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Dina Islam

Dina Islam

International College Counselor
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Summary

During my teaching experience, I have worked as an English teacher in various establishments and with a range of age groups. I have been assigned with preparing and implementing lesson plans, preparing materials and mentoring students throughout the academic year. In addition, I have worked as both a proctor and a coordinator in AP and SAT exams and mentored students in dual diploma programs. I’ve been serving as a college counselor and a college board certified SAT Coordinator as of September 22’, guiding students, parents and counselors by holding informative sessions on studying abroad, supervising students’ progress during their applications and supporting junior students in their preparation for universities abroad. Eager to learn and reflect, my objective is to contribute to my teaching career with the best experiences from professional sources. Equipped with education, knowledge and experience, I aim to further extend my qualities in this field in order to realize my full potential.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

College Counselor and Head of Languages and Social Studies

Keystone International Schools
Istanbul, Istanbul
09.2023 - Current
  • Mentored and supported students during their college applications process
  • Informed students and parents about college options and requirements
  • Monitored students' essays and provided feedback
  • Supervised students' progress during their applications process
  • Organized and held university fairs in order to inform students about college options
  • Heading ELA, French and Social Studies departments
  • Supervised department academic progress and assessments
  • Organized department related academic contests, activities and trips

College Counselor

Bahçeşehir College Science and Technology High School
Istanbul, Istanbul
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Mentored and supported students during their college applications process
  • Informed students and parents about college options and requirements
  • Monitored students' essays and provided feedback
  • Supervised students' progress during their applications process
  • Organized and held university fairs in order to inform students about college options
  • Prepared and held training presentations to counselors on universities in certain countries

English Teacher

Bahçeşehir College Science and Technology High School
09.2020 - 08.2023
  • Prepared materials for Science and Technology High School prep classes
  • Mentored students by monitoring their academic and social progress throughout the academic year
  • Facilitated students in the dual diploma programme

English Teacher

Yönder Schools
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Prepared lesson plans for middle school
  • Adapted teaching style for students in order to increase engagement and production of target language
  • Evaluated students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions
  • Set clear targets for students’ learning, building on prior learning and advising on students’ expectations

English Teacher

Doğa Schools
02.2018 - 08.2019
  • Taught middle school students grammar and skills lessons
  • Mentored and supervised students’ academic and social progress

English Instructor

Işık University School of Foreign Languages
11.2016 - 01.2017
  • Taught as a part-time English instructor for transferring students
  • Planned lessons focusing on reading and writing skills

English Teacher

Revolution Language School
03.2015 - 08.2016
  • Taught English lessons for various age groups; kindergarten to advanced YDS classes
  • Planned lessons with dynamic exercises to promote engagement

Education

Master of Arts - American Culture and Literature

Istanbul University
01.2017 - 09.2020

Pedagogical Formation -

Istanbul University
01.2016 - 06.2017

American Culture and Literature -

Istanbul University
09.2012 - 06.2016

Celta -

ITI Istanbul
10.2016 - 11.2016

Skills

  • Lesson plan and material preparation

  • College counseling & supervision

Certification

CELTA, ITI Istanbul

Timeline

College Counselor and Head of Languages and Social Studies

Keystone International Schools
09.2023 - Current

College Counselor

Bahçeşehir College Science and Technology High School
09.2022 - 08.2023

English Teacher

Bahçeşehir College Science and Technology High School
09.2020 - 08.2023

English Teacher

Yönder Schools
09.2019 - 08.2020

English Teacher

Doğa Schools
02.2018 - 08.2019

Master of Arts - American Culture and Literature

Istanbul University
01.2017 - 09.2020

English Instructor

Işık University School of Foreign Languages
11.2016 - 01.2017

Celta -

ITI Istanbul
10.2016 - 11.2016

Pedagogical Formation -

Istanbul University
01.2016 - 06.2017

English Teacher

Revolution Language School
03.2015 - 08.2016

American Culture and Literature -

Istanbul University
09.2012 - 06.2016
Dina IslamInternational College Counselor