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Adrijana Petrović – Daycare Homeroom Teacher ( Maternity Leave )

Ms. Adrijana Petrovic joined ILG School in 2012. She is a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) – American University in Kosovo (AUK). Moreover she completed her Masters Degree of Arts in Education (Innovation in Learning and Teaching) at the University of South Wales, UK. Adrijana is also trained to teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP).

She is passionate about working with the Early Years and believes in teaching communication, cooperation, confidence and lifelong learning skills in addition to an age-appropriate curriculum along with creating joyful school time memories. Adrijana enjoys her volunteer work with a variety of non-governmental organizations. In addition, she is a member of the KETNET (Kosovo English Teachers Network).After completing the ‘’Read Aloud Project’’ sponsored by the US Department of State and the Regional English Language Office (RELO), Adrijana was selected to continue training other teachers in Kosovo and the region about the importance of read aloud in the classroom and how to prepare full lessons from a single book. Inspired by the students, she illustrated/wrote two picture books for young children and runs an educational youtube channel where she shares different ideas and activities for ESL or EY students – Adrijana Petrovic – YouTube

Adrijana loves to learn languages and already speaks English, Albanian, Serbian, Macedonian, Italian, Turkish and Spanish.  In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, playing with her dogs, traveling, cooking or biking.

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Albina Ahmeti – Early Childhood Coordinator

Ms. Albina Ahmeti was raised in Prishtina. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Child Care and Welfare for students in the Early Years age range. Ms. Ahmeti is now trained to teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP). Ms. Ahmeti has been working with children since she was 18 years old.

She has worked as a teacher in medical high school and as a dental assistant for the last five years. Ms. Ahmeti also worked with the Play For All festival for children. Her career is focused on teaching and she believes that so often that the students you’re trying to inspire are the one that end up inspiring you. Ms. Ahmeti loves dogs and cooking.

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Albulena Beqiri Gjikolli – Grade 1B Homeroom Teacher

Mrs. Albulena Beqiri Gjikolli received her university degree in Computer Science from the University of Business and Technology – UBT. She holds a master’s degree in General Pedagogy in Education from the University of Pristina. Albulena joined ILG School in 2011 and feels as though ILG School is her second home.

Albulena started working with children at a young age and while observing their different behaviors decided to seek a career to help them become awesome human beings. She believes that children are a gift and possess diverse talents and capabilities. She considers it a privilege to help facilitate their learning and academic growth. Albulena believes each student learns in their own way and style. She strives to provide a safe and nurturing environment where each student can have the opportunity to experience success and progress. She believes it is her goal to help encourage students to look beyond the four walls of the classroom and view the world around them as a place of learning and discovery. By doing this, she hopes to instill in them a desire to become lifelong learners.

In her family, she is known as a “great chef” because she spends a good amount of time cooking and exploring new recipes, especially for her little son. Albulena loves playing sudoku with her grandfather as it always turns into a fun competition.

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Albulena Berisha – Daycare Homeroom Teacher

Ms. Albulena Berisha joined ILG school in 2012, initially working as a substitute teacher then becoming a teaching assistant in 2016. Ms. Berisha is now trained in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Ms. Berisha is a graduate of customs and freight forwarding at Pjeter Budi college and currently is studying Child Care and Welfare at AAB University. She has always been passionate about working with children and loves being part of their educational development. She has a thorough knowledge of the English language as she finished her middle school years in the USA.

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Albulena Stublla – PYP French & Languages Coordinator

Ms. Albulena Stublla earned a Bachelor’s degree in French Language and Literature at the University of Prishtina and has completed a year of a Master’s degree in French as a Second and Foreign Language at Aix en Provence. Albulena is now trained to teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP).

She has been a member of ILG since 2012. Albulena is also a French language instructor at the Alliance Francaise in Prishtina. She is an expert in crepe making, enjoys creating crafts, and adores science fiction movies, especially Star Wars. Que la force soit avec toi!

