FILOSOFIA EDUCATIVA

He’s worked with kids and teens for over 10 years. Experienced ESOL Teacher with over twenty years of experience in various educational settings. Adept at fostering a creative learning environment and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.

Teaching course taken in London, degree in Psychology and Post graduation in Psychomotricity.

Experienced in working with students with special needs

Education and Work Experience:

• 2005−2010 — BA in History, Perm State University, Russia
• 2011−2014 — History & Social Science Teacher, Lyceum No. 10, Russia
• 2013−2015 — Lecturer, Higher School of Economics, Russia
• 2014−2015 — Head of Research Department, Archive of Perm Region, Russia
• 2015-Present — ESL Instructor & Curriculum Developer (China, Hungary, Portugal)
• 2016−2018 — MA in Comparative History, Central European University, Budapest
• 2017−2018; 2019−2023 — History & Social Science Teacher, New Gymnasium, Budapest

With more than ten years of international teaching experience, Ian brings creativity and curiosity into every classroom. He has taught students of all ages in Russia, China, Hungary, and Portugal, always adapting lessons to their interests and needs. His approach makes learning engaging and interactive, helping children understand complex ideas in simple and fun ways.

"For me, the most important thing is that children feel safe, confident, and curious. I want every child to enjoy learning and to discover the joy of asking questions and exploring new ideas."

Bea has spent nearly a decade working in Norway, supported by a general teacher Education degree with a specialization in English and Arts. She has taught across kindergarten, primary, and secondary school levels, and at St. Dominic’s in Cascais she taught literature, research skills, and English as a second language, while also serving as Head of the Primary School Library, supporting literacy and research development across the school.

A world traveler for almost half of her life, Bea has lived in England, the USA, Switzerland, Brazil, Singapore, and now Portugal. She holds a Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA), strengthening her ability to teach and communicate effectively in international, multicultural learning environments.

Professional Experience:

• 2024-Present — Clarity School, Lisbon, Portugal, Teacher of Russian and English
• 2021−2023 — State Educational Institution Gymnasium № 524, Saint Petersburg, Russia, Teacher of English
• 2019−2021 — Online School "Menar", Teacher of English (Remote)
• 2018−2021 — Freelance Private Teacher of Russian and English
• 2010−2018 — State Educational Institution Gymnasium № 524, Saint Petersburg, Russia, Teacher of Russian and Literature
• 2007−2009 — Saint Petersburg State University, Faculty of Philology, Research Assistant, "The Anthology of Eighteenth-century Russian Literature" Project

Masha Bulanskaia has been teaching English, Russian and Literature for 15 years, from public schools in Saint Petersburg, Russia to online classrooms and now in Lisbon. She has worked with students of all ages and levels — from children just beginning their studies to adults refining their skills — always focusing on making lessons personal, flexible, and creative.

"What I love most about teaching is connecting with children and seeing the world through their unique perspective. Every class is a chance to connect, share cultures, and make learning both enjoyable and meaningful".

He graduated in Pedagogy in Brazil and has been teaching children for over 12 years, mostly in international schools both in Brazil and Portugal.

Her proudest achievement is the connections she builds with my students! Seeing them feel confident, curious, and excited about learning is what makes her work meaningful every day.

She is musical! She loves singing and making up little songs, which she uses both with the children she teaches to make learning fun.

• Teacher assistant and student supervisor in "Liberated school"
• Journalist
• Russian-Language Department of Political
• Media Aliq, Armenia
• illustrator for publishing house Albus Corvus
• Organizer of the Charity Festival "Not her Fault"
• Dedicated Teacher with experience supporting students with mobility challenges, hearing
• impairments, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and other special needs.

Strong in communication, collaboration with educators, and providing individualized support. Committed to fostering inclusive, engaging, and supportive educational spaces.

He graduated in Sports Science and completed a Master’s degree in Physical Education in Lisbon. 
Pole Vault Coach at Sporting Clube de Portugal Lisboa. 2017 — Current. Athletics Coach — Level 2
Professional Athlete 2011 — 2025
Pole Vault Athlete (Athletics)

For the past six years, he’s had the chance to teach across many different levels, from kindergarten all the way to university. In addition to teaching, he also works as a personal trainer and Track and Field coach, which allows him to connect with people in another way and help them achieve their goals.
He was fortunate to become national champion in pole vault, and today he still enjoys staying active by playing tennis and padel. 

• Art teacher at Urban Arts at Monroe art school, Hoboken, NJ. 2018−2021
• Art and Design teacher at Clarity school, Lisbon, Portugal. 2023-Present
• Founder and a teacher at Curious Carrots Studio, Lisbon, Portugal. 2023−2025
• Photographer and stop-motion animation artist, 2013-Present
• Teaching assistant at International Center of Photography, New York, NY.
• 2013−2016
• Professor of Photography Techniques and Composition. Business College #11,
• Audio-visual technology department, Moscow, Russia. 2008−2012
• Teacher of Photography. The Academy of Photography, Moscow, Russia.

She is an artist, photographer, and stop-motion animation maker. She graduated from the Faculty of Arts and graphics at Moscow State Pedagogical University. She completed a professional photography course at the Academy of Photography in Moscow, as well as many individual courses at FotoDepartament in St. Petersburg and the International Center of Photography in New York.

She has worked as a teacher in different creative fields for more than 15 years. She taught photography, painting, collage, and animation. Since 2012 she lived in New York, where she studied in the Artist in the Marketplace program at the Bronx Museum of the Arts, took part in several art exhibitions, including museum shows, and taught at the International Center of Photography.

At the same time, since 2016, She has been teaching art to children at the Urban Arts school.

I am a psychologist, art therapist and gestalt therapist. 

Before moving to Portugal, I had lived in 7 other countries, and Portuguese is my 5th foreign language. 

My professional background also includes work in education with several international development organizations (including UNICEF and UNESCO).  One of my work projects was supporting disadvantaged children and schools in remote areas in Indonesia. 

I combine my background in education, therapy and psychology to support children in their self-discovery, emotional development and realization of their highest and unique potential.