Sports & Cooking
Sarah Zahedi
Sale % Teaching
Swansea,SWA
Summary
With a Bachelor's in Tourism Management from the University of Tehran and an MBA from Istanbul Gelisim University, I have gained experience across various fields, including tourism management, technical management, and English language teaching. This diverse background provides me with a unique perspective and strong skills in strategic planning, project management, and cross-cultural communication. I am committed to applying my expertise to drive success in dynamic environments and promote effective global business practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
English Teacher
English 360
Vancouver, Canada
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-zahedi-03321222b
- Supervised and tutored a group of slower learners in order to improve their oral and written tests, resulting in a 15% increase in test scores
- I've been trying to instill a sense of self-worth in them in order to bring out the best in each of them
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
- Established rapport with students' guardians and kept them informed of their progress and potential problems
- Have been in charge of teaching Speaking lessons for Duolingo test, General English, IG, IA and TOEFL tests
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-zahedi-03321222b
English Literature Teacher (Grade 8-9-10)
Almawakeb International School
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Created a vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions
- I have prepared comprehensive feedback and revision plans for students
- I have delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations, and standardised tests
- Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence
- Engaged with students through conversational language, simplifying curriculum into relevant, understandable information
- Taught spelling, pronunciation, and sentence structure to form the basic foundation of language
- Developed intervention strategies to improve student performance
- Organised extra-curricular activities and field trips to supplement and enhance the learning experience
- Recommended effective additional learning resources, aiding continued student confidence and abilities
- Highlighted importance of composition, grammar and sentence construction rules
IELTS Instructor
Istanbul/ Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed and prioritized assignments to meet deadlines and last-minute requests
- Graded work and provided constructive feedback for improvement
- Assessed student abilities to tailor learning programs
- Organized resources to support learning and course objectives
Technical Manager
Malek Seir Hasti Travel Agency
Tehran, Persia
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Worked closely with customers to evaluate various types of risks such as impact, reputation, and regulatory
- Guided, coached, and led project teams, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources
- Managed deliverable estimates, negotiated resource conflicts, and allocated resources
English Teacher for Tourism and Hospitality
Arasbaran
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Taught English with a focus on international tourism
- Conducted discussion classes, organized real tours, and provided practice for learners in English as tour guides
Nursery School Teacher
Golshan Garden Nursery School
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Helping to nurture and develop the knowledge and abilities of children's English
- Responsible for helping organise, plan and organise, plan, and participate in activities that entertain and teach children
- Also in charge of observing and summarising a child's progress in areas such as reading and music
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills
On-the-Job Trainer
Malek Seir Hasti
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Displayed working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
- Participated in tour packaging departmental team meetings
General English Teacher
ALC
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Worked with students of all ages, from young children to adults, and at all English proficiency levels, from beginning to advanced
- The most popular teaching tools were excellent publications like Four Corners, Strategies for Listening, Word Skills, Grammar in Use, and Passages
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes
Education
Master of Science: MBA -
Istanbul Gelisim University
01.2022 - 01.2024
B.S - Tourism Management
University of Science and Research
01.2007 - 01.2010
TESOL - Teaching English to Speaking of other Languages
Vancouver International College
IELTS - English
British Council
CAE / FCE - The English Language
Afaq
01.2016 - 01.2017
International Tour Guide Certificate - Tourism
Royal Gasht Qarn Institute
Technical Management of Tourism - Tourism and Hospitality
The Royal Gasht
Skills
- Patience
- Communication skills
- Empathy
- Organisational skills
- Lesson planning
- Computer skills
- Teamwork
- Intercultural sensitivity
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Emotional intelligence
- District Standards
- Grammar and Punctuation Rules
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
Additional Information
I am a wee bit of a globe trotter whenever I get a chance., A sports enthusiast, An epicure, A language and word lover
Certification
TESOL
Interests
Timeline
English Literature Teacher (Grade 8-9-10)
Almawakeb International School
01.2024 - 05.2024
English Teacher
English 360
09.2022 - 11.2024
Master of Science: MBA -
Istanbul Gelisim University
01.2022 - 01.2024
IELTS Instructor
Istanbul/ Turkey
01.2019 - 05.2022
Technical Manager
Malek Seir Hasti Travel Agency
04.2017 - 04.2019
Nursery School Teacher
Golshan Garden Nursery School
01.2017 - 12.2017
On-the-Job Trainer
Malek Seir Hasti
04.2016 - 04.2017
English Teacher for Tourism and Hospitality
Arasbaran
01.2016 - 01.2018
CAE / FCE - The English Language
Afaq
01.2016 - 01.2017
General English Teacher
ALC
01.2013 - 01.2015
B.S - Tourism Management
University of Science and Research
01.2007 - 01.2010
TESOL - Teaching English to Speaking of other Languages
Vancouver International College
IELTS - English
British Council
International Tour Guide Certificate - Tourism
Royal Gasht Qarn Institute
Technical Management of Tourism - Tourism and Hospitality
The Royal Gasht
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