ZLATA NOVOTNÁ
Freelance Lecturer
Brno 2,642
Summary
I'm a spirited language lecturer, a positive person, and a proud mother of two loving children. I graduated in English and German Language Teaching in 2010. During my undergraduate studies, I embarked on a thrilling journey, living and working in various parts of the world, including the USA, the UK, New Zealand, Germany, and Austria. I continued my academic pursuits and earned my master's degree in the same field in 2013. With over a decade of experience teaching English and German at various institutions and holding several professional certificates, I have always sought to add deeper meaning to my work. I found a new passion in teaching Czech to foreigners, as I love introducing both the Czech language and culture to others. Observing my students using their newly gained language skills and helping them adapt to their new environment is the greatest reward for me. I'm a firm believer in the wonders of life, spreading joy, kindness, and positivity wherever I go. I'm also a passionate globetrotter (with a special soft spot for Asia) and a dedicated yoga practitioner. I enjoy walks in nature, attending cultural events, and spending quality time with my loved ones.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Coordinator of Language Courses
Correct Language Centre, s. r. o.
01.2019 - 01.2022
- I was responsible for coordinating individual, group, and corporate language courses. My role covered every stage — from creating course syllabi and promoting the courses to handling invoicing. I was also responsible for hiring teachers and lecturers, ensuring we built a strong and professional team.
- Language and Translation Centre in the heart of Brno
Executive Assistant
ADP
01.2015 - 01.2016
- In this position, I was responsible for managing logbooks, accommodation bookings, communication with the branch in Germany, preparing presentations, maintaining quality statistics, language training, and organizing meeting rooms. Additionally, I provided comprehensive support for our nearly 200 employees, including managing incoming and outgoing company correspondence, distributing meal vouchers, ordering office supplies, and more.
- ADP Employer Services provides a wide range of workforce management solutions (e.g. payroll processing, human resources etc.)
Incentive Manager
Campana Tour s. r. o.
01.2010 - 01.2012
- During my time at Campana, I participated in several tourism fairs (Cannes, Malta, India) and contributed to the organization of incentive trips to Bali and Sri Lanka. In addition to managing finances, co-developing programs, and providing guiding services, I was also involved in the creation and translation of company brochures.
- Campana Tour is a travel agency that specializes in providing personalized travel services, including tour packages, transportation, accommodation, and guided tours.
Education
Fortbildung für Deutschlehrende
Universität Freiburg
Freiburg Im Breisgau, Germany08-2025
Titul Mgr. - Specializace v pedagogice (ESOL + DAF)
TUL Liberec
Liberec, Czechia01.2013
Deutsch als Fremdsprache
Pädagogische Hochschule Wien
Vienna, Austria01.2010
Travel, Tourism, Gastronomy
Higher Vocational School of Travel and Tourism
Jablonec nad Nisou, Czechia01.2009
ESOL course
South Thames College
London, United Kingdom01.2006
DAF
Fortbildung Für Deutschlehrende
Sprachakademie Aachen 08.2025 - 08.2025
Skills
Effective problem resolution
Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
Detail-oriented data management
Flexibility in changing situations
Certification
CAE
Interests
Travelling, meeting new people and cultures, teaching languages, yoga, cycling, literature, dancing, music, attending cultural events, nature and gardening
Timeline
DAF
Fortbildung Für Deutschlehrende
08.2025 - 08.2025
Coordinator of Language Courses
Correct Language Centre, s. r. o.
01.2019 - 01.2022
Executive Assistant
ADP
01.2015 - 01.2016
Incentive Manager
Campana Tour s. r. o.
01.2010 - 01.2012
Fortbildung für Deutschlehrende
Universität Freiburg
Titul Mgr. - Specializace v pedagogice (ESOL + DAF)
TUL Liberec
Deutsch als Fremdsprache
Pädagogische Hochschule Wien
Travel, Tourism, Gastronomy
Higher Vocational School of Travel and Tourism
ESOL course
South Thames College
My favourite quote
"The limits of my language are the limits of my world".
Ludwig Wittgenstein