GULSIRIN KOCAK
LONDON,UK
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Mathematics Teacher with over 12 years of teaching and mentoring experince, now seeking to contribute as a Teaching Assistant in UK schools. Skilled in classroom management, student engagement, and adapting lessons to meet diverse learning needs, including SEND support. Proficient in educational technology and committed to fostering an inclusive, positive, and safe learning environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Volunteer Retail Assistant
Oxfam
Wimbledon Village, UK
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Assisting with customer service, merchandising, and daily store operations.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork and organisational skills in a fast-paced retail environment.
Mathematics Teacher
MEB
Eskisehir, Turkey
01.2017 - 09.2023
- Taught mathematics to middle school students, adapting lessons to meet individual student needs.
- Managed classrooms of up to 30 students, maintaining an effective and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and implement lesson plans and assessments.
Mathematics Teacher
MEB
Istanbul, Turkey
07.2014 - 01.2017
- Developed and delivered engaging mathematics lessons, improving student understanding and performance.
- Provided additional support to students with learning difficulties, enhancing their academic progress.
Mathematics Teacher
MEB
Van, Turkey
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Created and implemented curricula tailored to students' learning abilities and needs.
- Delivered one-to-one support to struggling students, improving their mathematical proficiency.
Education
Master’s Degree - Assessment and Evaluation in Education
Institute of Educational Sciences, Hacettepe University
09.2018 - 08.2022
BA (Hons) - Teaching Mathematics in Primary and Middle School
Faculty of Education, Osmangazi University
09.2006 - 06.2010
Skills
- Classroom management and student engagement
- Lesson planning and curriculum support
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Behaviour management and safeguarding awareness
- Proficient in MS Office and educational software
- Teamwork and collaborative approach
- Patience, empathy, and adaptability
- Supporting SEND students and inclusion strategies
- Strong relationship-building skills with pupils and parents
Certification
Safeguarding in Schools, Academies and Colleges
Provider: NSPCC Learning
Accredited by: CPD Certification Service
Completed: 31 Mar 2025
Enhanced DBS Check
Issued: Dec 2024
Status: Registered with the Update Service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer Retail Assistant
Oxfam
10.2023 - 09.2025
Master’s Degree - Assessment and Evaluation in Education
Institute of Educational Sciences, Hacettepe University
09.2018 - 08.2022
Mathematics Teacher
MEB
01.2017 - 09.2023
Mathematics Teacher
MEB
07.2014 - 01.2017
Mathematics Teacher
MEB
09.2011 - 06.2014
BA (Hons) - Teaching Mathematics in Primary and Middle School
Faculty of Education, Osmangazi University
09.2006 - 06.2010
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