Busra Kayi Tarhan
Arlington,VA
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. High-performing Board Member with substantial experience providing strategic leadership and governance to organizations. Proven track record of success in managing budgets and making sound business decisions. Team-oriented and driven to building relationships and fostering culture of excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
American Turkish Association Of Washington DC
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
- Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
- Presided over board meetings and conducted board business to address organizational objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategies to drive organizational growth and development.
- Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organizational progress and goals.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate short- and long-term success.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
Singer
YouTube
01.2018 - Current
- Generated singing exercises to develop voice.
- Trained and prepared voice, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano, tenor, alto and bass.
- Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
- Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.
- Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.
- Collaborated with producers to fine-tune songs or albums, releasing [Number] albums and singles.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
English NTeacher
Teaching
01.2010 - 08.2013
- 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.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Fashion Designer
Owners
01.2008 - 02.2010
- Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
- Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
- Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
- Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American Literature
Golden Horn Üniversitesi
Turkiye06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Conservatory of Music
Turkiye02.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion
Turkey, TX01.1999
Skills
- Technology Integration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Online Instruction
- Academic Advisement
- Parent Communication
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Talent Recruitment
- Succession Planning
- Marketing and Advertising
- Media Relations
- Economic Analysis
Timeline
Board Member
American Turkish Association Of Washington DC
07.2023 - Current
Singer
YouTube
01.2018 - Current
English NTeacher
Teaching
01.2010 - 08.2013
Fashion Designer
Owners
01.2008 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Arts - American Literature
Golden Horn Üniversitesi
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Conservatory of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion
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