At the British Council, you are not learning English on your own. All our courses are taught by highly qualified, experienced teachers who are best placed to give constructive, individualised feedback and monitor your progress through regular in-class evaluated tasks. Meet some of our myClass teachers:

Alla Koriavets

Alla Koriavets

Core Teacher

Hi, I’m Alla. Since I have always considered teaching to be my cup of tea, I became one, although this achievement did not prevent me from finishing my professional development. Thus, I completed CELTA course as well as got a Cambridge Proficiency in English Certificate (CPE). I’ve taught adults as well as children, in addition, I have become keen on teaching online. Learning a language might be not a piece of cake, although the key to success is to set and achieve small goals regularly.

 

Alyona Glushkova

Alyona Glushkova

Higher teacher

I wanted to be a teacher since my childhood. Though to be honest, the most challenging subject at school for me was English. Therefore, when I became a teacher of English, I knew exactly how NOT to teach. Being a teacher is not something that you get with your diploma. To teach others you need to always educate yourself. I got CELTA, TYLEC, DELTA certificates that gave me knowledge and made me feel confident and professional. I love what I am doing and happy to be a part of this amazing team.  

David Loeffen

Higher teacher

Hello! I’m David, from Ontario, Canada. I graduated with my TESOL Diploma from GlobalTESOL College in Toronto in 2011. I hold specializations in Tutoring English, TOEFL Preparation, Adult Education, Business English, and Tourism English, and an Advanced Instructor Diploma. I am also a student of another language, currently studying Ukrainian. I enjoy photography, studying politics and participating in various outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking.

Diana Frolova

Teacher

Certified CELTA teacher and tutor, with 9+ years of experience. Currently working at a private university Kyiv School of Economy, had experience developing educational programs for Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (ВШО, Ukrainian Online School), as well as an English coursebook for the 5th grade of public schools. Currently studying English Language and Literature at the Open University located at Milton Keynes, England.

Fredrik Henriksson

Fredrik Henriksson

Core Teacher

Hi, I’m Fred. I’m from Sweden, and I’ve been teaching since 2004! I started teaching in China after getting my degree in history and came to Ukraine in 2010. I have a CELTA and a YL extension from International House. I enjoy teaching in general, especially productive skills (writing and speaking). I find online teaching (blended learning and flipped classrooms) fascinating and enjoy trying to incorporate the latest techniques into my teaching, having taken several courses on the topic. 

Galyna Usova

Galyna Usova

Core Teacher

I never planned to be a teacher, but it was probably written in the stars, and here I am, teaching English and loving it! There are two major reasons why I like my job: Firstly, it provides great scope for creativity and is rewarding in many ways. Secondly, it gives me a strong incentive to learn and improve, which made me get my CELTA (1996), IHBET (2008), IHCTYL (2010), and CAM (Advanced Methodology, 2011), and which has inspired me to learn on a daily basis ever since.

Kate Powell

Kate Powell

Higher teacher

Hi! I’m Kate. My decision to become a teacher came from childhood, the first degree I acquired was in music. Not long before my graduation I felt the need to make a change and steered into English. I got a BA and MA in English which allowed me to travel/teach in many countries. While in Malaysia I earned Pass A in CELTA and secured a position at BC Malaysia. However, I felt it was time to go home where I completed TYLEC,IHCVYL,DELTA. I teach students of different level, ages and purposes. 

Kate Stenzia

Kate Stenzia

Core Teacher

Hi, I’m Kate. I started teaching English even before I graduated from my University. In 2000, I participated in the two-month Canada-Ukraine Parliamentary Internship Program, the experience that broadened my horizons. In 2018, I completed CELTA and joined BC, in 2019-2020 I completed TYLEC, in 2020 I passed my CPE. I sincerely admire all people, from young learners to adults, who learn foreign languages, and do my best to assist those who are in their big adventure of studying English.

Lena Nesterenko

Lena Nesterenko

Core Teacher

I’m Lena, and I’m from Dnipro. After graduating from the Dnipropetrovsk National University with two majors in psychology and TEFL in 1994, I started teaching English. I’ve been teaching students of all age groups and levels since then. Like most teachers, I am passionate about lifelong learning. My qualifications include an IH Cert.in TEFL, an IH Certificate in Business English, an IHCYLT, an IH Certificate in Advanced Methodology. I’m keen on making my lessons as communicative as possible.

 

Marigold Gordon

Marigold Gordon-Gray

Core Teacher

Hi, I’m Goldie. I’m from England. After a career in publishing, I realised I wanted a job that would facilitate a life abroad once my kids had flown the nest, so I did CELTA in 2008 and gained a teaching Diploma two years later. My first teaching job was in England, where I helped immigrants prepare for the UK job market. After that came Bulgaria and now Ukraine. I’ve taught all ages and levels, but particularly enjoy teaching corporate and exam prep classes. I love travel and wine.