Yana Heiderstadt is a dynamic educator, ESL instructor, and Russian linguist with a passion for innovation in education. With extensive experience living and traveling across the U.S. and Europe, she brings a deep cultural understanding to her teaching, fostering a love for learning and multicultural awareness. Yana holds a Master of Arts in Education and has dedicated her career to developing and delivering engaging, hands-on training programs for diverse learners.
Currently, she serves as an ESL Instructor at Oklahoma City Community College, where she integrates technology and AI tools to enhance learning outcomes. As a program developer, Yana is at the forefront of digital education, currently designing an innovative online course focused on leveraging AI tools for educators and administrators. Her expertise in combining theoretical concepts with practical applications makes her a sought-after speaker and trainer in the field of educational technology.
At the 2025 Oklahoma Learning Innovations Summit , Yana will present "Smart Tools for Smarter Schools: Harnessing AI for Educators and Administrators," a dynamic, visually engaging session featuring concise, high-impact demonstrations of cutting-edge AI tools designed to empower educators and administrators in the digital age.