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Ozge Yakut Tutuncuoglu

Boca Raton,FL

Summary

Resourceful English Instructor adept at delivering high-quality instruction and achieving maximum productivity with efficient task completion. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement strategies. Excel in communication, critical thinking, and adaptability, ensuring positive educational outcomes and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Instructor

Middle East Technical University
Ankara, Turkey
09.2012 - 05.2024
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
  • Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods.
  • Integrated technology tools into instructional practices effectively.
  • Provided academic support through tutoring and mentoring sessions.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to promote language learning outside class.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching English literature and composition courses.
  • Adapted teaching strategies to different student learning styles and skill levels.
  • Encouraged students to participate in class discussions, debates and activities to foster language development.
  • Provided individualized instruction for struggling learners in order to help them reach their academic goals.
  • Utilized a variety of assessment methods including oral presentations, portfolios, quizzes and writing assignments.
  • Assessed student progress by providing frequent feedback through written reports and verbal evaluations.
  • Reviewed student work and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Incorporated technology into the classroom setting using interactive software programs such as Powerpoint, Google Docs.
  • Evaluated textbooks, resources materials and teaching aids for appropriateness within the curriculum framework.

English Program Coordinator and English Instructor

TOBB University Of Economics and Technology
Ankara, Turkey
09.2008 - 05.2012
  • Coordinated curriculum development for English language programs across various levels.
  • Developed promotional materials to increase awareness of English programs within the community.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather student input on program effectiveness and content.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of students' attendance, grades, and assessments.
  • Conducted regular meetings with teachers to discuss course objectives and evaluation methods.
  • Attended conferences, workshops, seminars and professional development activities related to the field of ESL education.

Education

Ph.D. - English Literature

Middle East Technical University
Ankara
02-2018

Master of Arts - English Literature

Middle East Technical University
Ankara
06-2011

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching

Middle East Teachnical University
Ankara
06-2008

Minor Degree - Psychology

Middle East Technical University
Ankara
06-2008

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective feedback
  • Communication strategies
  • English literature
  • English language instruction
  • Collaborative learning

Certification

  • In Service Teacher Training Program, Department of Basic English, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, 2013.
  • Going Beyond Textbook, TOBB Economics and Technology University, Ankara, 2012.
  • Language and Technology, TOBB Economics and Technology University, Ankara, 2012.
  • Class Interaction and Management, TOBB Economics and Technology University, Ankara, 2012.
  • Language, Methodology and Culture, ELC English Language School, Brighton, England, 2011.
  • Creative ELT, Pilgrims and Pearson, Izmir, 2009.
  • `Reaching Our Horizons`: A Platform for Sharing Best Practice, TOBB Economics and Technology University, 2009.

Accomplishments

  • Middle East Technical University Academic Performance Award, Department of Basic English, Ankara, Turkey, 2014
  • Grundtvig Grant, Turkish National Agency, Ankara, Turkey

Languages

Turkish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Publications

  • Kok Caglar and Ozge Yakut Tutuncuoglu, Word Choice, Pelikan Publishing House, 2019. (Vocabulary Book)

Timeline

English Instructor

Middle East Technical University
09.2012 - 05.2024

English Program Coordinator and English Instructor

TOBB University Of Economics and Technology
09.2008 - 05.2012

Ph.D. - English Literature

Middle East Technical University

Master of Arts - English Literature

Middle East Technical University

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching

Middle East Teachnical University

Minor Degree - Psychology

Middle East Technical University

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