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CEM YUCEL
EAP LECTURER/ INSTRUCTOR
Kobe,Japan
Summary
Highly qualified, multilingual EAP Lecturer with seventeen years of international lecturing expertise in Australia, Japan and Turkey by transforming learners' lives of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in EAP to help learners to become global citizens . Known for approachable demeanor and strong work ethic.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work History
EAP Lecturer/ Instructor
Kobe City University of Foreign Studies
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitated peer tutoring sessions, strengthening student understanding and community within classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create more cohesive and integrated curriculum.
Lecturer of Intercultural Communication and Leadership
Shiga University
Kyoto, Japan
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to accommodate diverse student learning styles.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
ESL Teacher
Milestones English Academy
Melbourne, Australia
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Achieved higher student retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and parents.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Conducted regular assessment of student progress, providing detailed feedback to support continuous improvement.
ESL Teacher
Universal Institute of Technology
09.2014 - 05.2019
- Fostered supportive and motivational classroom environment, encouraging students to achieve their full potential.
- Utilized authentic materials and real-life scenarios in lessons, making learning more relevant and engaging for students.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
Online EFL Teacher
Address Education Center
Izmir, Turkey
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Strengthened overall class performance by regularly assessing student progress using both formative and summative assessments to adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Communicated with students by utilizing Zoom, and Moodle as a Learning Management System to implement and assess learners' online learning processes.
- Improved student communication skills by incorporating interactive group activities and role-playing exercises.
EAP Lecturer/Instructor
Izmir University Of Economics
Izmir, Turkey
09.2010 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
EFL Teacher
Turkish-German Culture and Association School
Izmir, Turkey
07.2008 - 08.2010
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive educational community.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, offering additional support for those needing extra assistance in language acquisition.
- Provided constructive feedback to students on written and spoken assignments, promoting continuous improvement.
Education
Online TEAP Course - Teaching English For Academic Purposes (TEAP)
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, The U.K 01.2025 - 04.2025
MBA with Distinction -
Kaplan Business School
Melbourne, Australia 11.2018 - 10.2020
Master of Arts - Master of TESOL
La Trobe University
Melbourne, Australia 07.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - American Culture and Literature
Ege University
Turkey 09.2002 - 06.2006
Skills
Emotional Intelligence
Strong Verbal Communication
Collaborative Teamwork
Analytical Problem Solving
Cross-Cultural Understanding
Resilience
Digital Proficiency
Research Publication
Course Material Development
Learning Management Systems
Differentiated instruction
Adaptability and flexibility
Technology-based curriculum
Team building
Certification
TESOL Certificate, SIT Graduate Institute, Turkey, 06/2013, 07/2013
Publications
- Value of Reflective Practice for Language Teachers, Yucel C., 2022, In Teaching Assistance (Ed. D. McMurray). The Language Teacher(46)2. p. 34 - 36., https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTTL T46.2
- Activities to Identify First Language Interference on English Pronunciation, Yucel, C., 03/2022, The University Grapevine, Issue 8, 6-7.
Accomplishments
MBA with a Distinction Degree/ Kaplan Business School/ 2020/ Melbourne, Australia
Affiliations
JALT (The Japan Association for Language Teaching)
The University Grapevine
Software
Canvas
Moodle
Interests
Travelling
Playing qanun
Learning languages
Portfolio
River Flows in You - Yiruma 李闰珉（Kanun Cover）
SILK ROAD- 月亮代表我的心（二胡，古筝，卡龙琴）the moon represents my heart（Kanun，Erhu，Guzheng）