Derya Ilgın

Qualified English and Turkish Language Teacher with over 15 years of experience across secondary, primary, early years and adult education settings. Experienced in delivering Turkish, English, ESOL and examination-focused language programmes. Strong background in curriculum planning, assessment, student progress monitoring and classroom management.

Experienced within UK nursery, primary, secondary and adult education environments. Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the Update Service and a current Safeguarding and Child Protection Certificate. Completed an MBA in Business Management, Level 7 in the UK.

Bachelor's degree in English Teaching, Level 6.

Turkish Language Teacher - International House London - London

(2026-08)

• Deliver Turkish language lessons to learners in a professional language-school setting.
• Assess learners' language proficiency, monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet learners' individual needs and support language development.

Teacher (English, GCSE & A-Level Turkish) - Ocean Education & Consultancy - London

(2026-01)

• Deliver English and Turkish language lessons.
• Prepare students for GCSE Turkish and A-Level Turkish examinations.
• Develop personalized learning plans and assessment strategies.
• Provide face-to-face and online teaching support.

Teaching Assistant - Side by Side School - London

(2025-02 - 2026-01)

• Support classroom teaching and learning activities.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups.
• Monitor and report student progress.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.

ESOL Tutor & Turkish Language Teacher - Bozcader - London

(2024-11 - 2025-05)

• Delivered English and Turkish lessons to adult learners.
• Designed tailored lesson plans and assessments.
• Supported language development across all four skills.

ESOL Teacher & IELTS Lecturer - Gunes Language School - London

(2024-10 - 2025-05)

• Prepared learners for A1–C1 English examinations.
• Delivered IELTS preparation courses.
• Provided Turkish language instruction to international learners.

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Kido Schools - London

(2024-05 - 2025-03)

• Planned and supported EYFS activities.
• Monitored children's development and wellbeing.

Early Years Teaching Assistant - Rainbow School - Balham, London

(2024-01 - 2024-04)

• Supported children's learning in line with the EYFS framework.
• Observed and recorded developmental progress.
• Built positive relationships with children, parents and staff.

English, Turkish and German Language Teacher - Ministry of Education - Turkey

(2013-09 - 2023-12)

• Delivered language lessons across primary and secondary phases.
• Prepared students for examinations and assessments.
• Maintained accurate progress records and parent communication.
• Contributed to curriculum planning and departmental initiatives.

English Tutor & Turkish Lecturer - Online Language Course - Online

(2013-01 - 2023-12)

• Delivered online language tuition for adults and young learners.
• Created teaching resources and examination materials.

Secondary English Teacher - Bahcesehir College - Istanbul, Turkey

(2010-09 - 2013-08)

• Planned and delivered engaging English lessons to secondary students.
• Prepared students for examinations and language assessments.
• Differentiated learning to meet individual student needs.
• Maintained high standards of behaviour and achievement.

MBA - Business Management - University of Greater Manchester (2023 - 2025)

Bachelor's degree - English and Turkish Language Teaching - Cukurova University (2005 - 2010)