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Our team represents a fusion of creativity and experience that consistently yields the best results. Our strength lies in our diversity, yet we are bound together by shared values and goals.
Each of us is a master of our craft, and we are committed to continually improving our professional skills and fostering personal growth.
Honesty serves as the cornerstone upon which we build our relationships, guided by openness and mutual trust.
We firmly believe in the power of teamwork. Together, we accomplish more than we could individually, learning faster and growing together.
This is our driving force. We continuously refine our methods and approaches to ensure you receive the most modern and effective education.
The driving force behind X-pand, Maryna is energetic, optimistic, and always ready for personal growth. Her core values include
development, health, and family. With a deep admiration for Eastern culture, she worked and lived in China for nine years. Marina sees language learning as an expansion of consciousness and possibilities, aligning with the X-pand motto.
Education:
• 2006 – 2010: Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Philology
Specialization: Chinese and English Languages (Bachelor’s)
• 2011 – 2014: Lanzhou University
Specialization: International Relations (Master’s)
• 2021: Psycholinguistics, Saint Petersburg State University
Teaching Experience:
• 2011 – 2018: English Language Teacher (part-time)
• Language schools in China:长颈鹿美语, 博阅学英语, 爱思索青少儿英语
• 2019 – Present: Teacher of English and Chinese, private practice
Non-Teaching Experience:
• 2013 – 2014: Business Development Manager, Hankwangauto Electronics Ltd (China)
• 2015 – 2018: Game Localization and Marketing, Leyi Networks Limited (China)
• 2018 – 2019: Country Manager, Huawei Mobile Services
Meet Oleksandra, our manager. An active and inquisitive personality, she has studied both Chinese and English languages. She
enjoys boxing, reading books, and proudly participates in a dog lovers’ club. Due to her nature, she believes there are no questions that cannot be resolved.
Work Experience:
• 2013 – 2014: Sales Manager, LLC “OTK PLUS,” Kyiv.
• 2014 – 2018: Assistant Manager, LLC “OTK PLUS,” Kyiv.
• 2018 – 2021: Development Manager, LLC “NVP EKOMAX,” Kyiv.
Meet our most experienced teacher, Oksana. With over 20 years of teaching experience and a CELTA certificate, she
initially started her career as a translator. Thanks to her deep knowledge of the English language, she found true love and now lives abroad. Oksana possesses a special skill—her classes create an atmosphere where students easily engage in communication, forgetting about language barriers.
Work Experience:
• 2019 – Present: Tutor of general and business English at Kern Training, Frankfurt, Germany.
• 2017 – 2021: Tutor at Skyeng, Online School of English.
• 2002 – 2017: Freelance English tutor, owner, and manager of an English language school in Lysychansk, Ukraine.
Translator and Interpreter:
• 2001 – 2003: Public Joint-Stock Company Kyivmedpreparat, Kyiv, Ukraine.
• 1993 – 1996: Lysychansk Oil Refinery, Lysychansk, Ukraine.
Meet our youngest and most ambitious teacher. A woman brimming with countless ideas, she’s currently studying Korean,
reading Harry Potter in its original language, and has a wonderful rapport with children. She finds immense joy in interacting with new students. Always on the go, Maria is dedicated to advancing her skills in the English language by acquiring new knowledge and certifications.
Education:
• 2018 – 2022: Silesian University in Poland, English Philology Department.
• 2022 – 2023: Taras Shevchenko University, Faculty of English Literary Translation, Master’s Degree
Work Experience:
English Language Teacher:
• 2020 – 2021: Just School, Online English School.
• 2021 – 2023: Teaching English to children and teenagers at Helen Doron School.
• 2022 – 2023: Teaching Business and Medical English at Spanglish Academy, an online school.
The most beloved teacher among our students, Vadim is charismatic and engaging, with over 10 years of experience living in
America. He possesses a plethora of amusing stories related to English words and grammar. This teacher is the most passionate Beatles fan, and it’s their music that inspired him to learn the language. With significant teaching experience in the United States for various age groups and nationalities, he excels at teaching English to professionals or preparing the next Hollywood pronunciation star.
Education:
• 2009 – 2012: Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah.
• 2013 – 2017: Master’s degree, English Language Center, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah.
In 2012, he successfully passed the exam and obtained an international TESOL certificate.
Work Experience:
• 2017 – 2018: English Language Instructor for international students, Utah Valley University, Orem, Utah.
• 2017 – 2018: English Language Instructor for international students, LDS Business College, Salt Lake City, Utah.
• 2014 – 2017: English Language Instructor for international students, English Language Center, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah.
Inna is an authentic and passionate teacher who holds an immense love for animals, particularly her two cats. With a diverse
background that involves collaborating with major companies in Ukraine and internships in the USA, Canada, England, and Ireland, she brings a wealth of experience. Inna has taught at universities and for corporate clients, aiming to show students that learning English is not a tedious process but an exhilarating journey that enhances their mental and intellectual abilities.
Education:
• 2003 – 2008: Taras Shevchenko University, Department of Applied Linguistics
Master’s degree in English Language Teaching.
Master’s degree in English and Japanese Translation.
Work Experience:
English and Business English Teacher:
• 2008 – 2014: Taras Shevchenko National University, Department of Teaching and Translation, Postgraduate Education Institute.
• 2011 – 2012: Luhansk Branch of Kyiv Enterprise “Business and Technologies.”
• 2013 – 2017: GreenForest, Kyiv. Corporate English for companies: Coca-Cola, Boeing, Pharma Start, Henkel, Do&Co, Life, CityBank, Phillip Morris, Lanteria.
• 2017 – 2019: State Preschool Educational Institution Zoloche. Zoloche School Camp, Kyiv.
• 2019 – 2021: Teaching English (general and business) to employees of Coca-Cola.
