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Isabel Bautzmann was born and raised in Germany. She just graduated from NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences in Meppel, the Netherlands with her Bachelor of Education. In her study course International Teacher Education for Primary Schools (ITEps) she minored in Inclusive and Early Childhood Education.

Through studying internationally, she had the chance to experience different international schools, curricula and multilingual settings in the Netherlands, Germany, and Kosovo. Ms Bautzmann is familiar with ILG’s philosophies, values and routines as she successfully completed one of her teaching practices at ILG in the spring of 2022.

Ms Bautzmann is beyond excited to rejoin the ILG community and teach her home language German.

Latif Hasi is an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher with a passion for science and mathematics. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physics and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree, further expanding his knowledge and expertise.

Mr. Hasi’s dedication to his field is exemplified by his role as a corresponding author in two published scientific papers: “Seismic Hazard Analysis by Neo-Deterministic Seismic Hazard Analysis Approach (NDSHA) for Kosovo” and “Determination of the Velocity of Seismic Waves for the Location of Seismic Station of Zatriq, Kosovo.”

Mr. Hasi possesses a profound interest in mathematics and recognizes its significance in enriching the study of physics. He firmly believes that effective teaching goes beyond the mere transfer of information. Instead, it should focus on sparking students’ imaginations and nurturing their innate desire to learn.

Mr. Hasi strives to create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive and develop a lifelong passion for learning. He joined ILG in 2021 and is excited to return to continue teaching MYP and DP Physics and DP Mathematics in the secondary school.

Ms. Laura Delgado was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She started her musical journey at the “Centro de Education Musical Moderna “ (CEMM) where she completed all of her Piano and Music Theory Certifications of the ABRSM, from Grades 1 through 6. Then, Moved to Princeton, New Jersey to pursue her Bachelor’s in Music Education with a concentration in Voice at Westminster Choir College. Laura has worked as a teacher for a variety of grades, from Nursery all the way to grade 12. As a Musician, Laura plays several instruments such as Piano, Ukulele, Cello, and is a Vocal Pedagogue. She has sung various Masterpieces like the Mozart Requiem, Bach’s B minor Mass, and Handel’s Messiah with the Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic under the direction of Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
Holding a love for international teaching, Laura always lived by the
intercultural exchange of experiences and knowledge. Loving how much one can learn from a student and a place as a teacher and a person.

Ms. Liz Emmert graduated from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, with her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education with endorsements in both reading and teaching English as second language. She is originally from a Topeka, Kansas.

Ms. Emmert became a familiar face to ILG this spring while she completed her student teaching experience through her University. Teaching internationally has been Ms. Emmert’s goal for quite some time now and she is so excited to begin her teaching journey here at ILG.

Ms. Melissa Ferraris is a newly qualified teacher from South Africa with a Bachelor’s Degree in Intermediate and Senior Phase teaching. She has previous experience as a camp leader, a student teacher, a tutor, a reader/scribe and a teacher.

She completed a 4 year internship at a primary school in South Africa during her studies and completed Apple Teacher training, as well as TEFL. She is extremely excited to meet her students and be involved in the ILG School community.

Ms. Ferraris loves to meet new people. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends, going on mini adventures, trying new food, dancing and doing her own gel manicures.

Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature from AAB College. Through her studies in college, she had the opportunity to be an intern in her primary school, then she saw how amazing was to work with children!  During her studies, she decided to promote a local NGO for empowering women, which was held in her home and had its focused to promote Women’s Rights, while she helped them to learn basic reading and writing in English. Njomza worked also as a translator, Project Associate Project Assistant for different NGOs based in Kosovo. She was an ESL teacher for children and adults in Prishtina.  She holds a certificate in Advancing Learning Webinar from Global Teachers Festival 2022. During summer/winter vacations Njomza helps international students with their homework. She speaks English and German.

She loves visiting new places and also hiking because that helps her to breathe during the weekend, to start her week fresh and relaxed! 

Njomza is currently working with Kamp Kosovo and from September she is super thrilled that has to contribute her experiences as Teaching Assistant at ILG.

 She believes that teaching is the one profession that creates all other professions.

Oana Moraru is a dedicated and passionate French instructor with a talent for making language learning enjoyable and engaging. Her enthusiasm for teaching French as a second language led her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in French Language and Literature and a Masters’ degree in Education, with a specialization in French as a Second or Foreign Language.

With several years of experience in language instruction, Ms. Oana  has honed her teaching skills to cater to students of diverse backgrounds and proficiency levels. She believes in creating a supportive and interactive classroom environment where students feel empowered to take risks and communicate in French with confidence. Her patient and encouraging approach enables students to overcome language barriers and develop strong linguistic foundations. She has taught in France, the United Arab Emirates and China.

Beyond her role as an instructor, Ms. Oana is an advocate for cultural exchange and intercultural understanding. She organizes various cultural events and activities, such as film screenings and conversation clubs, to expose her students to the rich tapestry of French language and culture.

Ms. Oana’s infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her students’ success make her a beloved instructor among her students. Through her creative teaching methods and genuine passion for the French language, Ms. Oana inspires learners to not only develop proficiency in French but also to embrace the beauty and diversity of the Francophone world.

Ms. Gresa Kurti has over thirteen years of work experience as a communication and language specialist and art practitioner.  She graduated from the University of Pristina in 2012 with a BSc. degree in German Language and Literature, and currently finishing a

Master of Arts Degree in Ceramics Sculpture and Teaching at the University of Arts in Tirana, Albania.

Ms. Kurti  started working with the German language as an interpreter for a select few private companies in Kosovo. Between 2019-2021 she worked for a well-known private language school in Prishtina as a German Language Teacher. She also worked a freelance German communication and teaching specialist for high level individuals. She joined ILG School in January 2024.

In addition to her affinity for language and communication she has a deep-rooted artistic calling. In 2017, she founded her ceramics studio “Vjaskë” and in 2019 in Pristina, she debuted with her first exhibition titled “Eshkë Dashnie – Glimmer of Love” chosen in honor of the inauguration of Europe House supported by the Office of the European Union in Kosovo. 

Her passion for teaching led her to start individual and personalized pottery courses, and her drive for creating led Ms. Kurti to publish her first book titled “With hands in clay, ceramics for beginners”.

Ms. Ferkije Pervetica holds a Master’s degree in Psychology: Learning Sciences from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. Due to her distinguished achievements during her studies, Ms. Pervetica received multiple scholarships from the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation in Kosovo, the University of Prishtina, and the Deutschlandstipendium in Germany.

Ms. Pervetica has previous experience as a teaching assistant at Ludwig Maximilian University in Germany and as an intern at the National Association of Autism in Kosovo. She strongly believes in the power of hands-on activities, group discussions, and curiosity driven classes, which help students learn how to learn.

Ms. Pervetica speaks Albanian, English, Turkish, and a little German. She enjoys exploring nature, reading, and taking care of cats.