MELIS AYSU YIGIT
Linwood,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate psychology professional pursuing an Educational Specialist Degree in School Psychology. Experienced in clinical and educational settings with a strong foundation in psychological assessment, counseling, and student support. Fluent in English and Turkish, with a passion for promoting students' social, emotional, and academic development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Pleasantville High School
06.2023 - Current
- Currently supporting high school students by implementing lesson plans and maintaining classroom management in various subject areas.
- High School
Substitute Teacher
Northfield Community School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Followed teachers’ lesson plans to support students from Kindergarten through 5th grade.
- Maintained a structured and positive classroom environment to promote student engagement and learning.
- Kindergarten through 5th grade
Substitute Teacher
Pleasantville School District
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Delivered age-appropriate instruction and supervised activities for preschool students, fostering early learning skills.
- Currently supporting high school students by implementing lesson plans and maintaining classroom management in various subject areas.
- Preschool
- Elementary School
Psychologist
Private Psychological Counseling Centers
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted individual therapy sessions, psychological assessments, and treatment planning for adolescents and adults.
Intern Clinical Psychologist
Sariyer Private Medical Center
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Participated in clinical evaluations, counseling, and diagnostic reporting under supervision.
Psychologist and Guidance Counselor
Ozel Kizilkaya Sisli Ugur Temel High School
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Supported students' social-emotional development, provided crisis interventions, and collaborated with parents and staff.
Intern Psychologist
Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Research Hospital
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Gained hands-on experience in psychological evaluations and therapy sessions within hospital settings.
Education
The Educational Specialist Degree - School Psychology
Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ05-2027
Master’s Degree - Clinical Psychology
Maltepe University
Istanbul, Turkiye01.2018
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology
Near East University
Nicosia, Cyprus01.2016
High School -
Oguz Canpolat High School
Istanbul, Turkiye01.2011
Skills
- Team collaboration,
- Problem-Solving, and Critical Thinking,
- Bilingual Communication (English/Turkish),
- Student Support and Counseling,
- Behavior Management Techniques,
- Classroom Behavior Support,
- Early Childhood and Adolescent Development,
- Multicultural Competence,
- Data Collection and Progress Monitoring,
- Individual and Group Counseling Support,
- Confidentiality and Ethical Practice,
- Positive Behavior Interventions, and Supports (PBIS)
Certification
- Certificate in Chemical Dependency Counseling | Cyprus Mental Health Institute, NAADAC | 2016
- Pedagogical Formation Course | Near East University | 2016
- English Language Program | Rowan University | 2022
LNGG
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Publications:
Relationship of Ruminative Thinking and Mindfulness with Depressive Mood (Master's Thesis, Clinical Psychology, 2018)
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Pleasantville High School
06.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Northfield Community School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Pleasantville School District
02.2022 - 06.2022
Intern Clinical Psychologist
Sariyer Private Medical Center
09.2017 - 05.2018
Psychologist
Private Psychological Counseling Centers
08.2017 - 06.2018
Psychologist and Guidance Counselor
Ozel Kizilkaya Sisli Ugur Temel High School
08.2016 - 09.2017
Intern Psychologist
Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Research Hospital
06.2015 - 07.2015
The Educational Specialist Degree - School Psychology
Rider University
Master’s Degree - Clinical Psychology
Maltepe University
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology
Near East University
High School -
Oguz Canpolat High School
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