Hilal Pehlivan
London
Summary
Engaging, resourceful, dedicated teacher with 20 years of experience. Dedicated educator with a proven track record of teaching in grade primary to secondary students. Skilled in implementing diverse teaching methodologies to create an inclusive learning environment. Proficient in curating a wide range of teaching materials, both technological and traditional, to deliver engaging lessons. Committed to enhancing students' reading proficiency through innovative initiatives such as reading campaigns and competitions. Adept at establishing strong partnerships between school, family, and students through the organization of various activities and events.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Volunteer Turkish Language Teacher
Amity Education Foundation, Saturday School
City of London, London
12.2021 - Current
- Taught Turkish language to students in years 2 to 6 as their mother tongue.
- Utilized various methods to enhance students' written and verbal communication skills in their native language.
- Encouraged reading and speaking in Turkish among students.
- Maintained communication with parents to emphasize importance of mother tongue.
Turkish Language Teacher
Stirling Schools
Baghdad, Iraq
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Taught Turkish as a second language to primary school students at an intermediate level.
- Led the Turkish language department as department head.
- Prepared students for written exams for secondary school entry.
- Enriched classroom effectiveness through engaging activities, games, competitions, and field trips.
- Guided 15 students for participation in international Turkish Language and Culture Olympiads in categories such as song and cultural presentation.
- Arranged both individual and group parent-teacher meetings to communicate students' progress with parents.
Turkish Language Teacher
Stirling Schools
Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Regime , Iraq
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Served as the head of the Turkish department.
- Taught Turkish as a second language to secondary school students in grades 7-9 at an advanced level.
- Offered guidance to students preparing for the International Turkish Language and Culture Olympiads in categories such as song, grammar, and poetry.
- Prepared students for high school entrance exams.
- Participated in after-school and weekend organizations and activities to foster student-teacher relationships and support student well-being.
Turkish Language and Literature Teacher
Fatih Schools
Istanbul, Turkey
08.2004 - 07.2016
- Taught Turkish Language and Literature to students in year 5 through 8.
- Implemented various teaching methodologies to foster an inclusive educational environment.
- Curated a diverse range of teaching materials, both technological and traditional, to facilitate engaging lessons.
- Enhanced students' reading proficiency through the organization of reading campaigns and participation in reading competitions.
- Guided students through domestic and international excursions.
- Organized residential camps aimed at fostering students' social and cognitive development.
- Established a comprehensive educational framework involving school, family, and students by arranging activities such as trips, breakfasts, and sport competitions that brought together parents and students.
- Initiated rapport with students by conducting home visits to meet their parents at the onset of each academic year as part of responsibilities as a class teacher.
Turkish Language Teacher
Fem Private Tutoring Center
Istanbul, Turkey
08.2002 - 07.2004
- Prepared students (aged 16 and above) thoroughly for university entrance exams.
- Implemented various assessment methods to monitor students' progress and address areas of weakness.
- Supported students' well-being during the stressful exam preparation period by organizing after-school activities.
- Participated in meetings, panels, and educational training sessions to enhance teaching skills.
Education
Level 2 - Cache Supporting Teaching And Learning
Haringey Learns
London 09.2023 - 02.2024
Pearson Edexel Level 1,Level 2 - Functional Skills English
Haringey Learns
London 09.2022 - 07.2023
Upper-intermediate Level - English
Nacel English School
London 09.2021 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Turkish Language and Literature Teaching
Marmara University, Institute of Educational
Istanbul 09.2002 - 02.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Turkish Language and Literature
Marmara University
Istanbul 09.1998 - 07.2002
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Behaviour management
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management and organization
- Creativity and innovation in teaching
- Continuous professional development
Timeline
Level 2 - Cache Supporting Teaching And Learning
Haringey Learns
09.2023 - 02.2024
Pearson Edexel Level 1,Level 2 - Functional Skills English
Haringey Learns
09.2022 - 07.2023
Volunteer Turkish Language Teacher
Amity Education Foundation, Saturday School
12.2021 - Current
Upper-intermediate Level - English
Nacel English School
09.2021 - 07.2022
Turkish Language Teacher
Stirling Schools
09.2018 - 08.2020
Turkish Language Teacher
Stirling Schools
08.2016 - 08.2018
Turkish Language and Literature Teacher
Fatih Schools
08.2004 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - Turkish Language and Literature Teaching
Marmara University, Institute of Educational
09.2002 - 02.2004
Turkish Language Teacher
Fem Private Tutoring Center
08.2002 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Turkish Language and Literature
Marmara University
09.1998 - 07.2002
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