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Dorota Stefaniak

Dorota Stefaniak

Online English Teacher
Wrocław,02

Summary


Professional educator with strong expertise in teaching business English. Adept at curriculum development, language instruction, and fostering engaging learning environments. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving measurable results. Known for effective communication, cultural sensitivity, and enhancing student performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Online Business English Teacher

Skrivanek
01.2018 - Current
  • Delivering in-company Business English training for professionals across various industries.
  • Conducting academic English language classes at Leon Koźmiński Academy (university-level course).
  • Designing and developing course materials, including quizzes, case studies, and communicative tasks.
  • Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Key clients: Carrefour, McDonald's, Leroy Merlin, Emitel, EY, Dun & Bradstreet, Allergan, AbbVie, Rhenus Logistics, SEEN, and LEAD.

Online Business English Teacher

Prolang
09.2021 - 02.2024
  • Delivered both group and one-on-one online English courses for professionals at A2–C1 levels.
  • Conducted needs analyses to determine training goals, and design personalized learning plans for each client.
  • Created and administered progress tests, maintained detailed lesson records, and submitted regular student performance reports.
  • Managed all course-related administration, including digital logs, attendance tracking, and documentation.
  • Used internal tools such as Vocablight to record and assign vocabulary, and to develop custom quizzes and assessments.
  • Ensured alignment with client-specific expectations and company standards throughout the training process.

Key clients: 3M, Bank Millennium, IMC (pharmaceutical industry), CEDO, and a major HR services provider.


English Teacher

Nova
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Designed and delivered a tailor-made English course for a vocational group of 30 floristry students, ranging from A1 to B2 levels.
  • Developed the full curriculum, learning materials, and final exam based on the needs of a mixed-ability group.
  • Focused on industry-specific vocabulary, grammar foundations, as well as career-readiness skills.
  • Taught students how to write professional CVs, practice job interviews, and communicate effectively in a floristry work context.
  • Created engaging tasks, including role-plays, writing exercises, vocabulary drills, and listening practice.
  • Administered exams and assessed student progress throughout the academic year.

English Teacher

AP Edukacja
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Developed and taught a specialized English course for a small group of international fashion design students (levels A0–C1) in a post-secondary setting.
  • Created a full curriculum and materials tailored to the fashion industry, including professional vocabulary, CV writing, and job interview preparation.
  • Focused on client-facing communication: how to discuss design ideas, describe materials, and present collections in English.
  • Introduced authentic resources, including fashion brand websites, interviews with designers, and video content from the fashion world.
  • Led speaking, listening, and reading activities adapted to various language levels.
  • Designed and administered the final exam, aligned with the students' vocational training goals.

English Teacher

AB Polonia
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Taught individual and group English classes to foreign nationals living and working in Poland
  • Focused on general English, including everyday communication, functional language for living abroad, and cultural adaptation
  • Customized lessons to meet learners’ diverse needs and levels (A1–B2), using role-plays, real-life scenarios, and authentic materials
  • Helped students develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through interactive and practical tasks
  • Provided ongoing support and progress tracking for long-term learners

Education

Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics

Adam Mickiewicz University
Poznan, Poland
04.2001 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - English Translations

College of Foreign Languages
Częstochowa, Poland
04.2001 - 01.2009

Skills

Strong interpersonal & communication skills – able to build rapport quickly and maintain learner engagement

Accomplishments

  • CELTA, International House, Wrocław, 12/01/20
  • Pedagogical Course, Prototo, Wrocław, 01/01/12
  • Volunteer teaching Polish to foreigners, Mediateka, 01/01/18
  • Experience in a corporative business English environment, negotiations, presentations, running business meetings, video calls etc., 01/01/10 - 01/01/18

Interests

Neurolinguistics & Psycholinguistics in language learning

Confidence-building and mindset coaching in language education

Intercultural communication and soft skills training

Pragmatics and real-life language use in business contexts Creating digital learning materials for adult learners

Timeline

Online Business English Teacher

Prolang
09.2021 - 02.2024

Online Business English Teacher

Skrivanek
01.2018 - Current

English Teacher

Nova
01.2013 - 01.2014

English Teacher

AP Edukacja
01.2013 - 01.2014

English Teacher

AB Polonia
01.2012 - 01.2014

Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics

Adam Mickiewicz University
04.2001 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - English Translations

College of Foreign Languages
04.2001 - 01.2009
Dorota StefaniakOnline English Teacher