Irina is a professional English teacher in Toronto, Canada, and has offered to assist KIZ students with any of their needs in this subject area.

Irina obtained her B.A.(Hons) in English at York University in Toronto, followed by an M.A. in

English at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, a further M.A. in Comparative Literature from Ottawa, and an Ontario Teaching Certificate (English Specialist) from the University of Toronto.

In addition to classroom teaching, Irina was Head of English in her Collegiate Institute, and for many years was actively involved with the University of Toronto’s Teacher Education Program, training future teachers of English.

Irina looks forward to meeting KIZ students and staff and encourages you to take advantage of the opportunity offered over the next three months.