TOGETHER we create Accent School of Polish. Get to know us—the people who, with their involvement, proffesionalism and smile, will help you in your quest to learn Polish.

Katarzyna Roś

Director of Studies at Accent School of Polish

In 2001 I graduated from the Jagiellonian University with a major in Polish philology. In the course of my studies I analyzed the methodology of Polish language, in particular the phenomenon of a creative teacher. I also completed post-graduate studies devoted to teaching Polish as a foreign language at the Jagiellonian University. I have worked at the Jagiellonian University teaching Polish as a foreign language as part of the Polish Language and Culture School and Socrates Erasmus program. I am continually improving my methodology skills by taking part in trainings and conferences. I hold a certificate of completing a special course entitled – Teaching and examining foreigners in Polish language courses on the basis of the State Committee for the Certification of Proficiency in Polish as a Foreign Language.
My real passion is designing interesting programs for teaching Polish as a foreign language; I also enjoy writing didactic materials for our students.
I know how to share my enthusiasm with students who very quickly begin to use the language!
Let’s all study enjoyably! Polish is not BORING!

Kornelia Wodnicka

Office Manager

I am the one you contact when you want to enrol on a Polish course. I'll answer all your questions help you to choose the best offerand tailor the course to your needs. I'll sign you up for the course, help you to find accommodation, organise trips and give any advice you need. Come to me if you want to know how to get to Zakopane or where to eat the best ice-cream in town.
I also organise teachers' work, cooperate with foreign training centres and promote our school abroad.
I'm waiting for your application. I'll be happy to reply to your e-mail, answer your phone call or meet you in person.

OUR TEACHERS:

Joanna Główczyńska

I studied Theatre Arts and Polish studies at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow, where I also completed post-graduate studies of Polish for Foreigners. I speak English and Russian. For a couple of years I have been teaching Polish to foreigners: I have conducted courses at the Jagiellonian University (the Summer School of the Polish Language and Culture), in private schools and large companies. I have a lot of experience in both “one-to-one” and group teaching on all levels of proficiency. I’ve also had an opportunity to work with people who were Polish by descent but who emigrated and wanted to brush up on their mother tongue.
The longer I work the more enthusiasm I have for teaching which I treat as a real challenge. I always have a lot of interesting ideas, often bring my own materials to class and realize my own teaching programmes. Thanks to this I can easily adapt to the individual needs of my students.
Very favourable opinions from my students show that I can teach in an effective and friendly way. Good grades from other teachers who have observed my lessons also prove that I’m competent and well prepared to work with foreigners.

Ewa Krzowska

Your first lesson of Polish is like your first bungee jump. At first you are nervous and don't know if you'll make it. On the one hand you are excited and want to try, but on the other, you are afraid of losing your footing. You are full of doubts. Fortunately, you are not alone. You have a competent and experienced instructor, and reliable equipment to protect you during your jump. You try once and...Come to my classes!P.S. For me, teaching Polish is like a bungee jump, too. I love the adrenaline and the feeling of achievement when I look at the progress my students make. To make sure you'll feel safe, I graduated in Polish and did post-graduate studies in teaching Polish as a foreign language. I was also a lecturer at Jagiellonian University. I specialise in teaching beginners and know how to teach you speak Polish in a stress free environment.

Agnieszka Jasińska

Although I graduated in Romance studies and have had a lot of experience teaching French and Italian, it's teaching Polish as a foreign language that is my 'first love'. When I told my primary school teacher of Polish that I teach the language now, she said 'You can't escape from your destiny'. She must have known years ago...Apart from teaching, I also collaborate on writing coursebooks and materials for teaching Polish. I'm co-author of the books Hurra!!! Po Polsku 2 and Po Polsku 3. I also train teachers of Polish.

Katarzyna Pala

 I graduated from the Jagiellonian University in teaching Polish, both as a native and foreign language. I have extensive teaching experience, gained at the university and in various organisations. Teaching Polish to foreigners is more than a job for me - it's my passion. I love meeting people from different cultures and I'm more than happy to teach them my beautiful Polish language.
Anton P. Chekhov once wrote: "Without knowing foreign languages, man feels worse than without a passport". Please come to my class.

Ania Pasoń

I graduated in Polish philology and did post-graduate studies in teaching Polish to foreigners at the Jagiellonian University. Teaching foreigners is my passion and gives me lots of fun, but is also a challenge. I do my best to meet my students' expectations and I'm also working hard on my professional development as a teacher. I spend my free time travelling - meeting new people, places and cultures fascinates me!