Suzan Özgelen Gülçat
Teacher, Teacher Educator, Course & Learning Content Designer
Ankara
Summary
Experienced language instructor, teacher educator, and content designer with 19 years of professional experience. Proven track record in coordinating Cambridge courses including CELTA, DELTA, and Cambridge Train the Trainer at ATI. Skilled in leading training programs for English language educators and academic staff in K12 and higher education. Certified teacher educator with expertise in academic course design, materials writing, and curriculum development projects.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
CELTA Trainer
Cambridge Assessment English
06.2017 - Current
- Worked as Assistant Course Tutor and Main Course Tutor on both face-to-face and online courses, including full-time and part-time formats.
- Supervised Celta tutors in training (Bilkent University, 2024)
DELTA Trainer
Cambridge Assessment English
07.2015 - Current
- Worked as Main Course Tutor for face-to-face and online part-time Delta Module 2 courses.
- Supported candidates in Modules 1 and 3.
Academic Director
NSLS Education
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided professional development opportunities for teachers, organizing and delivering teacher training workshops and webinars.
- Guided and supported schools in the development of courses and course content.
- Developed and adapted course content and materials, incorporating innovative methodologies, digital tools, and best practices in ELT to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Designed customized Business English and Academic English courses and course content for higher education institutions.
- Provided educational consultancy to schools, advising on curriculum development, materials selection, and effective integration of coursebooks (including McGraw Hill resources).
Teacher Educator & Academic Consultant
Anatolia Training Institute (ATI)
08.2016 - 03.2023
- Served as DELTA Course Director, leading the design, delivery, and quality assurance of Module 2 courses (face-to-face and online), ensuring alignment with Cambridge English standards.
- Supported DELTA candidates on DELTA Modules 1 and 3, providing guidance on exam preparation, assignment writing, and research skills.
- Worked as CELTA Main and Assistant Course Tutor on full-time, part-time, face-to-face, and online courses, delivering input sessions and supporting teaching practice.
- Worked as Lead & Support Educator on Cambridge Train the Trainer courses (2020–2022), leading and supporting the development of teacher educators.
- Designed and delivered teacher training programs tailored to institutional and individual needs, including bespoke CPD workshops for both K12 and higher education institutions.
- Took part in a curriculum development project at a higher education institution in Ankara/Turkey.
English Language Instructor
Bilkent University, School of English Language
08.2006 - 08.2014
- Increased student participation via engaging lessons and course content.
- Evaluated and designed lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
- Worked as a member of the Curriculum Development and Improvement Task Group (2014), redesigning strands and objectives, formulating Can-Do statements in line with CEFR descriptors, ensuring vertical and horizontal progression across all levels in each of the skills and systems areas.
- Worked as a core member of the proficiency exam marking team, contributing to standardization and quality assurance.
Education
M.A. - Management in Education
Bilkent University
01.2010 - 01.2012
B.A. - English Language and Literature
Hacettepe University
01.2002 - 01.2006
Skills
- Teacher Training
- Curriculum Design
- Material Development
- Digital Literacy
- Content Digitization
- Professional Authorship
- Consultancy
- Academic Leadership
- Online instruction
Qualifications and Certifications
- ATI Trainer Training Course (Certificate of Achievement), 2015
- DELTA Diploma, Cambridge Assessment English, 2011
- ICELT Certificate, Cambridge Assessment English, 2008
Acquired Skills
- Teacher Training: Extensive experience coordinating and delivering teacher training programs.
- Curriculum Design and Material Development: Skilled in academic course design, materials writing, and curriculum development, with a proven track record of creating innovative and tailored educational content.
- Digital Literacy and Content Digitization: Proficient in digitizing educational content for improved accessibility and engagement across multiple platforms, catering to both K12 and higher education sectors.
- Professional Authorship and Consultancy: Demonstrated ability in authoring educational materials and serving as a learning consultant, with a focus on customized content creation for diverse learning environments.
- Academic Leadership: Experience in directing academic programs and leading strategic initiatives in language education, ensuring excellence in instructional quality and curriculum alignment.
Timeline
Academic Director
NSLS Education
03.2023 - 06.2025
CELTA Trainer
Cambridge Assessment English
06.2017 - Current
Teacher Educator & Academic Consultant
Anatolia Training Institute (ATI)
08.2016 - 03.2023
DELTA Trainer
Cambridge Assessment English
07.2015 - Current
M.A. - Management in Education
Bilkent University
01.2010 - 01.2012
English Language Instructor
Bilkent University, School of English Language
08.2006 - 08.2014
B.A. - English Language and Literature
Hacettepe University
01.2002 - 01.2006