Aiganym Zhanatkyzy
Strasbourg
Summary
Dual-Degree Master’s Student in Political Science and Plurilinguisme et Interculturalité with fluency in Kazakh, Russian, French, and English. Organized and led a quadrilingual summer camp for over 150 students, enhancing cross-cultural dialogue through collaborative activities. Coordinated high-profile diplomatic visits, managing bilingual scripts to prevent cultural misunderstandings. Developed and taught interactive French lessons for beginners, integrating language learning with cultural exchange.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
School-gymnasium №17
Astana
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed a dynamic English curriculum blending language mastery with global citizenship themes, such as climate change debates, UN Sustainable Development Goals, and intercultural negotiation simulations.
- Directed a 4-week Multilingual Youth Camp for 150+ participants, integrating English/French immersion with workshops on conflict resolution, digital literacy, and cultural diplomacy.
- Authored and edited bilingual scripts (English/French) for student presentations during Guillaume Gomez’s visit, ensuring seamless transitions between languages and cultural contexts.
- Trained 8+ colleagues on integrating digital tools (Flipgrid, Padlet) into hybrid classrooms, increasing student participation by 50%.
- Mentored a student to the FLEX program semifinals, achieving recognition for excellence in English and cross-cultural adaptability.
- Guided a student to secure a 50% scholarship at the Canadian-affiliated school in Astana through tailored language and interview coaching.
French Teacher
School-Gymnasium №17
Astana
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Designed and implemented a CEFR-aligned curriculum blending language acquisition with Francophone cultural studies, including modules on diplomatic etiquette and comparative traditions.
- Prepared 15 students for DELF A1/A2 exams, achieving a 40% success rate (6 students) through tailored coaching, despite the group’s initial beginner-level proficiency.
- Coordinated the visit of Arnaud Ngatcha, Deputy Mayor of Paris, to the school:
Trained students in bilingual protocol (French/Kazakh) for Q&A sessions, ensuring culturally appropriate interactions. - Created a cultural briefing guide to prevent misunderstandings (e.g., taboos in gift-giving, speech formatting).
- Managed real-time translation and logistics during the event, fostering seamless communication between delegations.
- Introduced tech-enhanced learning via language apps (Quizlet, ChatGPT for conversational AI).
Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager
Jojo LLP
Astana
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving 30+ inquiries weekly via phone, email, and in-person interactions, maintaining a 85% satisfaction rate.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, product, and IT teams to launch 2 seasonal marketing campaigns (back-to-school, holiday promo), boosting social media engagement by 35% and in-store traffic by 15%.
- Assisted in content creation for Instagram and email newsletters, increasing follower growth by 200+ during the campaign period.
Education
Master of Arts - Plurilinguisme Et Interculturalité
University of Strasbourg
Strasbourg, France01-2025
Master of Arts - Political Science
The L.N.Gumilyev Eurasian National University
Astana, Kazakhstan01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages Education
The L.N.Gumilyev Eurasian National University
Astana 06-2023
High School Diploma -
School-Gymnasium №17
Astana 01-2019
Skills
Intercultural Communication
- Multilingual content creation (TikTok, podcasts)
- Cross-cultural discussion moderation
- Content localization & adaptation
- Cultural conflict mediation
Digital Skills
- Canva (infographics, social media visuals)
- CapCut/mobile video editing
- Google Suite
- Google Forms (surveys, data collection)
- Excel (basic data analysis, budgeting)
- Microsoft Office Suite
Project Management
- Gantt/Pert charts
- SMART goal setting
- Volunteer coordination
- Risk assessment
Languages
- Kazakh
- Russian
- English
- French
Certification
- Duolingo English Test (DET): Achieved a score of 135, demonstrating advanced English proficiency (equivalent to C1/C2 CEFR levels).
- CAVILAM Alliance Française Certification (2021, Vichy): Specialized training in French language pedagogy and intercultural communication
- DELF B2
- DELF B1
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
School-gymnasium №17
09.2023 - 08.2024
Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager
Jojo LLP
06.2021 - 09.2021
French Teacher
School-Gymnasium №17
02.2021 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Plurilinguisme Et Interculturalité
University of Strasbourg
Master of Arts - Political Science
The L.N.Gumilyev Eurasian National University
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages Education
The L.N.Gumilyev Eurasian National University
High School Diploma -
School-Gymnasium №17
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