OurTeam

Our team includes experienced professionals from various fields like instructional design, curriculum development, assessment, and LMS management. Committed to academic excellence and innovative strategies, we create tailored programs that surpass global standards.

Leadership &Administration

Dr. Mostafa Nazari, Ph.D.

Director & TESOL Faculty

Mostafa is a Director and TESOL faculty with extensive experience in curriculum development and instructional design. He has studied at Simon Fraser University and holds several certificates in instructional design, curriculum development, and teacher training. Additionally, he holds TESL Canada Standard 3 certification.

Golsa Saadi

Golsa Saadi, MBA, B.Ed.

Marketing Manager

Golsa Saadi combines her educational expertise from UBC with a strong commitment to transformative education. With teaching experience at Yorkville University and LaSalle College, Golsa brings a wealth of knowledge in education and business communication.  As our Marketing Manager, Golsa leverages her educational insights to effectively promote and enhance our educational programs, ensuring they reach and impact a broader audience.

Alireza Botlani

Alireza Botlani, M.S.

IT Manager

Alireza plays a crucial role in keeping our technology running smoothly while also lending his creativity to our marketing materials. With expertise as an LMS Administrator and Graphic Designer, he wears many hats and excels in various aspects of technology management. He goes beyond technical support by designing learning websites and offering training sessions to colleges and companies on how to effectively utilize LMS systems.

Fernanda Mello

Administration Coordinator

Fernanda is our dedicated Office Administrator and TESOL Coordinator, responsible for managing office operations, overseeing TESOL administration, and supporting students with administrative tasks. She collaborates closely with curriculum developers, colleges, and companies to ensure smooth and effective program coordination.

Dr. Mona Hoorvash

Strategy Development Advisor

Dr. Mona Hoorvash is an experienced educator with a PhD in English Language Literature, TESL Canada qualifications, and a strong background in teaching, curriculum design, and strategic planning. In her role as a Strategy Development Advisor, she draws on her past academic leadership and service roles to drive impactful educational initiatives.

Dr. Delsa Ghandhari

Strategy Development Coordinator

Dr. Ghandhari is an expert in applied linguistics, curriculum innovation, and educational management. Holding a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics and an M.Ed. from Thompson Rivers University (TRU), she has taught at institutions such as TRU and UCW. As a TESL Canada Standard Three certified instructor and proficient Strategy Development Coordinator, she is committed to advancing excellence in education.

TESOLFaculty

Dr. Jill Cummings , Ph.D.

TESOL Faculty

Dr. Jill Cummings, a Ph.D. graduate in Second Language Education from the University of Toronto, is a highly experienced educator in TESOL. She has developed and taught TESOL programs across Canada and the U.S., held leadership roles in higher education, and published extensively on language education, blended learning, and critical thinking.

Dr. Hamed Barghi , Ph.D.

TESOL Faculty

Ali Hamed Barghi holds a PhD in ELT and is pursuing a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction at Texas A&M University, specializing in Teaching and Teacher Education. An accredited teacher trainer by TESL Canada and a certified teacher with extensive international experience, his research focuses on teacher education, competency models, technology in education, and teacher identity.

Dr. Rozeta Bicaku , Ph.D.

TESOL Faculty

Dr. Biçaku is an experienced educator with nearly 20 years as a university professor. She teaches Academic English Preparation at University Canada West and holds a TESL Canada Standard 3 certification. Passionate about teacher training, her expertise includes Curriculum Development, Teaching Strategies, Assessment, and Educational Technology

CurriculumDevelopment

Jeff D. McCarville, M.Ed.

Curriculum Developer & Compliance Reviewer

Jeff is a versatile TESOL Specialist, serving as a Curriculum Developer and Compliance Reviewer. With a Masters of Arts in Education focused on TEAL (Teaching English as an Additional Language) from Simon Fraser University, along with a TESOL Certificate from Vancouver Community College, Jeff brings extensive experience in ESL instruction, English for Academic Purposes, and TESOL supervision. His research in intercultural language curriculum and contributions to academic publications underscore his commitment to academic excellence and instructional design.

