Mine Karabaş

A multilingual professional with extensive experience in tourism and education. Graduated in 2008 with a degree in French Language Teaching from Dokuz Eylül University, İzmir, Turkey. Started a ten-year career in the hospitality industry as a Guest Relations Manager at an international five-star hotel chain, including one year at Hilton South San Francisco, handling international guests.

In 2020, transitioned to education due to the COVID-19 pandemic, obtaining an International English Teaching Certification.

Taught

English in Turkey for three years and at Steam Kindergarten in Vietnam for one year. Since 2025, working remotely as a private tutor, providing English and French lessons. Passionate about translation and language projects since university, eager to contribute to AI training and multilingual translation initiatives. Strong communication and intercultural skills, with experience in teaching and interacting with international clients.

Private Tutor at Self-employed (2025-01 – Present)

Working remotely as a private tutor, providing English and French lessons.

English Teacher at Steam Kindergarten (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Delivered English lessons to preschool children in an international environment.
• Adapted teaching methods to cross-cultural classrooms.

English Teacher at Neşe Neşe Erbek Kindergarten (2020-01 – 2023-12)

• Taught English to young learners, creating engaging lesson plans.
• Developed communication and classroom management skills.

Guest Relations Manager at Martı Hotels & Marinas (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Oversaw guest relations and organized hotel events.
• Focused on personalized service for international guests.

Guest Relations Manager at Hilton South San Francisco (2016-01 – 2017-12)

• Worked with international clients, handling special requests and guest satisfaction.
• Gained experience in American hospitality standards.

Guest Relations Manager at Bodrum Park Resort (2013-01 – 2015-12)

• Supervised guest relations operations for a large resort.
• Handled inquiries and provided personalized services to VIP guests.

Guest Relations Manager at Paloma Hotels (2010-01 – 2013-12)

• Managed guest services and ensured high-quality customer satisfaction.
• Assisted international visitors and coordinated with various hotel departments.

Bachelor's Degree in French Language Teaching – Dokuz Eylül University (2008-01)

International English Teaching Certification in English Teaching (2020-01)