Sports and do Zumba
Maryam Mahmoodvand
English Teacher
Istanbul
Summary
Dedicated and experienced English teacher with over 15 years of teaching expertise, possessing a Master's degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and a CELTA qualification. Committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment to enhance students' language proficiency and foster a passion for English language and literature. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
English Teacher
Üsküdar University
09.2022 - Current
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Medicine ESP Teacher
Üsküdar University
09.2022 - Current
- Focus on helping students learn medical language through various methods tailored to their needs and goals.
- Specialized Vocabulary, Contextual Learning, Role-plays and Simulations, Visual Aids are some employed strategies.
TOEFL Instructor
Üsküdar University
09.2022 - Current
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Managed several internet-based language programs.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
English Instructor and Teacher's Trainer
Mortimer English Club
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
IELTS Trainer and English Teacher
Safir Language Academy
04.2013 - 08.2021
- Created teaching materials and developed engaging lesson plans for IELTS Modules.
- Proctored IELTS testing to maintain secure testing locations and honest test results.
- Exercised discretion when handling confidential student and staff profiles.
- Multitasked and prioritized student assignments to meet strict deadlines and last-minute requests.
- Instructed over hundreds students in listening, speaking and academic reading and writing.
Education
CELTA - Certificate in English Language Teaching To Adults
ITI Istanbul (Cambridge University)
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Science And Research University
Tehran, Iran 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Translation
Tehran State University
Tehran, Iran 04.2001 -
Skills
Student Support
Certification
Certified CELTA teacher, Cambridge, ITI Istanbul - 2021
Interests
Read books and Watch movies
Timeline
Certified Zumba Instructor, ZIN Community - 2023
04-2023
Certified IELTS Teacher Training, IDP Australia - 2023
03-2023
English Teacher
Üsküdar University
09.2022 - Current
Medicine ESP Teacher
Üsküdar University
09.2022 - Current
TOEFL Instructor
Üsküdar University
09.2022 - Current
Certified CELTA teacher, Cambridge, ITI Istanbul - 2021
10-2021
English Instructor and Teacher's Trainer
Mortimer English Club
09.2021 - 09.2022
IELTS
02-2021
Certified IELTS Instructor, Goftegoo Higher Education in Iran - 2018
10-2018
Certificate of Attendance at OJT, 2018 [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
01-2018
IELTS Trainer and English Teacher
Safir Language Academy
04.2013 - 08.2021
CELTA - Certificate in English Language Teaching To Adults
ITI Istanbul (Cambridge University)
04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Science And Research University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Translation
Tehran State University
04.2001 -