Tuba Kızılkan
Izmir,10553
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with experience in settings. Forward-thinking when reviewing project requirements to determine precise solutions. Composed professional when working under tight schedules and limited budgets to achieve innovative designs meeting and exceeding objectives.
Hardworking Research Executive adept at targeting research for maximum effectiveness and relevant results. Knowledgeable about needs and practices, and focused on driving improvements.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Development Member
International Balkan Writers Research and Culture Association
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted research and development projects focused on Balkan literature and culture
- Contributed to the promotion and support of cultural and academic studies
- Engaged in collaborative efforts to explore and preserve Balkan heritage
Business English-teaching Engineers & Businesspeople
01.2020 - Current
Business English for Companies
01.2013 - Current
Teaching Young Learners
01.2009 - Current
ELT Professional, Head of English Department
izmirMinistry of Education
İzmir, İzmir
10.2000 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Facilitated communication between parents, faculty and other stakeholders regarding student success in their courses.
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Discussed curriculum changes with department staff and principals to facilitate action plans.
- Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Prepared reports on the performance of students in the English department.
- Presented academic webinars on international conferences.
- Worked on the integration of innovative teaching methods and techniques, including digital mind mapping.
- Developed specialized business English programs aligned with organizational goals.
English for Specific Purposes
01.2000 - Current
Teaching Adults
01.2000 - Current
Business English Teacher, Board Member, Chair of Technology Innovation Committee, Chair of Education Committee
City and Democracy Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered Business English courses to professionals, fostering improved communication skills
- Served as a Board Member, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making
- Led the Technology Innovation Committee, driving initiatives to integrate modern technologies
- Chaired the Education Committee, designing and overseeing educational programs and workshops
Teaching teenagers
01.2005 - 01.2021
Education
Bachelor -
Anadolu University Turkish Language and Literature
01.2021
International Relations -
Anadolu University
01.2021
Master's (without Thesis) -
Ahmet Yesevi University English Language Teaching
01.2021
Undergraduate -
Ege University English Language and Literature
01.2000
Skills
- Intellectual curiosity
- Design thinking
- Innovation management
- Interviewing skills
- Research design
- Performance goals
- Mentoring and coaching
- Training and development
- Business intelligence and analysis
- Business planning
- Academic goal-setting
- Teaching material development
- Pronunciation coaching
- Online teaching capabilities
- Effective listening
- Creative writing techniques
- Individualized instruction
- Building rapport
- Collaborative learning
- English literature
- Business communications
- Motivational leadership
- Fluency development
- Language acquisition support
- Interactive learning
- Progress monitoring
- Parent communication
- Peer collaboration
- Academic counseling
- TEFL
- Student motivation
- Lesson planning
- Cultural sensitivity
- Multimedia integration
- Individualized support
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Speaking instruction
- Proficiency assessment
Internationalpresentations
- Biggerplate MIND MAPPING FOR A MASTER'S DEGREE, 07/01/21
- Biggerplate VOCABULARY MAPPING FOR LANGUAGE LEARNING, 01/01/21
- International Talk on Mind-Mapping on English Vocabulary&Language Acquisition, 02/01/22
- Speed Reading, 01/01/22
- 7th International Conference on GDKP, 03/25/22
- MIND MAPPING AS A TEACHING TOOL FOR DIGITAL NATIVES, 2022
- IMPLEMENTING MIND MAPPING AS A TEACHING TOOL IN DISTANT ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING DURING COVID-19, 2022
- MIND MAPPING ON ENGLISH VOCABULARY&LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, 2022
- SUPPORTING NEURODIVERGENT STUDENTS ELT CONFERENCE: TEACHING PRACTICE, 2022
