Elifsu Gürtaş
English Teacher
Ankara,04
Summary
I am a talented, ambitious and hardworking individual, with broad skills and experience in teaching, translating and proofreading. Furthermore, I am adept at handling multiple tasks on a daily basis competently and at working well under pressure. A key strength is communication; building strong relationships with people in order to deliver the best results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
English Second Language Teacher
EnglishCentral, Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted struggling learners through individualized tutoring sessions, leading to marked improvements in academic performance over time.
English Second Language Teacher
Turkish Aerospace
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for young learners, fostering meaningful relationships between teacher and student for optimal success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
English Second Language Teacher
Egebil College
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Boosted student confidence in speaking a second language through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
English Second Language Teacher
Yeşeren College
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, collaborating on strategies to enhance student success at home and in the classroom.
English Second Language Teacher
American Cultural Association
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Foreign Trade Assistant
Aydınlar Mining Company
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Increased revenue with effective market research and identification of new business opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive understanding of international markets to provide strategic insights for business growth planning.
Patient Business Services Representative
Mono Clinic
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and professional support in managing appointments, billing inquiries, and insurance verifications.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
- Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
- Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Guest Relations Officer
Aria Claros Beach&Spa Resort
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing personalized solutions.
- Improved overall guest experience by monitoring feedback surveys and implementing necessary changes.
- Participated in promotional campaigns targeting potential customers, leading to increased brand awareness and higher booking rates.
- Organized guest events and activities to create memorable experiences and foster positive relationships.
Translator (Intern)
Mega Health Products
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Expanded language proficiency repertoire by actively seeking out new learning resources and engaging in self-study outside of work hours.
- Enhanced translation accuracy by proofreading translated documents and providing feedback to team members.
- Delivered high-quality translations under tight deadlines, contributing to client satisfaction and repeat business.
Foreign Trade Assistant (Intern)
TOBB
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Ensured compliance to international trade laws and regulations through meticulous record-keeping and reporting practices.
- Analyzed trends in global markets to identify emerging opportunities or potential risks impacting the company''s foreign trade activities.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Translator (Intern)
Anadil Translation Office
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
- Collaborated with team to translate series of documents from English to other languages.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
- Used translation software to verify complex terms and expedite communication process.
English Second Language Teacher (Part Time)
Minik Profesörler Preschool
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for young learners, fostering meaningful relationships between teacher and student for optimal success.
English Second Language Teacher (Part Time)
İpucu Academy
12.2015 - 03.2016
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
TOBB University Of Economics And Technology
Ankara 04.2015 - 04.2019
Skills
Problem-solving skills
undefinedCertification
TESOL - British English Board, 00009907
Timeline
English Second Language Teacher
EnglishCentral, Inc.
01.2024 - Current
English Second Language Teacher
Turkish Aerospace
11.2022 - 01.2024
English Second Language Teacher
Egebil College
08.2022 - 09.2022
English Second Language Teacher
Yeşeren College
01.2022 - 06.2022
English Second Language Teacher
American Cultural Association
07.2020 - 01.2022
Foreign Trade Assistant
Aydınlar Mining Company
12.2019 - 06.2020
Patient Business Services Representative
Mono Clinic
10.2019 - 12.2019
Guest Relations Officer
Aria Claros Beach&Spa Resort
07.2019 - 10.2019
Translator (Intern)
Mega Health Products
10.2018 - 12.2018
Foreign Trade Assistant (Intern)
TOBB
01.2018 - 04.2018
Translator (Intern)
Anadil Translation Office
05.2017 - 08.2017
English Second Language Teacher (Part Time)
Minik Profesörler Preschool
11.2016 - 04.2017
English Second Language Teacher (Part Time)
İpucu Academy
12.2015 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
TOBB University Of Economics And Technology
04.2015 - 04.2019
TESOL - British English Board, 00009907
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