Umut Ozkurt
English Lecturer
Seyhan
Summary
Dedicated English lecturer with 12 years of experience instructing young and adult learners in English language. Gifted in curriculum development and lecturing to maximize student engagement and learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Lecturer
Koc University
lstanbul
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Taught English language to prep students in classroom setting.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
- Administered tests to determine comprehension rates among students.
English Lecturer
University Of Bahrain
Manama
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Taught English language to prep-class students in classroom.
- Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
- Designed and developed instructional activities using data from student learning style assessments.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
English Teacher
Tarsus American College
Tarsus
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
English Teacher
Al Hekma International School
Riffa
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
English Lecturer
Jumeira University
Dubai
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Taught English language to prep-class students.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
English Instructor
Al Faisal Academy
Riyadh
09.2010 - 09.2015
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Taught English language to young and adult students.
- Established and maintained student behavioral standards to achieve functional learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL
York St John University
United Kingdom 09.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching
Anadolu University
Eskisehir, Turkiye 09.2003 - 07.2007
Skills
Curriculum development
undefinedTimeline
English Lecturer
Koc University
09.2022 - 09.2023
English Lecturer
University Of Bahrain
09.2018 - 09.2022
English Teacher
Tarsus American College
09.2017 - 08.2018
English Teacher
Al Hekma International School
09.2016 - 08.2017
English Lecturer
Jumeira University
09.2015 - 09.2016
English Instructor
Al Faisal Academy
09.2010 - 09.2015
Master of Arts - TESOL
York St John University
09.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching
Anadolu University
09.2003 - 07.2007
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