Trust, Talent, and the Future of Language Education
How valuing teachers transforms language education
Stepping into the role of Director of Talent Acquisition is more than a career move for me — it's the realization of everything I've been working toward as an educator and professional. It brings together my experience in the classroom, my work with corporate clients, and my belief that language education should always be ethical, empowering, and human.
I've been teaching Swedish for over seven years, supported by a degree in Swedish Language and Literature from the University of Belgrade. Throughout that time, I've explored different teaching approaches, completed extensive training, and worked with learners across a wide range of contexts. One lesson has remained constant: trust matters as much as grammar. When learners feel supported and understood, their confidence grows — and confidence is what drives real progress.
My work with corporate clients added another important dimension to this understanding. Through countless conversations, I saw how closely language learning is tied to professional life — the pressure to communicate clearly, the importance of confidence in high-stakes situations, and the role language plays in shaping careers. These experiences reinforced something I strongly believe: teaching is not just about language. It's about helping people thrive in their work and in their world.
"When learners feel supported and understood, their confidence grows — and confidence is what drives real progress."
Now, as Director of Talent Acquisition at Linguo Language Labs, I bring these perspectives together. My teaching background allows me to recognize what makes learning effective and meaningful, while my corporate experience helps me understand what clients truly need from their educators.
In this role, my focus is on:
- Recruiting teachers who are not only highly skilled, but also trusted, respected, and aligned with our values
- Creating an environment where educators are fairly compensated, supported, and empowered to do their best work
- Building a culture of ethical teaching and high-impact learning experiences that deliver real, lasting results
What excites me most about Linguo Language Labs is the shared belief that teachers are our most valuable asset. When educators feel valued, safe, and supported, they bring their best selves to the classroom. And when teachers thrive, learners succeed — creating stronger outcomes for individuals, teams, and organizations alike.
The future of language education depends on how we treat the people who make learning possible. By putting trust, talent, and ethics at the center of what we do, we are shaping a more sustainable, human-centered approach to language learning.
I'm excited to contribute to this vision and to work alongside educators and leaders who believe that valuing teachers isn't just the right thing to do — it's the key to transforming language education.
Andjela
Director of Talent Acquisition, Linguo Language Labs
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