Sedef ARSLAN
Gaziemir
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ENGLISH TEACHER
İTÜ GVO Gaziemir
2023.08 - 2024.01
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
NATIVE TEACHER
29 Mayıs Okulları
2022.08 - 2023.01
- Teaching SKILLS lessons to 9, 10 and 11 graders Preparing appropriate materials, lesson planning, yearly plans.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Özel Ege
2020.08 - 2022.01
- Responsible in preschool and primary level students
- Preparing materials, bulletin boards, curriculum, holding additional club and musicals, preparing end of year show.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Bilnet Schools Karsıyaka
2020.08 - 2022.01
- Responsible in preschool and primary level students
- Preparing materials, bulletin boards, curriculum, holding additional club and musicals, preparing end of year show.
ENGLISH TEACHER
International House
2017.08 - 2018.12
- Responsible for teaching and preparing the curriculum for the Upper Intermediate class on Saturday and Sunday’s.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Özel Karşıyaka Piri Reis Okulları
2017.08 - 2018.08
- Preschool, Primary school and Middle school Preparing course materials and designing lessons that cover all aspects of the English language, whether written or verbal
- Keeping track of student progress and customizing individualized plans for students with special requirements
- Also responsible for creating a positive class environment and encouraging students to reach their learning goals.
ENGLISH TEACHER
İzmir Özel Türk Koleji
2016.08 - 2017.08
- Preparing course materials and designing lessons that cover all aspects of the English language, whether written or verbal
- Keeping track of student progress and customizing individualized plans for students with special requirements
- Also responsible for creating a positive class environment and encouraging students to reach their learning goals.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Gymboree ITK
2015.07 - 2016.08
- Preparing course materials and designing lessons that cover all aspects of the English language, whether written or verbal
- Keeping track of student progress and customizing individualized plans for students with special requirements
- Also responsible for creating a positive class environment and encouraging students to reach their learning goals.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Early Beginners Childcare Center
2013.11 - 2015.11
- Setting up activities for the children, ensuring children are in a safe and supervised environment at all times, assisting children with basics needs such as eating and toilet training, planning and organizing activities.
BARISTA
Cafe Fiori
2012.12 - 2013.10
- Stock controlling, handling cash, paper work, administrative duties such as; data duty, pay roll and rostering
- Customer service, training new employees, cleanliness and maintenance
- Making coffee.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
OCIS Optus
2011.09 - 2012.02
- Sales representative This included responsibilities for selling Optus products over the phone to business clients
- Included; up-selling, contracts, customer service, cross selling, meeting daily and weekly targets
- This experience helped me work around objections and become more determined in achieving my goals.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
TSA Telco Group
2011.03 - 2011.08
- Sales representative /contractor/ Team Leader At TSA Telco Group I was responsible for selling Telstra products over the phone
- This included meeting daily targets and weekly KPI’s
- I was also promoted to Team Leader within 4 months of being at the company due to my motivation and sales abilities
- This experience helped me develop into a respected team player within the call centre and I gained more confidence each day.
BARISTA
Coffee Club
2009.11 - 2010.12
- Customer service, serving coffee and meals, cashier handling, waitress, loading dishwasher, cleaning and tidying restaurant (including mopping, sweeping, washing dishes and dusting).
CASHIER
KFC
2007.06 - 2009.01
- Organizing and clearing out stockroom, handling cash, handling cashiers, customer service, paper work, trained new employees, team leader, cleaning and tidying (including washing dishes, mopping floors, sweeping and sanitizing equipment).
Parktone Primary School
2008.06 - 2008.06
- Reading books to children, correcting work sheets, joining in group activities, acting as an assistant for classroom teacher, looking after the preps, worked with kids from prep to grade six, helped out with different subjects, worked with students in small groups.
Education
CELTA -
University of Cambridge
CERTIFICATE III -
Early Years Training
CERTIFICATE 3 -
Victorian University
Skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Problem solving & troubleshooting
- Ability to handle stress and pressure
- Time Management
- Critical thinking
- Disciplined
- Up-to-date teaching methods
- Planning curriculum & lesson plans
- Classroom management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
References
- NILGUN ARTUNER, Izmir Ozel Turk Koleji, 0532 302 6090
- IREM GURSOY, ARGEMON DANISMANLIK, 05058749581
Timeline
ENGLISH TEACHER
İTÜ GVO Gaziemir
2023.08 - 2024.01
NATIVE TEACHER
29 Mayıs Okulları
2022.08 - 2023.01
ENGLISH TEACHER
Özel Ege
2020.08 - 2022.01
ENGLISH TEACHER
Bilnet Schools Karsıyaka
2020.08 - 2022.01
ENGLISH TEACHER
International House
2017.08 - 2018.12
ENGLISH TEACHER
Özel Karşıyaka Piri Reis Okulları
2017.08 - 2018.08
ENGLISH TEACHER
İzmir Özel Türk Koleji
2016.08 - 2017.08
ENGLISH TEACHER
Gymboree ITK
2015.07 - 2016.08
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Early Beginners Childcare Center
2013.11 - 2015.11
BARISTA
Cafe Fiori
2012.12 - 2013.10
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
OCIS Optus
2011.09 - 2012.02
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
TSA Telco Group
2011.03 - 2011.08
BARISTA
Coffee Club
2009.11 - 2010.12
Parktone Primary School
2008.06 - 2008.06
CASHIER
KFC
2007.06 - 2009.01
CELTA -
University of Cambridge
CERTIFICATE III -
Early Years Training
CERTIFICATE 3 -
Victorian University