Pelin Ayhan Koc
West End,BC
Summary
Dedicated educator and aspiring instructional designer with 8 years of experience in ESL, special needs education, and education coaching. Pursuing a Graphic Design certificate at BCIT with a strong foundation in Public Relations, Advertising, and Children's Book Illustration. Skilled in creating engaging educational materials and fostering student development. Passionate about leveraging creative and educational skills to support and inspire learners of all ages. Seeking a full-time position to contribute effectively in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer / Instructional Designer
Deer 2 Peer
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created lesson content for both group and individual lessons.
- Designed educational web content and visuals.
- Developed course and interest-based English lessons on topics such as personal growth, motivation, habit building, creative writing, and illustration.
- Worked with both adult learners and kids groups.
- Taught various learning techniques and methods to maximize educational benefits.
ESL-Counsellor
Dilko GOP Online
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Created lesson plans for reading, speaking, writing, and listening skills.
- Worked with a variety of age groups and levels.
- Prepared and searched for new resources for both adult and kids groups.
- Used the CLIL model to engage students effectively.
Graphic Designer / Instructional Designe
Oguz Ozay Graphic Agency
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Provided design ideas to developers for various projects.
- Created illustrations and graphic designs for client projects.
- Understood client desires and assisted in choosing suitable design and publicity strategies.
- Collaborated with clients to deliver customized design solutions.
Teacher and Educational Content Developer
Bilnet Schools
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Implemented educational curricula, created 3D visuals, and designed interactive lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress and tailored courses for academic and personal improvement.
- Developed engaging materials and lesson plans for online and in-person classes, ensuring multi-sensory learning experiences.
- Provided individualized attention and adaptive teaching methods for students’ academic and personal development.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
English Teacher and Activity Coordinator
American Culture Colleges
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Provided ESL instruction and developed lesson plans and projects.
- Guided children in discovering their potential and fostering self-awareness.
- Conducted activities beneficial for children with special needs.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Kindergarten Teacher
Kucuk Seyler Kindergarten
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Coordinated with administrators and educational personnel to provide individualized attention to each child.
- Ensured each student enjoyed the learning process.
- Established lesson plans suitable for various age groups.
- Taught art and English lessons, and organized game groups.
- Verified daily care of children by following licensing guidelines and implementing company standards.
- Instructed and monitored students in active teaching, following protocols outlined in school structure.
Public Relations Coordinator
Estetica Dental Hospital
06.2013 - 09.2014
- Collaborated with external PR firms, as well as internal sales and marketing managers, to determine branding, product positioning and media messages.
- Collaborated with media to encourage company and product coverage and promote brand mission and values.
- Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals and publications for internal and external audiences.
- Represented organization to customers, public, government officials and other external sources. Developed key and valued relationships with customers, public, government officials and other external sources by resolving issues quickly and implementing process.
- Arranged meetings around the city to attract potential patients seeking affordable dental care.
- Supervised organizations and events aimed at increasing publicity for the hospital.
Sales Associate and Visual Merchandiser
Mudo Concept - Furniture Store
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided exceptional customer service by understanding customer needs and offering tailored recommendations.
- Achieved and exceeded sales targets through effective selling techniques and product knowledge.
- Created visually appealing and functional showroom layouts.
- Managed inventory levels, conducted stock checks, and ensured timely product replenishment.
Education
Associate Degree in Public Relations & Advertising
Adnan Menderes University
TurkeyHigh School Diploma -
Bodrum HighSchool
TurkeyCertificate - Graphic Design
BCIT
Vancouver, CanadaCertificate - Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA) Certifi
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
Vancouver, Canada07.2024
Skills
- IELTS Certificate (2016) - Overall Score: 60 (Listening: 60, Reading: 60, Writing: 50, Speaking: 65)
- TESOL Certificate (A1: Distinction)
- Sculpting and Children Book Illustration (Digital)
- Turkish Sign Language Certificate (96 hours of training)
- Human Resources Strategy Certificate (3 months of training)
- Mind Reading Techniques
- Effective Communication and Personal Motivation/Behavioral Sciences Training
- Design Software: Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Procreate, HTML-CSS, UI/UX
- Teaching: ESL, special needs education, education coaching
- Communication: Public relations, advertising, effective verbal and written communication
- Creative Skills: Children’s book illustration, brand identity, logo design
- Customer Service: Tailored recommendations, high customer satisfaction
- Sales: Achieving and exceeding sales targets, product knowledge
- Visual Merchandising: Showroom layouts, engaging displays
- Inventory Management: Stock checks, product replenishment
- Languages: English (fluent), Turkish (native)
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Graphic Designer / Instructional Designer
Deer 2 Peer
05.2021 - 05.2024
ESL-Counsellor
Dilko GOP Online
08.2020 - 07.2023
Graphic Designer / Instructional Designe
Oguz Ozay Graphic Agency
05.2020 - 09.2021
Teacher and Educational Content Developer
Bilnet Schools
08.2018 - 08.2020
English Teacher and Activity Coordinator
American Culture Colleges
08.2016 - 06.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Kucuk Seyler Kindergarten
08.2014 - 05.2016
Public Relations Coordinator
Estetica Dental Hospital
06.2013 - 09.2014
Sales Associate and Visual Merchandiser
Mudo Concept - Furniture Store
06.2010 - 08.2012
Associate Degree in Public Relations & Advertising
Adnan Menderes University
High School Diploma -
Bodrum HighSchool
Certificate - Graphic Design
BCIT
Certificate - Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA) Certifi
Pacific Rim Early Childhood Institute
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