Julie Lee, M.Ed.

EAP & ESL Specialist & Curriculum Developer

Julie brings a wealth of experience in teaching at institutions like Langara College and University Canada West. Her expertise spans across ESL and EAP levels, allowing her to tailor programs effectively to meet diverse learner needs. Julie’s skills in Needs Assessment and Curriculum Development ensure that our programs are not only engaging but also highly effective. She is known for her creative ideas in designing learning activities and engagement materials, making learning a dynamic and interactive experience.

Robin Fard

Raheb Zohrehfard, M.Ed.

Assessment Coordinator & Compliance Reviewer

Raheb holds a Master of Education from UBC and brings extensive experience in teacher training and international examination expertise. He has actively collaborated with prominent organizations in Canada such as Paragon Testing and the British Council as an assessment specialist. With a background in teacher training and a deep understanding of assessment policies and regulations, Raheb also serves as a Compliance Reviewer in our company, ensuring that our courses consistently meet global standards.

OurAdvisors

Dr. Afsaneh Sharif

Instructional Design Advisor (University of British Columbia)

Dr. Ismaeil Fazel

Literacy & Content Development Advisor (University of British Columbia)

Dr. Mobina Rahnama

ESL & International Exams Advisor (University Canada West)

Dr. Mohammad Bagheri

TESOL Curriculum Development Advisor

Dr. Mostafa Nazari, Ph.D.

Director & TESOL Faculty

Dr. Mostafa Nazari has over 20 years of experience in teaching, teacher training, and curriculum development. He earned his Ph.D. in TESOL from Simon Fraser University, where he also taught courses on curriculum design and literacy. As part of his leadership, Dr. Nazari served as a former Board of Directors member and Director of Communications at the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE).

Dr. Nazari holds TESL Canada Standard 3 certification and is an accredited teacher trainer and practicum supervisor. Since 2017, he has mentored over 100 TESL candidates and designed TESL programs aligned with TESL Canada standards, supporting teacher training initiatives across Canada and internationally.

He also holds several professional certifications, including:

  • ADDIE for Instructional Design (2024) – ISFET
  • Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (2021) – Harvard University
  • Online Instructional Design (2021) – ISFET
  • Instructional Skills Workshop (2018) – SFU

In 2023, Dr. Nazari was honored with the Sustained Excellence in Teaching & Learning Award at University Canada West, where he serves as the subject lead for English courses. His dedication to education and his work in teacher training and curriculum development have made a lasting impact in the field.

Dr. Jill Cummings , Ph.D.

TESOL Faculty

Dr. Jill Cummings achieved her Ph.D. in Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning (Second Language Education) at the University of Toronto.  Her research projects and dissertation investigated second language writing instruction; also, the comparison of university level ESL instruction and discipline-specific instruction by university professors.  Her supervisors and thesis committee included Dr. Jim Cummins, Dr. Alister Cumming, Dr. Antoinette Gagne, and Dr. Birgit Harley of the University of Toronto.

Dr. Cummings has developed and taught TESL and MA TESOL programs extensively in Canada and the United States, including the University of Toronto TESL Program, the Toronto School Board Certificate Program, the MA TESOL Program with Oklahoma City University, and the Conestoga College TESL Program. She has served on the board for TESL Ontario Certification and committees with TESL Ontario. Her numerous scholarly publications include research related to second language teaching/learning, blended/hybrid learning/teaching, and critical thinking in post-secondary education.  Dr. Cummings’ recent book publications include: Creative Dimensions of Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century and Teaching in the Post COVID-19 Era.

Dr. Jill Cummings has served as the Associate Dean of Faculty Development at Yorkville University Canada (2015 – 2022) and the Chair of the University Access Program (2023 – 2024) at University Canada West for English as a second language program and international students. She also supervised and developed the ESL, TESL, and EAP programs with the Waterloo Region Catholic School Board in Ontario. Jill has presented and published with numerous peer-reviewed conferences and journals including TESL Canada, TESL Ontario, the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) and CELT, the International Journal of E-Learning, and the Congress of Humanities and Social Sciences.