Viktoriia Berseneva

About me

I am a versatile and dedicated professional with a robust background in English teaching and philology, holding a Master’s degree in English Philology. My expertise in language education, paired with an artistic foundation from Ivan Shadr Art College, enables me to create engaging, adaptable learning experiences.

I’m transitioning to a new career path in frontend development after years as an English teacher. With a strong artistic sense and patience honed from teaching, I’m excited about the creative and problem-solving aspects of web development. My artistic background can enhance my design approach, helping create visually appealing websites, while my analytical skills enable me to efficiently identify and solve issues in code. Additionally, my proficiency in English supports my ability to work in diverse teams and engage with resources effectively.

Skills

• Languages & Linguistics: English Philology, Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Linguistics, Literature
• Artistic Skills: Academic Painting, Drawing, Graphic Design (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Tech & Tools: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React (basic), Figma, Wordpress, Framer

Code Example

Codewars Task:

Description: Calculate total points based on match results.

function points(games) {
  let totalPoints = 0;
  for (let i = 0; i < games.length; i++) {
    let match = games[i];
    let scores = match.split(":");
    let x = Number(scores[0]);
    let y = Number(scores[1]);
    if (x > y) {
      totalPoints += 3;
    } else if (x === y) {
      totalPoints += 1;
    }
  }
  return totalPoints;
}
  

Projects

Project for a theatre festival

Website for a coffeeshop

Work Experience

Web Developer (current)

Building responsive web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Practicing layout design, animations, and component structure. Working on personal projects to strengthen frontend skills and exploring tools like Git, Figma, and React basics.

Technical Support Specialist (2025)

Provided technical assistance and support to end users by diagnosing software and network issues. Ensured timely resolution of technical problems through effective troubleshooting and clear communication.

English Teacher (2015–2024)

Taught general and specialized English in both physical classrooms and online platforms, consistently delivering personalized, effective lessons.

Education

• ReactGirls Academy, Prague — HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, TypeScript (2025)
• Palacky University, Olomouc — Master’s in English Philology (2021–2024)
• Ural State Pedagogical University, Russia — Bachelor’s in English Philology (2015–2019)
• Erasmus Program, Poland — Exchange in English Philology (Feb–Jun 2018)
• Ivan Shadr Art College, Russia — Training in Painting and Art Teaching (2010–2015)