Primary School Staff – LANDAU School

Ms.Sangeetha Rao has a bachelor’s degree in Sociology (India), ADMTT – Advance Diploma in Montessori Teacher’s Training (India), PGCEI (Postgraduate Certificate in International Education) Nottingham, and CELTA (Cambridge Engish Language Teaching to Adults) International house – Dubai. She has 15 years of international experience as a teacher and coordinator in Primary Schools, and currently, she is a Primary school Principal in Landau school – Narimanov campus.

Ms. Elnara has 22 years’ experience working in teaching and leadership roles in national and international schools.Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in English Philology from the University of Foreign Languages and Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. She has got CELTA and EYL from International House World Organization.

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 British School in Baku. Currently, she is a Primary Teacher in Landau school – Narimanov campus.

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. Aynur Gulmammadova has 6 years of teaching experience in international schools. Her educational background includes a Bachelor`s Degree in English Philology from Azerbaijan University of Languages, Master`s Degree (Honours) in English Philology from Qafqaz University and CELTA (Cambridge English Language Teaching to Adults).

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.

Ms. Naila Amirbayova graduated from Baku State University , Department of Applied Mathematics and Cybernetics, and started to work as an ICT teacher in Baku Computer College. In the year of 2008 she got her Master of Science in Informatics and Development of Educational Applications Methodics Degree from Baku State University. She is the founder of several computer literacy courses, developer of methodical aids for international courses, formal translator from English to Azerbaijani in the Scratch (by MIT) programming environment and a certified STEM and Lego Education teacher. Ms. Naila has worked in different national and international educational institutions.

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. Shahla Alizade graduated from University of Foreign Languages, her education branch is English Philology, and her Master’s Degree from University of Languages -Methodology (English Language).She has 7 years of teaching experience as a Primary and Secondary (MYP) English teacher in international schools namely British school in Baku, and Dunya school. Mrs Shahla has IELTS and Language acquisition : Delivering the MYP curriculum( Category 2) international certificates. Her current position is Primary mainstream teacher in Landau school

Ms.Sura holds a Bachelor’s (Honours) degree in English Language Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages and a Master’s degree with honours in Methods of Teaching the English Language from Baku Slavic University. She has completed the English Language Programme with an excellent progress report at the University of Essex in the U.K. and earned 8.5 in IELTS.

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 18 years of experience in different international schools, working with different aged primary classes. She has successfully implemented different primary programs like CIPP, Oxford Primary, British Curriculum to mixed ability groups with a first and second language approach.Currently, she is a mainstream teacher in Landau Primary School – Narimanov campus

Ms. Chinara Alakbarova has a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language Teaching (Azerbaijan University of Foreign Languages /2012-2016 ). She passed an Intensive Course of English Language and was certified by Deutsch Academy in Austria , 2015. She moved to Hungary , Debrecen city in 2016 and worked there for 3 months as an English Teacher in the training center. In 2018 she moved to People’s Republic of China and worked there for 1 year teaching both kids and adults. At the same place she passed an International Certificates ( TEFL and TESOL). From September to November she was the 4^th Grade Homeroom Teacher in Azerbaijan Finland International School. Currently, Ms. Chinara is a mainstream teacher in Landau Primary School.

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 the coordinator at British School in Baku for 11 years. Currently, she is a mainstream teacher and the events coordinator in Landau Primary School – Narimanov campus.

Ms. Safura Karimova holds an honored diploma of bachelor’s degree at Qafqaz University in translation and interpretation faculty. Ms. Karimova has received TKT Certificates Module 1, 2, and 3. She has 10 years of experience in the teaching field.Ms. Safura Karimova has 2 years of international experience as a teaching assistant, She has been tutoring SAT verbal part for 8 years. Ms. Safura Karimova is a mainstream teacher in primary school in Landau school currently- Narimanov campus.

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. Aytaj Hamidli holds a Bachelor’s Degree (Honour’s) in English Language Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages and Master’s Degree (Honour’s) in British and American Literature from Qafqaz University. She has seven years of teaching experience with adults in educational institutions, namely at Kaspi Education Centre and Western Caspian University. She has different international certificates including TKT and IELTS (Academic) with 7.5 band.

Ms. Laman has her first working experience in Landau school from February 2019. Her educational background includes a Bachelor Degree in English language Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages.

Ms. Zemfira has a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics from Kyrgyz National University, Institute of Foreign Languages. She has 2 years’ experience as an administrative assistant at U.S.military installation and 7 years’ teaching experience in Pre-School. Currently, she works at Landau Primary School.

Gulnisa Ismayilova graduated from department of Primary School Teacher, Baku Slavic University in 2019. She has 1 year of experience as a teacher assistant in international school and 3 years experience as a tutor. Now she works as a primary teaching assistant in Landau School.

