Erdem Keles
Pittsburg,CA
Summary
Passionate English educator with a Bachelor’s degree in English Language Teaching and a California Single Subject Teaching Credential in English. Experienced in both international and U.S. education systems, with a track record of creating engaging, student-centered lessons and adapting instruction to diverse learning needs. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum design, crisis response, and educational technology, committed to fostering academic growth and positive learning environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Aide
Spectrum Center Schools
Pittsburg, California
01.2025 - Current
- Supported teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Prepared and organized instructional materials for daily lessons.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to maintain classroom order.
English Teacher
Sinop Sehit Halil Ozdogru Middle School
Sinop, Turkey
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided personalized support for students needing additional help.
- Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Designed and integrated game-based activities to foster an engaging, enjoyable learning environment.
English Teacher
Sinop Omer Halisdemir Anadolu High School
Sinop, Turkey
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Created engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - English Language Teaching
Sinop University
Turkey06-2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Behavioral techniques
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Educational technology
Affiliations
- Volunteer, English Conversation Club Facilitator
- Participant, International Teacher Exchange Workshops
- Hiking and Outdoor Exploration
- Sudoku & Logic Puzzles Enthusiast
- Member, Social Justice in ELT Initiative – Sinop, Turkey
Certification
- California Single Subject Teaching Credential – English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructional Aide
Spectrum Center Schools
01.2025 - Current
English Teacher
Sinop Sehit Halil Ozdogru Middle School
10.2023 - 11.2024
English Teacher
Sinop Omer Halisdemir Anadolu High School
09.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor's Degree - English Language Teaching
Sinop University