About me
I’m Iryna Shelestova. I help you find effective ways to succeed in learning English.
I am a qualified English teacher with a CELTA certification and a Master’s degree in English Language. Passionate about learning new languages, I speak five: Ukrainian, Russian, English, German, and French. Languages provide me with the opportunity to connect with people and gain a deeper understanding of diverse cultures. I enjoy not only learning languages but also teaching them. My goal is to guide my students in exploring the world through English while helping them build the confidence they need to achieve their language goals.
I have a Master’s degree in Psychology, which gives me deep insight into how motivation works and how to sustain it. I also understand the importance of goal-setting as a key process for achieving success. I use this knowledge to help learners stay engaged, overcome challenges, and confidently reach their language goals.
In my free time, I love being active and connecting with nature—whether it’s hiking through the mountains, going for a run, or simply enjoying a quiet moment of meditation. Mindfulness is an important part of my life, helping me stay present, balanced, and inspired in everything I do.
My teaching career path
Developing students’ English language skills.
09/2025 – ongoing
English teacher at BORG Eisenerz
09/2023 – ongoing
English teacher at the Adult Education Center Leoben (Volkshochschule Leoben)
Conducting speaking courses for adult learners in A1/A2 and B1/B2 groups.
11/2016 – 03/2022
English teacher at Sigma Software, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Teaching English courses for adults (both individual and group), concentrating on the development of soft skills, presentation skills, and business communication. Conducting language proficiency assessments for employees.
09/2008 – 12/2012
English Teacher at Lyceum #62, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Teaching English to primary school children.
09/2002 – 06/2003
English teacher at the Interregional Academy of Personnel Management, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Teaching general English courses to students.
10/2001 – 08/2003
English teacher at "Way Language School," Kharkiv, Ukraine
Conducting general English courses for teenagers and adults.
10/1999 – 06/2001
English Teacher at Lyceum #62, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Teaching English to primary school children.