SONGUL GUNES
Morristown
Summary
"Passionate Mathematics Teacher with extensive teaching experience in Turkey, now excited to transition into the New Jersey education system. I have a deep-seated love for teaching and a proven history of helping students master Mathematical Analysis, Trigonometry, and Geometry, while also coaching them for international competitions. As a newcomer to the state, I have already initiated the NJ certification process and am eager to start as a Substitute Teacher. I am committed to utilizing my years of classroom experience to support students, assist school faculty, and contribute to "a positive learning environment in a local school district."
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Bahcesehir College / Ugur Okullari
09.2017 - 08.2022
As a mathematics teacher, I taught advanced courses in Mathematical Analysis, Trigonometry, and Geometry. I worked on preparing students for prestigious international competitions and high-stakes exams.
As a department head, I specialized in departmental leadership, overseeing academic supervision and teacher performance monitoring for two years.
I regularly organized mathematics competitions and mathematics materials exhibitions every year.
Note: The name of this school has been changed to MBA SCHOOLS.
Mathematics Teacher
Gelecek Koleji
10.2022 - 08.2023
I taught classes in all areas of mathematics at the high school level, including analysis, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Mathematics Teacher
Own Business
01.2015 - 01.2025
- I have given private lessons in English and Turkish, sometimes one-on-one in my office, but mostly online. I have also given remote lessons to students in IB schools in Poland.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Measurement And Evaluation
MERSIN UNIVERSITY
TURKEY06-2020
Teacher Training - Training in Education
Nigde Omer Halisdemir University
Turkey01-2015
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
EGE UNIVERSITY
TURKEY01-2014
Skills
- Expert problem solving
- Student assistance
- Critical thinking promotion
- Technology integration
- Summative assessment
- Formative assessment
- Data-driven decision making
- Materials management
- Student mentoring
- Peer tutoring
- Instructional adaptation
- Project-based learning
- Feedback provision
- Mathematical concepts
- Strong analytical thinking
- Online learning
- Mathematical modeling
- Creative lesson planning
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Concept demonstration
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Mathematics
- Student tutoring
- Mathematics and statistics
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Algebra
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Online teaching
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Number theory
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Self motivation
- Adaptability
- Learning strategies
- Project management
- Research methods
- Data interpretation
- Analytical skills
- Classroom technology integration
- Collaboration
- Linear algebra
- Differential equations
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Interests
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Historical Exploration
- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
- Volunteer Travel
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Enjoy creating and following travel blogs and vlogs
- Road Trip
- sewing, candle making, epoxy material design
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Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Gelecek Koleji
10.2022 - 08.2023
Mathematics Teacher
Bahcesehir College / Ugur Okullari
09.2017 - 08.2022
Mathematics Teacher
Own Business
01.2015 - 01.2025
Master of Science - Educational Measurement And Evaluation
MERSIN UNIVERSITY
Teacher Training - Training in Education
Nigde Omer Halisdemir University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
EGE UNIVERSITY