Simay Bıçakcı
Study Abroad Advisor/English Teacher
Summary
Helpful Peer Leader with strong clerical and supervisory skills. Friendly personality builds welcoming work environments for both students and supervisors, creating space for questions and concerns. Experience with planning individual and group study sessions. Inform both parents and students with yearly presentation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
English Teacher
TAD Language Schools
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
English Teacher
Fatsa Açı College
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Peer Advisor, Office of Study Abroad
Ordu Bahcesehir Science and Technology High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Helped organize re-entry workshops for returning students, facilitating their adjustment back into domestic academic life.
- Conducted thorough research on potential partner institutions abroad to ensure high-quality educational offerings for participating students.
- Collaborated with Office of Study Abroad staff to develop marketing materials for promoting program awareness and participation.
- Managed student inquiries via phone, email, and walk-ins, ensuring timely responses and accurate information dissemination.
- Tracked student progress throughout their study abroad journey by maintaining detailed records and files on each participant.
- Enhanced student understanding of study abroad programs by conducting informative presentations and workshops.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
English Teacher
Ordu Bahcesehir Science and Technology High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Ordu University
Ordu, Turkey 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Erciyes University
Kayseri, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
Cultural Adaptability
Cross-cultural awareness
Foreign language proficiency
Social interaction
Interpersonal Relationships
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Multitasking
Student Support
Effective Communication
Organizational Skills
Student Records Management
Academic Support
Languages
Turkish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Beginner
A1
Certification
Kaplan International School in United Kingdom
Timeline
SAT Teacher Training Course, Bahcesehir College
01-2024
Study Abroad Consultant, Global Education Center
01-2024
Peer Advisor, Office of Study Abroad
Ordu Bahcesehir Science and Technology High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
English Teacher
Ordu Bahcesehir Science and Technology High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
English Teacher
Fatsa Açı College
09.2019 - 06.2020
English Teacher
TAD Language Schools
09.2018 - 06.2019
Kaplan International School in United Kingdom
08-2017
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Ordu University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Erciyes University
04.2001 -