- ENHANCE PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND TEAM COLLABORATION WITH MIND MAPPING, 2023
- IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL MIND MAPPING IN TEACHING LANGUAGES TO DIGITAL LEARNERS, 2024
- ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND EDUCATION, 2024
- Innovative Pedagogies in Management Education: Bridging Theory and Practice for Future Leaders, 2024
Academicstudies
- The Application of VAK for Dyslexic learners in English Language Teaching, 2021
- Divergent EFL Teaching for Neurodivergent Students, 2022
- AI impacts in Education: Exploring AI advantages and disadvantages for Pedagogical Enhancement, 2023
Certificatesandtrainings
- Certificate of Teaching English in Public Schools, Ege University, 2000
- Oil Painting Techniques Painting Lessons, Ministry of National Education, 2002
- Methods and Techniques in ELT, Ministry of National Education, 2004
- International Certificate in Teaching English for Teachers Abroad, St Giles College Central London, 2009
- Developing Writing Skills & Creative and Critical Writing, David Evans TED Aliaga College, 2011
- Student-Centered Classroom, Fun Activities, and Teaching English to Non-Native Speakers, Steve Darn, Alan Scott, Guy Elders, 2011
- Interactive Communication Skills and Diction, Cem İlkir Developing Adam Training Academy, 2012
- Body Language and Imaging, Developing Man Training Academy, 2012
- Breathing and Zen Techniques, New Acropolis School of Philosophy, 2014
- Das Akademie Deutsch Zertifikat A1, 2014
- Philosophy Courses, 2016-2017
- Mental Image & Trust Management, Burak Tegin, 2016
- Effective Listening-How to Become a Better Listener, Mirgün Cabas, 2016
- The Secret of Happiness and Success in Business Life: BE YOURSELF!, Erdem Aksakal, 2016
- Adaptation to Difficult Conditions and Psychological Recovery in Exceptional Conditions, Ozanser Uğurlu, 2016
- Developing and improving memory skills, Practitioner, Nero Health, 2017
- Dyslexia Friendly Teacher, akademidisleksi, 2017
- NLP Practitioner, Yıldız G
- NEL, 2018
- Anger Management, Dr. Senay Öztemel, 2018
- Communication Skills and Speech Training, Dr. Senay Öztemel, 2018
- Misconceptions in Education, Dr. Özgür Polat, 2019
- Teaching for New Generations, Caner Sarıoglu, 2019
- Learning through Playing and Playing through Learning, Prof. Dr. Tolga Erdogan, 2019
- Teachers Shaping the Future, Burcu Aybat, 2019
- Student Coaching ACPT program ICF, Dilara Altınkan, 2019
- Basic Coaching Knowledge&Skills ACTP Program ICF, Dilara Altınkan, 2019
- Quantum Starter ACTP program, Dilara Altınkan, 2020
- ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY TESOL CERTIFICATE COURSE: Second Language Listening, Speaking and Pronunciation, 2022
- Teach English Now! Foundational Principles, 2023
- Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition, 2023
- Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment, 2023
- Teach English Now! Capstone Project 1, 2024
- Teach English Now! Second Language Reading, Writing, and Grammar, 2024
- Prompt Engineering: How to Talk to the AIs, 2024
- GPT-4: The New GPT Release and What You Need to Know, 2024
- Nano Tips for Using ChatGPT for Business with Rachel Woods, 2023
- Get Ready for Generative AI, 2023
- Mentoring Others, 2020
- What Is the Metaverse?, 2020
- Own Your Voice: Improve Presentations and Executive Presence, 2020
- The Six Morning Habits of High Performers, 2020
- How to Make Strategic Thinking a Habit, 2020
- Critical Thinking, 2022
Languages
Turkish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Business English Teacher, Board Member, Chair of Technology Innovation Committee, Chair of Education Committee
City and Democracy Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
Research and Development Member
International Balkan Writers Research and Culture Association
01.2022 - Current
Business English-teaching Engineers & Businesspeople
01.2020 - Current
Business English for Companies
01.2013 - Current
Teaching Young Learners
01.2009 - Current
Teaching teenagers
01.2005 - 01.2021
ELT Professional, Head of English Department
izmirMinistry of Education
10.2000 - Current
English for Specific Purposes
01.2000 - Current
Teaching Adults
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor -
Anadolu University Turkish Language and Literature
International Relations -
Anadolu University
Master's (without Thesis) -
Ahmet Yesevi University English Language Teaching
Undergraduate -
Ege University English Language and Literature
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