Alex Harchenko, President
Alexander Harchenko has over 18 years of experience in the LINC and ESL field in Canada and in the USA. He is a Member of TESL Ontario and TESOL USA. Alexander ‘s teaching career includes work for some of the leading Colleges and Universities in North America including Sheridan College in Canada and Tiffin University in the USA. In addition to his Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations, Alexander is a Certified Canadian Settlement Specialist. Mr. Harchenko brings over 10 years of Board operations experience.
Alexander Harchenko has over 18 years of experience in the LINC and ESL field in Canada and in the USA. He is a Member of TESL Ontario and TESOL USA. Alexander ‘s teaching career includes work for some of the leading Colleges and Universities in North America including Sheridan College in Canada and Tiffin University in the USA. In addition to his Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations, Alexander is a Certified Canadian Settlement Specialist. Mr. Harchenko brings over 10 years of Board operations experience.
Tasneem Ahmed, Treasurer
Tasneem Ahmed has extensive experience teaching EFL, ESL at Sheridan College and LINC at the Newcomer Center of Peel. She has a Masters degree in English Language and Literature from Pakistan and another in Language and Literacies Education from the University of Toronto. Currently serving TESL-PHE as Treasurer, she has previously served it as a member of the PD Committee and as Chair of the Communications Committee. Working in different capacities has honed multiple skills which enable her to help plan and organize successful PD events for the affiliate chapter. During her second graduate program at U of T, she developed an interest in heritage language maintenance projects in Canada. She has presented at the Multidisciplinary Approaches in Language Policy and Planning Conference.
Tasneem Ahmed has extensive experience teaching EFL, ESL at Sheridan College and LINC at the Newcomer Center of Peel. She has a Masters degree in English Language and Literature from Pakistan and another in Language and Literacies Education from the University of Toronto. Currently serving TESL-PHE as Treasurer, she has previously served it as a member of the PD Committee and as Chair of the Communications Committee. Working in different capacities has honed multiple skills which enable her to help plan and organize successful PD events for the affiliate chapter. During her second graduate program at U of T, she developed an interest in heritage language maintenance projects in Canada. She has presented at the Multidisciplinary Approaches in Language Policy and Planning Conference.
Valeria Shutova, Membership Secretary
Valeria teaches ESL for the Peel District School Board in ESL, English Literacy Development, as well as Careers and Canadian Civics. She has worked for various school boards as an ESL and LINC instructor. A tireless volunteer, Valeria has previously shared her time with the North York affiliate, the Newcomer Centre of Peel, the Breakfast Club, and a garden club. As Membership Secretary for the PHE affiliate, Valeria is responsible for keeping up-to-date records of our members and communicating with the executive.
Valeria teaches ESL for the Peel District School Board in ESL, English Literacy Development, as well as Careers and Canadian Civics. She has worked for various school boards as an ESL and LINC instructor. A tireless volunteer, Valeria has previously shared her time with the North York affiliate, the Newcomer Centre of Peel, the Breakfast Club, and a garden club. As Membership Secretary for the PHE affiliate, Valeria is responsible for keeping up-to-date records of our members and communicating with the executive.
Kulwinder Purba, Secretary
Kulwinder Purba has taught ESL to students ages 18+ from diverse social backgrounds. She also has experience teaching corporate students. Kulwinder has been volunteering in schools for over ten years. She has mentored students to improve their reading and writing skills. She raised funds for schools to purchase technology for classrooms that enhanced student learning experience. Kulwinder has a lifelong passion for teaching and mentoring students and she encourages her learners to continue to fulfill their full potential. Kulwinder’s second and third languages include fluency in Hindi, and Punjabi. Kulwinder Purba earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Honours) with an English Specialist from the University of Toronto. She has a certificate in accounting and TESL accreditation.
Kulwinder Purba has taught ESL to students ages 18+ from diverse social backgrounds. She also has experience teaching corporate students. Kulwinder has been volunteering in schools for over ten years. She has mentored students to improve their reading and writing skills. She raised funds for schools to purchase technology for classrooms that enhanced student learning experience. Kulwinder has a lifelong passion for teaching and mentoring students and she encourages her learners to continue to fulfill their full potential. Kulwinder’s second and third languages include fluency in Hindi, and Punjabi. Kulwinder Purba earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Honours) with an English Specialist from the University of Toronto. She has a certificate in accounting and TESL accreditation.
Charles Minken - Member at Large, Communications
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Sonya Trajkova - Member at Large, Communications
Skilled professional and ESL/LINC teacher with over 30 years experience. Dedicated to improving students’ progress each and every day, while always exceeding the curriculum. Passion for languages and always eager to implement new ways of teaching. Attended numerous workshops and symposiums in both North America and Europe, and co-authored the book “Sparklight” for Level 3 ESL Students. Graduated University with a BA in English Language and Literature. Currently holds the position of LINC Instructor for Muslim Community Services in Brampton, ON. |
Pooja Langar - Member at Large-Financial Committee