Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Birth Place
Personal Information
Certification
Interests
Radio Theater Voiceover
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Ş.ŞEYDA ERGÜL

Ş.ŞEYDA ERGÜL

Turkish Lecturer
İSTANBUL

Summary

Teaching Turkish is my passion. I love being a language teacher. For me, teaching is a “work of heart” (and art!).

I think of my class as people first, and as students, second. As a “people person,” I’m sensitive to individual personalities and styles—what one person might enjoy, but what might make someone else uncomfortable. I suppose you can say that I teach from the heart, not just from a book. I’ve taught Turkish to young kids, university students, expats living in Turkey, and professionals needing advanced fluency. But regardless of age, the magic moment is the same: it’s when that “light bulb” of understanding turns on right in front of me.

Of course, teaching is an art, too, requiring specific skills and professional training. I’ve earned university degrees and certifications for teaching foreign languages, as well as comparative literature. I’ve also prepared materials for teaching Turkish as a foreign language on the university level. And instructed other language teachers in how to teach Turkish to young Syrian refugees, in cooperation with UNICEF.

Game-playing is one of my favorite learning tools. It relaxes people, creates camaraderie, and it’s fun! And when you’re having fun, you learn more quickly.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Lecturer

Yeditepe University
02.2024 - Current
  • Turkish language and culture lessons for international students
  • Developed comprehensive curriculum for new courses, ensuring alignment with department goals and learning outcomes.
  • Led professional development workshops for fellow faculty members, sharing best practices in teaching methods and classroom management techniques.

Numerologist

Online
01.2021 - Current

Study of numbers in the belief that they have a special importance in people's lives.

ZOZUQ Founding Director of Education Consultancy L

ZOZUQ Online Language Academy
11.2019 - 05.2023
  • Conducted competitive analysis to identify market trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities for growth.
  • Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.

English Teacher

Anabilim Primary & Middle Schools
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to the overall development of well-rounded students.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.

Turkish Teaching Center Founding Director

İGÜN-TÖMER Turkish Teaching Center
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Fostered a culture of collaboration and innovation within the organization, empowering employees to take ownership of their work and achieve success.
  • Enhanced employee engagement by creating an inclusive work environment, fostering open communication channels, and providing opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to streamline operations, reduce overhead costs, and increase overall efficiency.
  • Ensured financial stability by establishing sound budgeting practices, monitoring cash flow, and conducting regular financial audits.

Lecturer in Turkish

Yeditepe University
09.2011 - 07.2018
  • Turkish language and culture lesson for Erasmus students

Teacher Trainer

RET International & UNICEF
03.2017 - 05.2017
  • Mentored new teachers (Teachers teaching Turkish to refugee children) through coaching sessions and constructive feedback, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Designed engaging professional development activities that encouraged teachers to reflect on their practice and continually refine their skills.


Turkish Teacher

Nobel Bridges İstanbul Schools
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Teaching Turkish language and culture lessons to international students from first to sixth grades
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

University Lecturer

Marmara University
01.2014 - 03.2014
  • Teaching Turkish Language and Culture intensive summer course
  • Developed comprehensive curriculum for new courses, ensuring alignment with department goals and learning outcomes.
  • Supported university efforts to promote diversity and inclusion by incorporating multicultural perspectives into course materials and classroom discussions.

Language Tutor

EF Education
02.2007 - 03.2011
  • Teaching Turkish lessons for foreign nationals of different age groups and levels.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide their language development.
  • Expanded students'' vocabulary knowledge by introducing new words related specifically to their interests or career goals.
  • Established a supportive learning environment that fostered increased confidence in speaking and understanding the target language.
  • Collaborated with fellow tutors to design and implement effective tutoring strategies, improving overall student success rates.
  • Promoted a positive attitude towards learning languages by sharing personal experiences and cultural insights related to the subject matter.
  • Demonstrated patience and flexibility when working with students facing challenges in grasping complex language concepts, providing tailored support to ensure success.
  • Adapted teaching materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made consistent progress.

Turkish Tutor

Taksim DİLMER
10.2001 - 01.2007
  • Conducted regular evaluations of curriculum materials, making recommendations for updates or revisions as needed to maintain relevance in today''s rapidly changing world.
  • Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.
  • Teaching Turkish Language and Culture

Teacher

Military High School
10.2004 - 06.2005
  • Turkish lessons for foreign military students (preparatory class)
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Teacher

French Consulate
06.2004 - 12.2004
  • Teaching Turkish language and culture for the French Consul General.

Turkish Tutor

EKAV TÖMER
05.1999 - 08.2001
  • Teaching Turkish language and culture to foreign nationals of different age groups and levels.

Education

Bachelor - Arabic Language And Literature

İstanbul University
Vezneciler, Turkey
04.1996 - 05.2000

Skills

Online Class Discussion

Birth Place

İstanbul

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/02/77
  • Marital Status: Evli

Certification

Numerology

Interests

Radio Theater Voiceover

Numerology

Game-based teaching methods

Paragliding

Radio Theater Voiceover

Radio theater refers to the version of a theater play adapted for radio broadcast. This type of format offers viewers the opportunity to understand the story by simply listening to the characters' voices, without any visual props or effects.

Timeline

Lecturer

Yeditepe University
02.2024 - Current

Numerology

02-2022

English Teacher

Anabilim Primary & Middle Schools
09.2021 - 05.2022

Autism

02-2021

Numerologist

Online
01.2021 - Current

Fairytale Therapy

01-2021

ZOZUQ Founding Director of Education Consultancy L

ZOZUQ Online Language Academy
11.2019 - 05.2023

Turkish Teaching Center Founding Director

İGÜN-TÖMER Turkish Teaching Center
09.2018 - 09.2019

Montessori

01-2018

Teacher Trainer

RET International & UNICEF
03.2017 - 05.2017

Turkish Teacher

Nobel Bridges İstanbul Schools
09.2014 - 09.2015

University Lecturer

Marmara University
01.2014 - 03.2014

Lecturer in Turkish

Yeditepe University
09.2011 - 07.2018

Language Tutor

EF Education
02.2007 - 03.2011

Teacher

Military High School
10.2004 - 06.2005

Teacher

French Consulate
06.2004 - 12.2004

Turkish Tutor

Taksim DİLMER
10.2001 - 01.2007

Turkish Tutor

EKAV TÖMER
05.1999 - 08.2001

Bachelor - Arabic Language And Literature

İstanbul University
04.1996 - 05.2000
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