Melek Şahinkaya
@melekahinkaya
I am an English translator and language educator specializing in teaching and intercultural projects.
TurkeyWhat I'm looking for
I am a motivated and adaptable English translator and language educator with hands-on experience teaching young learners and adults. I combine classroom practice with online tutoring to deliver measurable language progress.
I hold degrees in Applied English and Translation and English Translation and Interpreting, completed a 180-hour International TESOL, and earned a Pedagogical Formation Certificate recognized by the Turkish Ministry of National Education. I also received HARNO recognition in Estonia and a Youthpass for active participation in a European youth project.
My professional experience spans classroom assistance, volunteer teaching in Estonia, online tutoring on Preply, and translation work for the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism. I have supported lesson planning, classroom management, event organization, editing and proofreading, and youth engagement initiatives.
I am fluent in Turkish, advanced in English, and have basic Spanish, and I bring strong communication, organizational, and intercultural skills. I am seeking opportunities in education, translation, or cultural exchange projects across Europe where I can support learners, coordinate community programs, and contribute to inclusive, collaborative teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
PROnline Tutor
Preply
Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Provided online Turkish and English tutoring to five learners since March 2020, achieving satisfactory progress for all students.
Youth Worker Volunteer
Põhja-Tallinn Youth Centre
Jul 2025 - Aug 2025 (1 month)
Supported young people through educational, recreational, and cultural activities; organized events and workshops and fostered social inclusion and participation for local youth.
Volunteer Teacher
Raasiku Kool & Aruküla Lasteaed Rukkilill
Oct 2024 - Jul 2025 (9 months)
Organized educational and cultural activities, supported language development for children, and assisted lead teachers with classroom duties and communication.
Translator and Interpreter
Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 (2 months)
Translated documents from English to Turkish, performed editing and proofreading, and supported interdepartmental communication for international projects.
Tutor & Translator
Tuition and Translation
Jul 2012 - Jan 2019 (6 years 6 months)
Provided private tuition in Maths, English and Turkish and translated job applications and documents from English to Turkish to support local learners and jobseekers.
Retail Assistant
Asımoğlu
Jun 2017 - Sep 2017 (3 months)
Guided customers on product choices, operated the cash till, maintained shelf presentation and assisted with deliveries and store housekeeping.
Assistant English Teacher
Cahit Zarifoğlu Primary School
Sep 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Supported classroom activities during internship by preparing lesson plans and materials and assisting students in developing their English language skills.
Erasmus Project Assistant
Erasmus Project
Participated in Erasmus exchange activities, led team-based events and supported language learning and event organisation across multinational student groups.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Youthpass (MTÜ noOR)
Youthpass Certificate, Non-formal Learning / Youth Work
Awarded a Youthpass for active participation in a European youth project promoting non-formal learning, intercultural dialogue, and personal development in 2025.
Pedagogical Formation Certificate
Pedagogical Formation Certificate, Teacher Training
Awarded Pedagogical Formation Certificate recognized by the Turkish Ministry of National Education in July 2024.
Selçuk University
English Translation and Interpreting, English Translation and Interpreting
2021 - 2024
Grade: 2.90/4
Studied English Translation and Interpreting at Selçuk University, completing the program with a GPA of 2.90/4.
HARNO - Academic Recognition
Academic Recognition (HARNO), Qualification Recognition
Recognition of a Turkish BA degree as equivalent to Estonian higher education standards in 2024.
International TESOL
International TESOL Certificate (180 hours), Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Completed an International TESOL 180-hour certification, achieved on 20 August 2022.
Çağ University
Applied English and Translation, Applied English and Translation
2019 - 2021
Grade: 3.39/4
Completed Applied English and Translation studies at Çağ University from 2019 to 2021 with a GPA of 3.39/4.
Hasan Zeki Boz Anatolian High School
High School Diploma, General Secondary Education
2011 - 2015
Grade: 73.05/100
Activities and societies: Studied English and German alongside core STEM and social science subjects; achieved 100% pass in all subjects.
Completed secondary education with full pass in all subjects including English, Maths, Science, Chemistry, Geometry, Geography and German.
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