Elcin Gultekin Kucuk
ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHER
Sarıyer
Summary
Experienced with creating comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs. Utilizes variety of teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and understanding. Knowledge of effectively managing classroom dynamics to foster productive learning atmosphere.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
14
14
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
English Language Teacher
BAHCESEHIR COLLEGE, Etiler Campus
2023 - 2025
- Employed a wide range of innovative, technology-integrated teaching practices aligned with the institution’s corporate educational framework to enhance students’ 21st-century skills.
- Designed and implemented interdisciplinary project-based learning (PBL) units to foster students’ critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving competencies.
- Regularly assessed student performance using diverse formative and summative evaluation tools to ensure continuous academic improvement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and improve instructional strategies.
- Enhanced student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging literature selections and promoting active discussion.
English Language Teacher
BILFEN SCHOOLS Maslak Campus
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed age-appropriate, engaging, and interactive lesson plans tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of primary and secondary school students.
- Incorporated gamification strategies and digital learning platforms to promote student motivation, active participation, and academic achievement.
- Fostered a positive classroom climate by emphasizing communication, respect, and student agency.
English Language Teacher
BILFEN SCHOOLS Suadiye Campus
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Planned and facilitated age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences designed to nurture young children's cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development in a safe and engaging classroom environment.
- Maintained regular and collaborative communication with parents through detailed developmental observations, individualized reports, and periodic parent-teacher conferences to ensure a strong home-school connection.
- Implemented differentiated, play-based instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles, interests, and developmental levels, promoting active participation and joyful learning among early learners.
Intern
YONDER SCHOOLS Atasehir Campus
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered pre-planned English lessons for 2nd and 5th-grade students, ensuring content was aligned with curriculum goals and student readiness.
- Actively participated in school activities, classroom observation, and reflection sessions as part of pedagogical training.
- Successfully fulfilled all practicum requirements and received positive evaluations from mentor teachers and supervisors.
Education
B.A. - English Language Teaching
Yeditepe University
Istanbul06-2019
Skills
- Instructional Design & Curriculum Development
- Creativity in Educational Contexts
- Research and Data-Driven Practice
- Team Collaboration and Interpersonal Communication
- Classroom Management and Positive Discipline
- Solution-Oriented and Reflective Thinking
- Inclusive Education and Student Well-being
Certification
Kaplan International Schools, London – English Language & Culture Immersion Program (2016)
REFERENCES
Gizem Buse Yıldırım
Principal, Acıbadem Bilfen Schools
Phone: +90 537 842 95 13
Berrak Sisman Gurbuz
English Teacher, Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions
Phone: +90 536 268 47 24
Timeline
English Language Teacher
BILFEN SCHOOLS Maslak Campus
01.2022 - 01.2023
English Language Teacher
BILFEN SCHOOLS Suadiye Campus
01.2019 - 01.2022
Intern
YONDER SCHOOLS Atasehir Campus
01.2018 - 01.2019
English Language Teacher
BAHCESEHIR COLLEGE, Etiler Campus
2023 - 2025
B.A. - English Language Teaching
Yeditepe University