İlke Erkin

Experience

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  Middlesex University

  Sept 2016 - Sept 2022

  Main responsibilities:• Assisting academic staff with the development of course resources• Updating course materials and teaching in seminars• Contributing to review of the literature and assisting with data collection• Assisting in preparation and marking of assignments and feedbacks• Advising students about study skills, statistical analysis, writing and presentationMain achievements:• Learnt how to conduct economic research to assist professors. My contribution includes data collection, data analysis, literature reviews.• Active involvement in departmental committees, initiatives.• Building relationship with faculty, fellow graduate students, and professionals in the field through conferences, seminars and networking events is essential for personal and professional growth. Show less Main responsibilities:• Planning a summer break for students to improve their English language• Organizing all project-related paperwork• Coordinating all project team members so workflow remains on schedule• Innovation and Adaptation: encouraging innovative approaches to learning within the projectMain achievements:• Achieving project objectives and delivering the expected outcomes.• Created a repository of project documentation, including best practices, lessons learned, and resources for future reference and replication. • Data analysis and reporting: collection and analysis of data related to project outcomes Show less • Supporting lecturers to deliver high-quality study materials and resources• Helping students to develop their understanding of the module content by holding group and one-to-one sessions • Completing monthly reflective reports and evaluation forms • Supported students in Foundation Mathematics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Statistics, Quantitative Techniques, Econometrics and Development Economics.• Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive discussions, case studies, and real-world applications.• Utilized technology and educational resources to enhance the learning experience, including the use of multimedia presentations and online tools.Main achievements:• Enhance learning and study skills: helped students develop effective study habits and time management skills. This leads to improved performance not only in specific courses but also other areas such as presentation skills, confidence.• I have won two awards within 2 years period:1. Outstanding performance Award 20182. The star of Student Learning Assistants Award 2019• I gained critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students by leading discussions, asking thought-provoking questions, and facilitate activities that promote higher-order thinking. Show less

  • Graduate Academic Assistant

    Sept 2019 - Sept 2022

  • Educational Project Assistant

    Jun 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Student Learning Assistant (SLA)

    Sept 2016 - Jun 2019
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  TeachNOW

  Jun 2018 - Sept 2022

  Teaching Assistant

  I had a chance to work and assist students with SEND in Primary Schools across London

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  Oaks Park High School

  Oct 2022 - Oct 2023

  Main responsibilities:• Curriculum Development: designing and developing lesson plans and curricula that align with educational standards and meet the needs of the students.• Differentiation: adapting teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities among students.• Professional Development: Ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends and improve teaching skills. • Data Analysis: Analyzing student data to identify areas of improvement and tailor instructions accordingly.• Crisis Intervention: Ensuring student safety during emergencies and implementing crisis management protocols.Main achievements:• Advocacy: advocating for students’ needs including access to resources, special services, and a supportive school community.• Professional leadership: taking on leadership roles within the school, such as serving as mentors.• Cultural competency: understood better the importance of diverse cultures and backgrounds of students, promoted cultural competency in the classroom.• Being a model a commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual curiosity, inspiring students to do the same. Show less Main responsibilities:• Providing instructions: assisting teachers in providing additional explanations and ensuring SEN students understand the material. Also, worked with individuals and small groups of students who need extra help.• Classroom management: helping teachers to maintain a positive and organized classroom environment by managing students' behaviors and enforcing classroom rules.• Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): implemented strategies outlined in students IEPs and providing support to special needs students to access the curriculum.• Communication: communicating with parents or guardians, updating them on student progress and addressing concerns when necessary.Main achievements:• Enhanced Classroom Management: Improved my skills on how to create positive and inclusive classroom environment, which leads to increased student engagement and participation.• Behavioral Improvement: learnt different behavioral management techniques to promote positive behavior through modeling and conflict resolution.• Promotion: I had an offer to become an unqualified Business and Economic Teacher within 3 months of being a Teaching Assistant in a Secondary School. Show less

  • Teacher of Business and Economics

    Feb 2023 - Oct 2023

  • Teaching Assistant

    Oct 2022 - Jan 2023
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  London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA)

  Apr 2024 - now

  GTA