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
Subject matter expertise
Language proficiency
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