All of our passionate and dedicated teachers meet the highest international standards with formal qualifications and extensive experience in teaching English to adults.

Our minimum requirements for teachers are:

  • education to degree level or equivalent qualification
  • a certificate level qualification in teaching English as a foreign language such as Cambridge University CELTA or Trinity College London CertTESOL
  • at least two years’ teaching experience
  • high proficiency in the use of the English language 

Mehdi Safavi

Teacher

I’m Mehdi a Cambridge certified English teacher.  I’ve been teaching since 2002. At the British Council, I teach IELTS preparation courses, corporate English courses, and general English both online and face-to-face. My motto in teaching is that English lessons must be fun because you can’t learn much unless the experience is pleasant. When I’m not teaching, I spend my time web designing and producing educational content for my websites…. and of course, playing with my little daughter.

Natia Khardziani

Senior Teacher Young Learners

I’m Natia and I've been teaching English since 2000. Holding an MA in English Philology, I possess qualifications including CELTA, TYLEC, and DELTA (1). Throughout my career, I've taught diverse age groups and proficiency levels. I strive to create a safe learning environment that fosters creativity, collaboration and respect. I love gardening and travelling . A guiding principle in my life is: 'If you can dream it, you can do it' (Walt Disney).

Nazi Iritspukhova

Teacher

I started teaching English in 2013. Since then, I have taught a wide range of age groups. I hold CELTA and TYLEC  certificates. In my lessons, I always strive to develop 21-century skills in my students. I enjoy creating a positive and friendly learning environment by engaging students in life-relevant interactive activities. For me, teaching is an opportunity for both teachers and students to share knowledge, interests, and ideas. I like working out, listening to music, and reading books.

Nino Alkhidze

Teacher

I’m Nino and I’ve been teaching English since 2018. I graduated from Tbilisi State University and got my MA degree in English Philology. I have done several training courses including CELTA. In 2016 I got a scholarship for studying Erasmus+ programme in Spain where I had a possibility to become a trainee at the faculty of Business and Economics and teach English to local students. In my free time I like hanging out with my friends, travelling, and learning new languages.

Nino Chkadua

Teacher

I’m Nino and I’ve been teaching English since 1999. I hold a university degree in Pedagogy. In addition, I have done several training courses, among them CELTA, DELTA and TYLEC.  I have been a Cambridge ESOL Speaking Examiner since 2015. I particularly enjoy teaching general English to adults regardless of their level of linguistic competence and needs. Besides teaching My core belief is that while teaching students should enjoy the learning process and see clear benefits and outcomes.

Nino Kantaria

Teacher

I'm Nino, thrilled to have been part of the British Council Georgia team since 2015. Teaching English has been my passion, and I've equipped myself with an MA in Teaching English Language, alongside CELTA and TYLEC certifications. Beyond work, I find joy in spending time with my family – my three children keep life lively and fulfilling. And you can often find me enjoying the company of our feline companions, as there's something special about the affection and devotion of a cat.

Nuka Ketiladze

Teacher

I’m Nuka and my journey with the British Council began in 2021 when I started working as a Customer Excellence Officer. I gained valuable experience and had the opportunity to participate in the Teacher Apprentice Programme. Since obtaining my CELTA in 2021, I have had the chance to connect with globally minded professionals from the British Council. My main aim in the classroom is to implement active learning using communicative and visual methods to achieve better results.

Paata Charashvili

Teacher

I’m Paata from Georgia. I have over 20 years of teaching experience in various countries, including China and Cambodia. I am a CELTA, TEFL and TESOL certified English teacher with a master's degree in arts, specialising in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). The most rewarding aspect of teaching, undoubtedly, is receiving positive feedback from my students. Outside of teaching, I enjoy traveling, playing the guitar, drums, composing, reading, and exploring nature.

Patric Fawcet

Teacher

I’m Patric. I'm half Malaysian and half Irish. I have been teaching English since 2000. I have the Diploma of Teaching English as a Foreign Language and a MA in Teaching English. I have taught in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Spain. My main aim in the classroom is to encourage interactive communication between the students and helping them to become more autonomous learners of English. In my free time I enjoy going to the cinema, drawing, writing short stories and poems.

Tamar Mekoshvili

Teacher

I’m Tamar. My teaching philosophy centres around creating a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where every student can thrive academically and personally. I hold an MA, CELTA, DELTA. By tailoring lessons to individual learning styles, my classes are engaging and interactive. Beyond the classroom, I am an avid reader of fiction and enjoy swimming. These experiences enrich my life and often find their way into my teaching, making learning more relatable and enjoyable for my students.