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Seniz Ozturk

Epping,VIC

Summary

As a passionate teacher candidate, I am dedicated to fostering supportive learning environments that encourage self-directed and collaborative learning. I prioritize student-centered approaches, differentiated teaching, and individualised support to recognize and embrace students' unique qualities and diversity. My commitment is to create a space where every student feels valued and capable of reaching their fullest potential.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Sales Associate

Spendless Shoes
Epping, VIC
01.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations of store opening and closing, optimizing overall efficiency.
  • Ensured store cleanliness to create a pleasant shopping atmosphere.
  • Maximized sales potential through adherence to VM standards for product displays and store layout
  • Managed inventory efficiently and effectively to ensure swift product turnover.

Retail Sales Associate

Myer
Melbourne, VIC
09.2019 - 06.2024
  • Reduced shrinkage through reporting and strategy implementation.
  • Assisted in various departments and managed click-and-collect orders.
  • Operated Point of Sale systems and resolved complex customer issues.
  • Exceeded sales targets through up-selling and promoting sales and memberships.

Third Round Pre-service Teacher Placement

Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School
Essendon, VIC
04.2024 - 05.2024

Taught Year 7 and 9 English, and Y9 English Development.

  • Focused on individual student needs through a holistic teaching approach
  • Promoted equity using the Universal Learning Design (UDL) framework
  • Created safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments
  • Effectively organised and sequenced lessons aligned with the curriculum
  • Experienced in teaching students with diverse learning needs, including dyslexia and autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
  • Applied differentiation strategies like explicit instruction, scaffolding, and strategic seating
  • Designed engaging lesson sequences and incorporated routine and structure to continuously improve student outcomes.
  • Employed social, communicative, and improvisational teaching strategies
  • Provided ongoing feedback and used various assessment tools
  • Taught key literacy and numeracy skills with a focus on vocabulary and written expression

Second Round Pre-service Teacher Placement

Strathmore Secondary College
Strathmore, VIC
08.2022 - 10.2022

Taught Year 10 and 11 English and Year 10 and 11 Media.

  • Created safe and supportive learning environments for students, maintaining a safe and orderly classroom.
  • Effectively organised and sequenced lessons to prepare students for assessments.
  • Implemented classroom time management strategies to maximise learning.
  • Applied behavioral management techniques to foster a positive classroom atmosphere.
  • Aligned lesson intentions and success criteria with the victorian school curriculum to meet educational standards.

First Round Pre-service Teacher Placement

Epping Secondary College
Epping, VIC
03.2022 - 04.2022

Taught Year 7 and 8 English, and Year 10 English Pathways.

  • Managed students with personalised instructional strategies to meet students unique learning needs and unlock their full potential.
  • Developed curriculum-aligned lesson plans and fostered critical thinking through inquiry-based activities.
  • Facilitated group activities and designed innovative methods for active learning.
  • Pursued professional development to stay current with best practices

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English and History (Major) Film Studies (Minor)

Monash University
Clayton, VIC
03-2022

Master of Teaching (Secondary) - English (Literature), History (Humanities), Media

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Fluent in Turkish
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Excellent Communication
  • Confidence in Presenting
  • Clear Concept Breakdown
  • Passion and Empathy
  • Problem-Solving
  • Creativity
  • Flexibility
  • Organisation & Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Leadership

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Third Round Pre-service Teacher Placement

Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School
04.2024 - 05.2024

Retail Sales Associate

Spendless Shoes
01.2024 - Current

Second Round Pre-service Teacher Placement

Strathmore Secondary College
08.2022 - 10.2022

First Round Pre-service Teacher Placement

Epping Secondary College
03.2022 - 04.2022

Retail Sales Associate

Myer
09.2019 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English and History (Major) Film Studies (Minor)

Monash University

Master of Teaching (Secondary) - English (Literature), History (Humanities), Media

University of Melbourne
Seniz Ozturk