Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Reference
Timeline
Teacher
Tannaz Zand

Tannaz Zand

English Language Instructor & Level Coordinator
Istanbul

Summary

Experienced English language instructor with 15+ years in academia, specializing in curriculum design, teacher training, and student-centered learning. Proven track record of fostering academic excellence and leadership through innovative teaching strategies. Recognized for delivering high-quality education and creating an engaging classroom environment that promotes active participation and critical thinking skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Elementary Level Coordinator

Ibn Haldun University
09.2022 - Current

- Coordinated and monitored teaching activities for the elementary level, ensuring consistency and quality.

- Designed and adapted lesson plans, exams, and supplementary materials to meet institutional standards.

- Led weekly teacher meetings and training sessions to address challenges and improve teaching practices.

English Language Instructor

Ibn Haldun University
09.2019 - Current

- Delivered skill-based courses (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) to university preparatory students.

- Collaborated with colleagues on material development and assessment design.

- Contributed to TESOL training courses and ran professional development workshops for peers.

English Language Instructor

Amerikan Kultur Dil Okullari
09.2018 - 12.2019

- Taught adult and teenage learners using task-based and communicative approaches.

- Organized conversation clubs to enhance fluency and accuracy in spoken English.

English Language Instructor

Safir Language Academy
09.2013 - 07.2018

- Delivered lessons to adults and teenagers, focusing on communicative approaches.

- Designed movie- and song-based materials to make lessons engaging.

- Actively participated in professional development workshops.

Education

Master of Arts - English Language Teaching (ELT)

Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Translation

Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran
04.2001 -

Skills

Curriculum Development & Instructional Design

Certification

- Delta Module 2 Certification

Reference

Muhammet Furkan Alpat; Director of the School of Languages, Ibn Haldun University. furkan.alpat@ihu.edu.tr

Dr. Jaber Kamalivahedazad; Professional Development Coordinator, Ibn Haldun University.
jaber.kamali@ihu.edu.tr

Timeline

Elementary Level Coordinator

Ibn Haldun University
09.2022 - Current

- PTE Teacher Training

12-2020

English Language Instructor

Ibn Haldun University
09.2019 - Current

English Language Instructor

Amerikan Kultur Dil Okullari
09.2018 - 12.2019

- Delta Module 2 Certification

08-2017

English Language Instructor

Safir Language Academy
09.2013 - 07.2018

Master of Arts - English Language Teaching (ELT)

Islamic Azad University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Translation

Islamic Azad University
04.2001 -
Tannaz ZandEnglish Language Instructor & Level Coordinator