Ray Tekkalan
Native English Teacher
Istanbul,İstanbul
Summary
Experienced native English/Language of Arts teacher at BUMED MEÇ COLLEGE for the 2024-2025 school year. Holds a master's degree in clinical psychology and has 10 years of teaching English as a native speaker in private schools. Brings a unique blend of expertise to the classroom. Holds validations for both bachelor's and master's degrees from Y.Ö.K., as well as a TESOL/TEFL/TESL certificate. Well-equipped to provide high-quality instruction. Completed schooling in America and now actively seeking employment as a native speaker, open to travel and flexible hours. Has 7.5 years of experience as a psychologist, effectively supporting individuals diagnosed with psychological disorders. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and providing additional assistance when needed to ensure academic success. Known for being a good listener, hardworking, caring, and passionate. Committed to making a positive impact in the classroom.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Native Speaker/ Language of Arts Teacher
BÜMED MEÇ Koleji
İstanbul, Istanbul
09.2024 - Current
- Teaching reading, writing, listening and speaking lessons to primary and secondary school students
- Grade 3 and 4 working on Course Book and the readers
- Grade 5 preparing the lesson plans and the material to use in the class
- Grade 5 working on Authentic readers and completing the booklets
- Grade 5 teaching them writing skill
- Secondary School for grade 5, 6 and 7 preparing them for the World Scholars Cup in debate Club
- Grade 5 preparing them to do drama plays in English for special days
- Attending Parents meetings for all the levels 3rd, 4th and 5th graders as their Language of Arts teacher
- Preparing and attending ŞÖK meetings for each of my classes
Native Speaker
Ted Atakent Koleji
İstanbul, Istanbul
08.2019 - 08.2024
- Teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking lessons to Secondary School Students 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th graders
- Preparing the lesson plans to 6th and 7th graders
- Working on Debate Club preparing students for World Scholars Cup as the main club teacher
- Attending parent’s meetings for grade 4, 6 and 7
Native Speaker
Time Language School
İstanbul
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Giving Private English classes to Turkish and Non-Turkish students
- Teaching Grammar to Turkish and Non-Turkish students
- Giving Reading and Writing lessons to Turkish and Non- Turkish students
Native Speaker
Kemerburgaz Doga Bilim Koleji
İstanbul, Istanbul
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Teaching English to High School 9th and 10th graders
- Conducting and grading Main Course Exams
- Teaching Grammar, Vocabulary, Speaking and Listening lessons
- Attending Parent- Teacher meetings
- Attended English classes as Main course teacher for 4th graders
- Giving English exams and grading the exams
- Prepared students for the Cambridge Flyers exam
- Prepared students for Portfolio meetings
- Prepared a one-on-one educational feedback report
- Taught Vocabulary, Grammar, Speaking and Listening lessons
- Attended parent- teacher meetings
- Written progress reports for students in the 4th grade
Native Speaker
Dilko Language School
İstanbul
12.2015 - 06.2018
- Giving Group and private lessons to adults and young adults
- Classes includes Pre-Intermediate to Advanced classes
- Conducting Activities such as speaking and grammar
Coach/ English/ Psychologist
Amerikan Kultur Koleji
İstanbul, Istanbul
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Coach teacher for 5th and 6th grades
- Attended all classes and observed students’ behavior during class time
- Called parents and reported student’s class progress
- Taught English to students
- Counseled junior and High school students
- Written and graded English exams
Native Speaker
English Time
İstanbul, Istanbul
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Taught English classes during the week and weekend
- Taught Activity classes such as speaking, grammar and writing
- Graded and wrote tests for students
Psychologist
Jewish Board Family and Children Services
New York, NY
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Counseled individuals with Intellectual Disabilities ages from 14 to 70 at residence
- Attended interdisciplinary annual and semi-annual meetings at home and at program
- Collected baseline data, conducted functional analysis, and written behavior protocols to change undesirable behaviors from occurring
Applied Behavioral Sciences Specialist
Lifespire
New York, NY
08.2010 - 03.2012
- Counseled individuals with Intellectual Disabilities ages from 35 to 75 at clinic
- Attended interdisciplinary annual and semi-annual meetings at home and at program
- Taught 100 staff about the behavior protocols in group session
Volunteer Group Counselor Experience
Jewish Board Family and Children Services
New York, NY
03.2008 - 07.2010
- Instructed clients in the use of basic computer skills
- Used computer programs and taught typing skills
- Conducted Group Therapy
- One on one Counciling on Substance Abuse
Education
TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification - English Teaching Certificate
Oxford Seminars
New York, NY 12.2013 - 01.2014
Master of Clinical Psychology - undefined
Long Island University
New York, NY 09.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology
Hunter College
New York, NY 09.2001 - 08.2007
Associate of Computer Science - undefined
Kingsborough Community College
New York, NY 09.1998 - 08.2001
Skills
Speech writing
Additional Skills Certifications
English, Fluent, Italian, Beginner, Reading, Writing, Watching Soccer games on TV, Computer Skills, Psychi
English Ability
Native Speaker
Personal Information
Citizenship: American / Turkish
Timeline
Native Speaker/ Language of Arts Teacher
BÜMED MEÇ Koleji
09.2024 - Current
Native Speaker
Ted Atakent Koleji
08.2019 - 08.2024
Native Speaker
Time Language School
11.2016 - 08.2019
Native Speaker
Kemerburgaz Doga Bilim Koleji
10.2016 - 08.2019
Native Speaker
Dilko Language School
12.2015 - 06.2018
Coach/ English/ Psychologist
Amerikan Kultur Koleji
08.2015 - 08.2016
Native Speaker
English Time
08.2014 - 07.2015
TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification - English Teaching Certificate
Oxford Seminars
12.2013 - 01.2014
Psychologist
Jewish Board Family and Children Services
04.2012 - 04.2014
Applied Behavioral Sciences Specialist
Lifespire
08.2010 - 03.2012
Volunteer Group Counselor Experience
Jewish Board Family and Children Services
03.2008 - 07.2010
Master of Clinical Psychology - undefined
Long Island University
09.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology
Hunter College
09.2001 - 08.2007
Associate of Computer Science - undefined
Kingsborough Community College
09.1998 - 08.2001