Primary Teachers

Our Teachers

DEPUTY PRINCIPALS & COORDINATORS​

Shabnam Aliyeva Deputy Principal Academic ELC

Shabnam Aliyeva

Education: Bachelor's in Philology, University of Foreign Languages. Master's in Language and Literature, Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. Achievement: TKT Certificates Modules 1, 2, 3; CELTA qualification. Experience: Enriching students' lives. Led "Euroweek Program" in Poland, Germany, Austria.

Gulnara Pashayeva Deputy Principal Academic PYP

Gulnara Pashayeva

Graduation: Bachelor’s degree in English Philology from AUL and a master’s degree in Methodology & Pedagogy of Primary Education. She also completed the ELT program (Honours)at North Carolina State University in 2020.

Tooba Saleem Mathematics Coordinator

Tooba Saleem

Education: MBA from Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan Work: Nurturing mathematical understanding at European Azerbaijan. Formerly, early years at Baku Oxford School.

Sabina Rzayeva English Language Coordinator

Sabina Rzayeva

Education: English language teacher from AUL, Master's in English-Azerbaijani translation. Achievement: Attained CELTA qualification from Cambridge Assessment English.

Sabina Karimova PD Coordinator | Homeroom Teacher

Sabina Karimova

Education: Bachelor's from Khazar University, Master's from Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. Experience: 10 years in international schools. Certified IB educator, Read Write Inc program. Attended international educational conferences.

Nazrin Alizada DEI Coordinator | PYP Grade 4 Leader
Homeroom Teacher

Nazrin Alizada

Graduation: Baku State University with Honor Diploma. ADA University - Master of Arts in Education Management (in English) in 2022. Also she has an IELTS certificate. She worked in several IB schools.

ENGLISH LANGAUGE TEACHERS​

Robert Burke English Language Teacher

Robert Burke

Education: Qualified as a PE Teacher in the UK Achievement: Enriching Education through Music Integration Work: Guiding and Inspiring Through International Education since 2010

Miguel Ponte English Language Teacher

Miguel Ponte

Experience: Taught in UK, Denmark, Azerbaijan. Master's from Birmingham University. Work: Former homeroom teacher at British School Baku, now at EAS.

AZERBAIJANI LANGUAGE TEACHERS​

Gunash İltifatli Azerbaijani Language Teacher

Gunash İltifatli

Graduation: Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences - doctoral student. Experience: Teacher of Azerbaijani language and literature (Primary)

Sakina Latifzade Azerbaijani Language Teacher

Sakina Latifzade

Education: Bachelor's in Primary Education, Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. Experience: 10 years at EAS, currently Azerbaijani language teacher. Achievements: Active presence in international conferences, multiple certificates earned during pedagogical journey.

Fidan Gayayeva Azerbaijani Language Teacher

Fidan Gayayeva

Education: Graduated with red diploma in Philology from Baku State University. Experience: State Exam Center marker since 2018. "Ders Evi" Azerbaijani teacher from 2019, later subject coordinator till 2023. EAS Azerbaijani teacher since February 2023.

MATHEMATICS TEACHERS​
WORLD LANGUAGES

Kseniya Seyidbayli Italian Language Teacher

Kseniya Seyidbayli

Education: Bachelor & master degree Baku branch of Moscow State University. Work: Construction & furniture in the company Santral, in a sports store and organized Events in Gilan.

Ayshan Gahramanova French Language Teacher

Ayshan Gahramanova

Experience: UK-trained PE teacher, 10 years in Bahamas, transitioned to primary education. Globally taught British curriculum in diverse countries.

Turkan Mammadova German Language Teacher

Turkan Mammadova

Bachelor degree-Baku State University Master degree-AUL Working-in the Court as German translator In Azerbaijan University of Languages as teacher In the state school as German teacher

Govhar Najafova German Language Teacher

Govhar Najafova

Education: Primary Education Studies Completion Experience: 15 years devoted to German, 6 years in Germany Work: Translator at Slavic University Achievements: OSD and Goethe Certifications in German proficiency

Narmin Babayeva Chinese Language Teacher

Narmin Babayeva

Education: Master's and bachelor's from Baku State University Achievement: Chinese language Work: Working since 2009. Worked in State Migration Servise, China Southern Airlines

Samira Mehdiyeva Russian Language Teacher

Samira Mehdiyeva

Bachelor's and Master's degree API named after M.F. Akhundov. Guiding students towards excellence since 2012 at European Azerbaijan School.

Aydan Talibova Russian Language Teacher

Aydan Talibova

Education: Bachelor's degree from Baku Slavic University, Class of 2012 Work: Nurturing young learners since 2012, starting at a kindergarten named after Zarifa Aliyeva and currently at the European Azerbaijan School.

MUSIC TEACHERS
ART TEACHERS
LIBRARIAN AND LEARNING SUPPORT TEACHERS

Mehriban Khaki Teacher Librarian

Mehriban Khaki

Education: Oriental Studies graduate from Baku State University. Experience: Translated in 2011. PYP Teacher Librarian at European Azerbaijan School since 2012.

Narmin İbrahimli Learning Support Teacher

Narmin İbrahimli

7 years enriching European Azerbaijan School. Guiding diverse grades, now a Learning Support teacher. Attended diverse workshops, holds PYP, TKT Modules 1,2 certifications. Proficient in addressing reading, writing challenges, Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHERS

Sahar Huseynova Physical Education Teacher

Sahar Huseynova

Education: Bachelor's & Master's - Azerbaijan State Academy of Physical Education and Sports. Achievement: International chess player Work: Educating and guiding students in physical fitness, sports, chess and overall well-being.

