Yusuf Özokutan
International College Counselor
Beykoz
Summary
To obtain a college counselor position in a secondary level school.
Experienced college counselor with over 18 years of expertise in guiding students through the college admissions process. Proven track record of successful acceptances to all Ivy League schools, Oxbridge, and top European universities. Many students have earned full scholarships, reflecting a commitment to helping each student reach their highest potential.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
College Counselor - IB & AP Coordinator
British International School,Istanbul
07.2023 - Current
- Planned grade-specific events for parents to address specific needs of academic year.
- Completed FAFSA and CSS Profiles for students to ensure eligibility for financial aid.
- Refined curriculum to create top-notch college placement courses.
- Implemented individualized college planning sessions to address unique needs of each student and set achievable goals for their future.
- Collaborated with faculty members to identify at-risk students and develop intervention plans to optimize academic performance.
College Counselor
IVY Global Danismanlik A.S.
11.2016 - 06.2023
- Has founded the IVY Global Danismanlik College Counseling Company
- Has opened seven offices in Istanbul in 5 years (Zorlu Center, Akasya & Trump)
- Guide students to apply to IVY League and Top Universities In the World
- Has guided students to enroll at Oxford, Harvard, MIT, Princeton and more
- Has helped students to receive full scholarships from colleges
- Taught AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, IB HL Mathematics
- Many acceptance from colleges all around the world
College Counseling Software Adviser
Apex Systems
11.2012 - 10.2016
- Promoted the product all around the world
- Has worked with the State of California to get the product approved
- Has created a website and supported the customers
- Has guided the engineering team to create the College Counseling software
College Counselor
Venice High School
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Company Overview: Los Angeles Unified School District
- Increased schools` API score to 842
- School has been selected the best school in Los Angeles Unified Schools District
- Got accepted to the University of California - San Diego College Counseling program
- Los Angeles Unified School District
College Counselor
Carson High School
08.2008 - 07.2011
- Company Overview: Los Angeles Unified School District
- Passed CBEST Exam
- Passed CSET Mathematics 1 and CSET Mathematics 2 Exams
- The team of students received 1st place in the math competition at Stanford University
- Los Angeles Unified School District
- Completed FAFSA and CSS Profiles for students to ensure eligibility for financial aid.
College Counselor
Reseda High School
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Company Overview: Los Angeles Unified School District
- Has contributed to increased schools` API score by 61 points
- The team received the 2nd place in Future City Competition in California
- Los Angeles Unified School District
- Completed FAFSA and CSS Profiles for students to ensure eligibility for financial aid.
- Students were accepted into top ten colleges.
Education
The Natural Science and Mathematics Teacher -
University of Marmara
01.2001 - 01.2005
College Counselor Program - undefined
University of San Diego
San Diego, California 01.2011 - 01.2012
Mathematics Teaching Masters Program - undefined
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, California 01.2013 - 01.2015
Skills
- Advanced Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking in English
- Microsoft Office
- Advanced Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking in Turkish
- Public Speech
Hobbies
- Volunteering – Actively involved in community service projects and charitable organizations.
- Photography – Enjoy capturing moments through photography and exploring creative visual arts.
- Fitness – Dedicated to maintaining an active lifestyle through regular exercise and outdoor activities.
- Hiking – Passionate about hiking and exploring nature, embracing the challenge and serenity of the outdoors.
Certification
IBDP Leading the Learning
Timeline
IBDP Leading the Learning
05-2024
College Counselor - IB & AP Coordinator
British International School,Istanbul
07.2023 - Current
College Counselor
IVY Global Danismanlik A.S.
11.2016 - 06.2023
Mathematics Teaching Masters Program - undefined
California State University Long Beach
01.2013 - 01.2015
College Counseling Software Adviser
Apex Systems
11.2012 - 10.2016
College Counselor
Venice High School
08.2011 - 10.2012
College Counselor Program - undefined
University of San Diego
01.2011 - 01.2012
College Counselor
Carson High School
08.2008 - 07.2011
College Counselor
Reseda High School
08.2007 - 07.2008
The Natural Science and Mathematics Teacher -
University of Marmara
01.2001 - 01.2005
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