. She provides students with the right educational activities and experiences enabling them to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

Shabnam Annaghili has graduated from Baku Engineering University. She has a bachelor’s degree in Primary School Teaching in English. Ms Shabnam has one year of experience teaching English in educational courses. She is happy about being a part of the Landau School team.

Nasrin Akbarzade Ahari’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Geology from Tabriz University and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Azerbaijan Medical University. She gets on well with children and can understand children’s issues. Ms Nasrin has had experience working with pupils for about three years. She strongly believes that the purpose of education is to empower children to think creatively, to improve the world for themselves and for others.

Aygun Aliyeva holds a bachelor’s degree in the Azerbaijani Language and Literature Teaching from the Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University and she has graduated her master’s degree in Literary Criticism from Baku State University with an honours diploma. She is an author of more than ten scientific articles and theses. She has also translated scholarly and literary works into Azerbaijani. She has been a participant and organizer of both local and international conferences. Ms. Aygun is currently employed as an Azerbaijani Language teacher at the Bayil campus of Landau School.

Sevda Baghirova holds a bachelor’s degree from Azerbaijan University of Languages and a master’s degree from Azerbaijan State Economic University. She has five years of experience in teaching English as a second language.

Elnara Musayeva

Shabnam Heydarzade

Aygun Muslimli

Leyla Muradaliyeva

Narmina Mohammed

Sura Nazarli

Sabina Dadashova

Ulker Azizova

Aysan Mustafayeva

Elvira Valibayova

Sevil Aliyeva

Ramila Habibova

Sabina Ibragimova

Yekaterina Akmayeva

Jala Aliyeva

Aysel Rasulova

Aysel Yusifova

Mario Caicedo

Rumiya Aghayeva

Amrah Abdurrahmanov

Simuzar Alishova

Gulsaba Adigozalli

Nigar Ibrahimova

Lala Shaxmaliyeva

Ilhama Ismayilova

Imran Ahadov

Khayala Gasimova

Shahla Musayeva

Natavan Alai

Aynur Gulmammadova

Aynur Suleymanova

Mahnur Jafarova

Khayala Aliyeva

Guldasta Hasanova

Narmina Abdullayeva

Nubar Ahmadova

Dinara Ismaylova

Aysel Safarova

Gulshan Bakhishli

Ayten Ismayilova

Zemfira Aslanova

Arzu Huseynova

Vusala Bayramova

Gulnisa Ismaylova

Firangiz Nabisoy

Famila Abdulova

Khadija Israfilova

Reyhan Jafarova

Gozal Samadova

Amina Hajiyeva

Esmira Asadova

Fidan Akbarli

Aysel Abdullayeva

Firuza Muradova

Farida Mammadli

Nigar Aliyeva

Nargiz Mammadova

Saida Hasanova

Farah Abdullayeva

Gulzar Baghirova

Manzar Huseynzade

Jamila Goyushova

Javahir Khudiyeva

Farida Najafova

Narmin Allahverdiyeva

Gular Ismayilova

Nurufat Mammadova

Nazrin Gasimova

Elvira Alizade

Nigar Ahadli

Nuray Aliyeva

Sabina Orujova

Narmin Safarli

Nubar Imanova

Amina Majidova

Jamila Atayeva

Fidan Muradova

Nigar Asadova

Sevinj Baghirova

Aydan Dovlatova