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Argjenta Maliqi – PYP Albanian Language and Literature

Ms. Argjenta Maliqi has a Bachelor’s degree in Albanian Literature and a Master’s of Education for Teaching and Curriculum from the University of Prishtina.

Ms. Maliqi was a teacher for few years at a local daycare before joining ILG School in 2012 as a preschool assistant teacher. She has been teaching Albanian Language at ILG for a few years now.

Ms. Maliqi believes that the teaching is fun and she strives to provide the best education and care.

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Arjeta Bllaca Reqica – Grade 2R Homeroom Teacher

Ms. Arjeta Bllaca-Reqica has a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language with a GPA 9.89. She is about to complete her Master’s Degree in this area with only three more exams to finally finish it. She has successfully completed the TOEFL test, from which she reached a high score.

Ms. Bllaca-Reqica completed an internship in a primary school, with students who attended English language classes. She learned about the pedagogy of teaching and evaluating.

Following this, she worked as an English teacher in Kindergarten from 2016-2020. She also worked with primary school students. Ms. Bllaca-Reqica has attended various trainings regarding soft skills.

From each training, she has learned something new that she could use in teaching. Teamwork, problem solving, and time management are just some of the skills that she has challenged herself with while attending those trainings. Married with two children, Ms. Bllaca-Reqica likes writing essays and reading novels. She loves syntax, dancing and watching movies.

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Trendolina Uka – Administration Coordinator ( Maternity Leave )

Ms. Trendolina Uka Zeneli joined ILG School in October 2019, with over eight years of working experience. She has excelled in a wide array of functions – from working mostly with International companies such as: Dyncorp International LLC, Isko Investments LLC, TEB Bank, Bucaj Corporation LLC, etc.

Ms. Uka holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and a Desktop Support Technician Title from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). She is thrilled to be a part of the ILG School team and gives her best everyday to provide a safe, positive, and creative environment where our students can thrive and find inspiration to reach their dreams.

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Delvina Blakçori – Early Years Teacher ( Maternity Leave )

Ms. Delvina Blakçori is a pre-school education graduate from University of Prishtina – Faculty of Education. She was educated in private schools in Kosovo during her middle and high school years. She is currently completing her Master’s Degree in the field of Inclusive Education from the University of Prishtina.

Ms. Blakçori is now trained to teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP). She is a teacher who loves her job and does things passionately by keeping in mind the children’s needs, interests, and desires.

Her goal is to have happy children in the classroom, who feel comfortable and confident to develop learning skills naturally. Ms. Blakçori serves on the ILG School Board as the Staff Representative.

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Diellza Jakupi – MYP and DP Mathematics, DP Business Management

Ms. Diellza Jakupi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Mathematics Department from the University of Mathematics and Science in Prishtina, currently, she is working on her Master Degree at UoPeople based in California. She is certified for JAVA Fundamentals and JAVA Advance, following this certification at the beginning of her career she was part of the IT Department at the Public Ministry as an intern.

Ms. Jakupi has been certified as an International Teacher of English ESOL from Chichester College and certified as TESOL/TEFL from the World TESOL Academy. She was part of different Educational Conferences such as CEESAs summits. Since her third year of university, she has taught Math for Primary and Middle School Students at Private centers and at the same time, she served as a Volunteer Math Teacher for other Institutions. Most recently she worked as a Math Teacher at QSI.

Ms.Jakupi is certified for Accounting and Finances and for two years she worked as a Payroll Accountant and Project Accountant for UA Builders and We Work Construction based in New York. Innovation Center of Kosovo ICK was part of her career as well where she worked in Finance Department.

For nearly four years Ms.Jakupi has run her own Math School. Currently, she has 32 Students from different Schools in Prishtina and different countries around the world while teaching them virtually.

Ms. Jakupi is also trained in Developing Mathematical Reasoning and implementing the MYP Curriculum from the International Baccalaureate. She has been part of the different Mathematics workshops both in-person and online. She is part of a Yoga group and loves playing Chess!