Sila Caglar
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
I am a junior at Saint Louis University majoring in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology. I have been playing competitive chess for 16 years and have over three years of experience as a chess instructor, which has strengthened my teaching, communication, and critical thinking skills. On campus, I serve on the executive board of SLU On The Move, leading initiatives around sustainable transportation, and I am an active member of an environmental/transit policy pod. I am passionate about neuroscience research, psychology, and community engagement, and I am eager to apply my skills in both academic and professional settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Berna Dogan Chess Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Teach individual and group chess lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels.
- Develop personalized training plans to improve students’ strategic thinking, focus, and problem-solving skills.
- Coach students for tournaments and competitive play.
- Assessed student learning styles to tailor tutoring methods for individual needs.
- Provided constructive feedback to students, fostering improvement and confidence in academic performance.
Tutor
Private Chess Coach
03.2021 - Current
- Provide one-on-one instruction to beginner and intermediate players.
- Guide students through structured training programs, fostering critical thinking and resilience.
- Built long-term student relationships, leading to consistent skill growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO12-2026
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic knowledge of R programming
- Skilled in literature review and data analysis
- Experienced in teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students
- Strong leadership and teamwork abilities
- Effective communication across diverse groups
Accomplishments
- 2025 Benasque Chess Open – 1st place in Women’s Standings (Best Female), Open Section
- 2025 34th Kavala Chess Open – 1st place in Women’s Standings (Best Female), Open Section
- 2022 U.S. Masters – Best Female & 2nd place in U2400 Section
- 2019 Turkey Women’s Chess Championship – 2nd place
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Tutor
Berna Dogan Chess Academy
01.2023 - Current
Tutor
Private Chess Coach
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Saint Louis University
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