Firangiz Nabisoy has 6 years experience as a teacher. She graduated from Baku Slavic University in 2015. Her Bachelor’s degree is Primary School Teacher. In her third year at university she started work as a teacher in PreSchool. At the same time she has been tutoring kids for entry school exams.She has pedagogical skills and high experience in teaching. In May 2019, she started her Landau Academy journey. Currently, she works as a primary teaching assistant in Landau School.

Ms. Famila Abdulova has a bachelor’s degree in English Language from Azerbaijan University of Languages. Currently, she is pursuing her master studies in Linguistics, and will be receiving her diploma in June 2020. She has nearly 1 year of experience as an English teacher. Moreover, she is consistently studying towards getting her TESOL certificate. She has been working as a Teacher Assistant in Landau School for 3 months now.

Ms. Khadija has a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages. She worked with many foreigners as a translator, completed Landau Academy, successfully passed her IELTS exam and commenced her Landau Primary School journey in June 2019.

Ms. Reyhan Jafarova graduated from department of Primary School Teacher (EN), Baku Engineering University in 2019. She is interested in to establish a special environment where students can learn from their mistakes, share their opinions openly, and use their imaginations and creativity for having a better future. She has the ability to build caring relationships with students.

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. Successfully passed her IELTS exam. June 2019 completed Landau Academy. Since July 2019 started work in Landau Primary School.

Afsana Abdullayeva has a Bachelor’s Degree in English language and literature(teaching) from Qafqaz University. She passed an Intensive course of English Language and was certified by Valencia College in America,Orlando ,2014. She has experience as a general english teacher.She has great passion to work with childeren. She has completed Landau Academy,June 2019 and commenced her Landau Primary School journey in September 2019.

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.

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 Sabina is a teacher of Russian Language and Literature. She has a PhD degree in Russian. She loves children so much that dedicated her career to teaching. Ms Sabina’s enthusiasm and passion brings magic world of Russian literature alive.

Ms. Nigar graduated from Baku Engineering University. She completed university with distinction. Her faculty was Chemistry teaching in English. She completed her master degree’s in Chemical Kinetic and Catalyst at the Institute of Catalyst and Inorganic Chemistry of Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences this year and awarded honored diplomas from bachelor and master’s degrees. She has experienced at Kaspi Education Center for 2 years (as a chemistry teacher). She has worked at Azerbaijan British College (half of year) as a volunteer chemistry teacher, A-level Education Center as a IGCSE chemistry tutor (half of year) and as a researcher at the Institute of Catalyst and Inorganic Chemistry of ANAS (2 year). She has her own methods on teaching. For each grade and even each class she attempts to find new interesting things which are related to topics and the level of students. She likes to encourage her students while they are learning new things.

Mrs. Leila has a bachelor’s degree from Baku Slavic University,as a teacher of Russian Language and Literature.She started her career as a tutor.She has 3 years experience in her specialty.Each time during lessons, Mrs.Leila follow objectives in developing students’ speech.Teacher has pedagogical skills and teaching methods which use during the lesson.

With a passion for the combination of technology, creativity and innovation, Ms. Aynur is an active participant in various technology and art projects both in and out of school. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Azerbaijan State Art Academy. Ms. Aynur has over 10-years’ experience in teaching Art. She participated in multiple international exhibitions all over the world. She was elected a member of Académie Européenne des Arts Grand-Duché Luxembourg.

Ms.Gular holds a Bachelor’s degree in Azerbaijan Language and Literature Teaching from Baku State University and Master’s Degree in World Literature from Baku State University. She has worked at Baku Modern School as a volunteer Azerbaijani Language teacher. She takes the classes in a funny and interesting way for each grade, encourages all of children to speak in Azerbaijani Language. Currently, she is a Azerbaijan Language teacher in Landau school – Narimanov 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.

Sangeetha Rao

Elnara Musayeva

Lala Shaxmaliyeva

Sabina Dadashova

Aynur Gulmammadova

Aynur Suleymanova

Naila Amirbayova

Dinara Ismaylova

Aysel Safarova

Gulshan Bakhishli

Shahla Alizade

Sura Nazarli

Aygun Muslimli

Chinara Alakbarova

Ayten Ismayilova

Safura Karimova

Arzu Huseynova

Aytaj Hamidli

Laman Bayramova

Zemfira Aslanova

Gulnisa Ismaylova

Firangiz Nabisoy

Famila Abdulova

Khadija Israfilova

Reyhan Jafarova

Gozal Samadova

Afsana Abdullayeva

Esmira Asadova

Farida Najafova

Sabina Ibragimli

Nigar Karimova

Leyla Aliyeva

Aynur Kasimova

Gular Ismayilova

Natavan Alai