Our Primary Teachers
Maryam Vasanova Deputy Principal Youth Empowerment
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.
Fidan Jafarova Deputy Principal for Student Affairs SEN Coordinator
Education: BSc in Psychology (Honors) from University of Derby, UK/ International Postgraduate Certificate in Education (iPGCE) Achievement: PYP Category 1 & 3 /Specialized in Well-being, Student Leadership, and Inclusion / Certified in CIS Child Protection Foundation Workshop.
Parvin Rahimova PYP Coordinator | Homeroom Teacher
Education: BA in Philology from Azerbaijan University of Languages Achievement: TKT (Module1, Module 2, Module3), TKT YL, CELT-P qualification, Making the PYP happen (Category 1) and Leading the learning - PYP (Category 1) Experience: 14 years IB experience, worked at different private and international schools prior to EAS, EAS Grade1 Leader
Sabina Karimova Deputy Principal Academic | Homeroom Teacher
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.
Samira Mehdiyeva World Languages Coordinator Russian Language Teacher
Bachelor's and Master's degree API named after M.F. Akhundov. Guiding students towards excellence since 2012 at European Azerbaijan School.
Ilhama Abdullayeva Azerbaijani Language Coordinator
Education: Graduated from Azerbaijan Pedagogical University's Faculty of Methodology and Pedagogy of Primary Education. Experience: With 30 years of teaching, worked in various schools and projects, including Norwegian Refugee Council, UNICEF, and more. Member of the Expert Group on Textbook Evaluation. Currently a trainer-teacher at Azerbaijan Teacher Development Center. Achievements: Honored as a winner in the "100 Best Teachers" competition, recognized by the President of the country, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, in 2008.
Tooba Saleem Mathematics Coordinator
Education: MBA from Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan Work: Nurturing mathematical understanding at European Azerbaijan. Formerly, early years at Baku Oxford School.
Aysel Kishiyeva PD Coordinator | Homeroom Teacher
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.
Jala Aliyeva DEI Coordinator | Homeroom Teacher
Education: Master’s from Azerbaijan University of Languages Achievement: 150 Hours TEFL/TESOL certified teacher Work: Dedicated Teacher with 14 Years of expertise in nurturing young minds and fostering lifelong learning. Organizing workshops, training sessions for young teachers.
Royala Dovrushova Math Teacher
Education: Bachelor's from Baku Engineering University Achievement: TKT Module 3 and TKT CLIL Certificate Work: Building math minds since 2020. Inspiring a love for numbers.
Achini Liyanaarachchi Intensive English Language Teacher
A Cambridge CELTA certified teacher with a Master of Arts in TESL and a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in TESL (University of Kelaniya- Sri Lanka). Teaching experience: Türkiye and Sri Lanka. Research study completed: Factors affecting the oral competency of ESL learners in rural Sri Lanka schools.
Ceysu Kotooglu English Language Teacher
Educational Background: Master's Degree: University of South Australia Major: Master of Education (TESOL) Bachelor's Degree: Yasar University / Türkiye Major: English Language and Literature Department Work Experience: 3 years in China, 4 years in Türkiye, 2 years in Azerbaijan
Miguel Ponte English Language Teacher
Experience: Taught in UK, Denmark, Azerbaijan. Master's from Birmingham University. Work: Former homeroom teacher at British School Baku, now at EAS.
Halle Yon English Language Teacher
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education Pre-K to 3rd grade and a minor in ESL Teaching Work: Dedicated to fostering English growth in young, diverse learners.
Arzu Beybudova Azerbaijani Language Teacher
Biography: BA in Methodology and Pedagogics of Primary Education from Khazar University Achievements: Attended in multiple conferences and actively participated in different international training and workshops. Experience: 11 years of teaching experience, worked in university and private school prior to EAS
Gunash İltifatli Azerbaijani Language Teacher
Graduation: Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences - doctoral student. Experience: Teacher of Azerbaijani language and literature (Primary)
Sakina Latifzade Azerbaijani Language Teacher
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.
Aydan Talibova Russian Language Teacher
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.
Marina Bragina Russian Language Teacher
Bachelor's degree in Pedagogy ASPU. Certificate of Russian as a foreign language RFL Teacher. Montessori Teacher TESOL Professional awards development of innovative methods as well personal qualities and contribution to the development of children.
Turkan Mammadova German Language Teacher
Education: Bachelor’s from Baku State University/ Master’s from Azerbaijan Language University Achievement:Certificate B1-B2 from BDM Work: German Language teacher since 2019.
