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Ezgi Ozsoy

Ezgi Ozsoy

English Language Teacher
Istanbul,34

Summary

Patient English Language Teacher with 7 years of experience. Extensively knowledgeable about adapting lesson plans for all types of students. Successful in maintaining professional and productive relationships with students.

Learned English Language Teacher with experience teaching nursery and elementary grades students. Known for instilling love of language, books and reading in students and encouraging improved learning across curriculum.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

English Language Teacher

Bahcesehir College
09.2023 - Current
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, promoting a respectful classroom culture conducive to learning.
  • Maintained strong communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress in language acquisition and academic performance.
  • Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing engaging literature-based activities.
  • Organized tutoring sessions for struggling learners after school hours, providing personalized assistance in areas requiring additional support.
  • Integrated multimedia resources into lessons to enhance engagement and comprehension of complex topics.
  • Supported the professional development of colleagues by sharing best practices and innovative teaching strategies.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Assessed student progress, providing constructive feedback to motivate improvement in language proficiency.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by incorporating collaborative learning strategies.Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Managed all aspects of extracurricular activities, including planning events, coordinating schedules, and supervising students during field trips.
  • Contributed to the continuous improvement of the English Language program by participating in department meetings and curriculum review processes.
  • Collaborated with other English Language Teachers to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering interdisciplinary learning.
  • Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements.
  • Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
  • Created hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Successfully improved [Language]-speaking students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities.
  • Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
  • Monitored comprehension of material among students and created re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes.

English Language Teacher

Bahcesehir Schools Atasehir Campus
09.2017 - 09.2020
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, promoting a respectful classroom culture conducive to learning.
  • Maintained strong communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress in language acquisition and academic performance.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Contributed to the continuous improvement of the English Language program by participating in department meetings and curriculum review processes.
  • Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements.
  • Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
  • Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.

English Language

Istanbul University Adiguzel Primary School
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring for struggling students, leading to significant improvements in their language abilities.
  • Utilized multimedia resources to supplement traditional teaching methods, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
  • Improved student reading comprehension by implementing diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual needs.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills among students through the use of challenging problem-solving activities.

English Language Teacher

Istek College Primary School- Manavgat
06.2015 - 08.2016

Taught English to age 5 and age 6 kids as well as 3rd graders.

  • Maintained strong communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress in language acquisition and academic performance.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
  • Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.

Assistant to the Director

TFC Holdings Ltd.
06.2012 - 04.2015
  • Prepared essential documentation such as contracts, invoices, memos, or meeting agendas under tight deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality.
  • Implemented file management systems that streamlined access to important documents while also protecting classified information from unauthorized users.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for the Director, ensuring seamless planning and execution of business trips.
  • Assisted in human resources functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and training coordination for new hires within the department.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Took notes and dictation at meetings.

Teaching Assistant Volunteer

Ali Riza Degirmencioglu Turkish School
01.2012 - 06.2012
  • Provided targeted support for struggling students, leading to increased confidence and academic success.
  • Utilized computers and audio-visual aids such as flashcards, print materials and multimedia to supplement presentations.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Psychology

Middlesex University
London
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching

Yeditepe University
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Progress Reporting
  • Lesson Planning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Student Motivation
  • Error Correction
  • Curriculum Design
  • Classroom Management
  • Reading assignment planning

Certification

Hatha Yoga Instructor

Timeline

English Language Teacher

Bahcesehir College
09.2023 - Current

Kids Yoga Instructor

02-2019

English Language Teacher

Bahcesehir Schools Atasehir Campus
09.2017 - 09.2020

English Language

Istanbul University Adiguzel Primary School
09.2016 - 08.2017

Hatha Yoga Instructor

06-2016

English Language Teacher

Istek College Primary School- Manavgat
06.2015 - 08.2016

Assistant to the Director

TFC Holdings Ltd.
06.2012 - 04.2015

Teaching Assistant Volunteer

Ali Riza Degirmencioglu Turkish School
01.2012 - 06.2012

Master of Science - Applied Psychology

Middlesex University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching

Yeditepe University
04.2001 -
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