Eldar Khasayev Physical Education Teacher

         Eldar Khasayev

Graduation: Azerbaijan State Academy of Physical Education and Sports, specializing in the classification of a teacher of physical education, a coach. He is an honored coach of Azerbaijan and also coach of youth team of Azerbaijan in international checkers.

Nigar Gadizada Physical Education Teacher

Nigar Gadizada

Education: Bachelor's - Azerbaijan State Academy of Physical Education and Sports. Achievement: Volleyball player in the Azerbaijan women's national volleyball team. Work: Educating and guiding students in physical fitness, sports, and overall well-being.

GRADE LEADERS

Nazli Panjaliyeva PYP Grade 3 Leader & Homeroom Teacher

Nazli Panjaliyeva

Education: BA in Philology from Baku Slavic University. Experience: Freelance IELTS/Duolingo/Cambridge IGCSE/ESL instructor. Worked at Landau School as KS3 and Pre-A level English teacher, form tutor. Also taught General English at Leznik & Co. prior to EAS.

PRIMARY HOMEROOM TEACHERS

Nigar Ahmadova Homeroom Teacher

Nigar Ahmadova

Experience: 4 years as EAS Homeroom Teacher Education: Bachelor's in English Language Teaching from University of Languages Certifications: CELTA, IB Category 1, TKT Modules 1,2,3, NC State University Qualities: Highly motivated, patient, and experienced educator.

Jamala Mammadova Homeroom Teacher

Jamala Mammadova

Education: BA in English Language and Literature, Azerbaijan University of Languages. Master's in Linguistics, Odlar Yurdu University. Experience: 10 years as Primary Teacher at British School Baku, 2 years as Homeroom Teacher at European Azerbaijan School. Skills: Effective teamwork, communication, self-motivation, adaptability. Passionate educator.

Rana Tahirova Homeroom Teacher

Rana Tahirova

Education: Azerbaijan State University of Languages (BA), pursuing Master's. Experience: 9 years at European Azerbaijan School, dedicated and passionate.

Aytaj Abdullayeva Homeroom Teacher

Aytaj Abdullayeva

Education: Bachelor's from Azerbaijan University of Languages (Sabah groups, Faculty of Pedagogy, 2013-2017), Master's from Western University (American and British Literature, 2017-2019). Experience: Former associate teacher at Baku Modern School (2017-2019), currently a dedicated Homeroom teacher at European Azerbaijan School.

Sura Suleymanova Homeroom Teacher

Sura Suleymanova

Experienced for 5+ years, taught English at Kaspi Lyceum. Graduated from Azerbaijan University of Languages. Skilled in counseling. Currently a committed PYP Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher.

Aytaj Suleymanova Homeroom Teacher

Aytaj Suleymanova

Experience: In education since 2015, specializing in young learners and IELTS prep. Education: Bachelor's in English as a Foreign Language, CELTA certified. Passion: Working with children. Hobbies: Bike rides, British sitcoms.

Elmira Zeynalova Homeroom Teacher

Elmira Zeynalova

Education: Bachelor's in Primary Education with EFL from Baku Engineering University. Certified for Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Experience: Over 7 years mentoring students in local community and Russia. Teaching at EAS for 3 years.

Aysel Kishiyeva Homeroom Teacher

Aysel Kishiyeva

Graduation: Faculty of Education at AUL. Experience: CELT-A and CELT-P from the British Council. She started her teaching career in 2012, working as an English teacher at American Centre at AUL.

Sariyya Abdullayeva Homeroom Teacher

Sariyya Abdullayeva

Education: Master's from Azerbaijan State Pedagogy University Achievement:Language Arts Innovation Certificate Work: Shaping eloquent minds since 2010. Fostering a love for literature and language.

ELC HOMEROOM TEACHERS
PRIMARY ASSOCIATE TEACHERS

Mansura Karimli Associate Teacher

Mansura Karimli

Education: English Teaching graduate from Khazar University Experience: 3 years as English instructor at Dunya School Current: Member of European Azerbaijan School since September 2022 Interests: Reading and exploring new places

Habiba Babazade Associate Teacher

Habiba Babazade

Education: Bachelor's in English Language Teaching from University of Languages. Experience: PYP Associate teacher, former trainer at Azerbaijan Teacher Developing Center. 2 years as an English educator, dedicated to motivation and creative teaching, striving to impact learners' lives positively.

Aynur Makhmudzada Associate Teacher

Aynur Makhmudzada

Qualities: Creative, passionate, collaborative educator Education: Bachelor's in English Language Teaching from Khazar University Certifications: Cambridge TKT Modules 1 and 2

Aytaj Yolchiyeva Associate Teacher

Aytaj Yolchiyeva

Education: Graduated from Lyceum No. 49. Experience: Joined "21st Century Education and Innovation School" in 2013 as an English teacher for 3-4 years. Since 2022, part of EAS.

Zahra Guliyeva Associate Teacher

Zahra Guliyeva

Education: Bachelor and master's from Azerbaijan University of Languages Achievement: International 120 hours TESOL/TEFL certificate and other certificates. Work: Private courses since 2020.

ELC ASSOCITATE TEACHERS
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