Govhar Najafova German Language Teacher
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
Ayshan Gahramanova French Language Teacher
Education: Bachelor’s AUL (Translation of French language) Master’s - AUL( French language philology) Achievement: DELF-DALF C1 certification Work: AUL – French teacher two years experience/ Private School - French teacher one year experience G5, G6, G7 grades Private School - three years experience – IB MPY French teacher
Kseniya Seyidbayli Italian Language Teacher
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.
Ulviyya Gurbanbayova Art Teacher
Education: Bachelor's in interior architecture & design, Azerbaijan Art Academy Achievement: IPS Bundestag Scholar, AutoCAD & Global Perspectives Teaching Certificate Work: Inspiring creativity and growth since 2009.
Habiba Babazade Learning Support Teacher
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.
Sahar Huseynova Physical Education Teacher
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
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 Ahmadova PYP Grade 1 Team Leader Homeroom Teacher
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.
Rana Tahirova PYP Grade 3 Team Leader Homeroom Teacher
Education: Azerbaijan State University of Languages (BA), pursuing Master's. Experience: 9 years at European Azerbaijan School, dedicated and passionate.
Mariana Arguelles Homeroom Teacher
Education: MA Advanced Teaching, UOP California; IPGCE, Univ. of East London Achievement: Speaker at IB Global 2023 & Curriculum Summit 2024 Work: Promoting innovative teaching practices internationally
Jamala Mammadova Homeroom Teacher
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, 4 years as Homeroom Teacher at European Azerbaijan School. Skills: Effective teamwork, communication, self-motivation, adaptability. Passionate educator.
Aytaj Abdullayeva Homeroom Teacher
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.
Aytaj Suleymanova Homeroom Teacher
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
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.
Gunel Mirzayeva Homeroom Teacher
Education: Bachelor's in Primary Education with EFL from Baku Engineering University. Certified for Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Experience: Over 6 years’ experience in private courses.
Sariyya Abdullayeva Homeroom Teacher
Education: Bachelor's from Baku Engineering University, Master's from Azerbaijan Pedagogical University Work: Dedicated to teaching since 2019 Achievement: Published 3 research papers on Primary School Teachers, Europe 101 Leadership Certificate.
Ulkar Mammadzade Homeroom Teacher
Education: BA in Philology (English Department), Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. Certificates: Primary Cambridge Programme Teaching Certificate (Landau Academy, 2021); TEFL/TESOL (World TESOL Academy, 2024). Experience: Teacher at Landau School (2021–2024); currently Homeroom Teacher at European Azerbaijan School.
Ulkar Ahmadova Homeroom Teacher
Education: Bachelor's degree in English Philology from AUL, Master's degree in Methodology of Teaching English. Achievement: ELT-program (Honours) completion at North Carolina State University in 2021.
Shams Asadova Homeroom Teacher
Education: Bachelor’s in English Teaching from Azerbaijan University of Languages; Master’s in Translation from Khazar University Achievement: Translator and educator dedicated to lifelong learning Work: English teacher and translator with over 5 years of experience, guiding students to master English with confidence and creativity
Sevinj Shahbazli Homeroom Teacher
Education: Bachelor’s from Khazar University. Achievement: Education Diploma and various international Certificates .IELTS. Work: 10 years ELC & PYP Homeroom teacher. Totally 10 years teaching experience.
Aynura Dashdamirova Homeroom Teacher
Bachelor's Degree: Khazar University Master's Degree: Western Caspian University Work Experience: Private School; Two years, developed skills in delivering engaging and effective language instruction. International Language School; General English teacher. Western University; Teaching experience. Dunya School; Teaching experience.
Aytaj Yolchiyeva Homeroom Teacher
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
Education: I hold BA & MA in English from Azerbaijan University of Languages Achievement: TESOL-certified Work: IB PYP experience and passion for student-centered learning.
Zivar Xalifaguliyeva Associate Teacher
Education: Bachelor's from Azerbaijan University of Languages Achievement: Pedagogical experience in school number 135 ARTI curriculum certificate Work: European Azerbaijani school-associate teacher Spreading knowledge as a personal English language tutor since 2021
Aytan Azizova Associate Teacher
Education: Bachelor’s from Azerbaijan University of Languages Achievements: 120 hour Professional TEFL Certificate Work: Inspiring English learning and student confidence since 2023
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