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Nazli Ozyaprak

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Experienced international teaching assistant and KS2–KS4 science educator with SEN expertise.

Romania

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking roles supporting diverse learners in international schools—hands-on classroom support, SEN/1:1 provision, collaborative teams, and ongoing professional development in inclusive education.

A job that allows me to use both of my languages English and Turkish like interpretership.

As a qualified and experienced Teacher and Teaching Assistant, I am writing to forward my details for the Full-time Teaching Assistant and English- Turkish language translation position.

I was recently employed by AISB in Bucharest as a Secondary School Lift for two Year 7 students. It is a position I have enjoyed and feel that I am able to make a difference to young learners. As the 12-month contract ended and they have both been successfully integrated into mainstream classes, I am now looking for another TA position. Previously, I was employed by St.Leonard’s Academy in the UK as a Learning Support Assistant for Year 10 students with SEND (specifically ADHD, Autistic) and Learning Needs students. I was employed as a Teaching Assistant for Middle and High School students in the MADDF (Music, Art, Drama, Film) and Science departments at the Western Academy of Beijing. I qualified as a teacher from the Faculty of Education at Marmara University in Istanbul, but took the COBIS Diploma for International Teaching Assistants (DITA) in Stafford to transition to a TA position where my true passion and talents are best used.

I have been a TA in international schools in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and China. I have attempted to keep my skills up to date with regular training. I studied courses with the British Council and ECIS (Education Collaborative for International Schools) for a variety of Child Protection certificates. I have in-class experience working with international children with a range of additional learning circumstances, so I have experience with SEND (specifically ADHD) and EAL needs. As a Turkish national working in my second language of English, I have empathy for some of these needs. In Turkey, I was employed by the British International School of Istanbul for 6 years, which used an adapted National Curriculum, so I am familiar with these aspects of the British curriculum and generic aspects that can be applied to the MYP. I have worked with the International GCSE science curriculum and the IB program in my various positions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Learning Support Assistant

American International School of Bucharest

Aug 2024 - Jul 2025 (11 months)

Supported Year 7 students with differentiated learning needs, delivering targeted interventions and classroom assistance to improve engagement and academic progress.

Classroom Management

Learning Support Assistant

The St Leonards Academy

Oct 2023 - Jun 2024 (8 months)

Provided in-class and small-group support for Year 10 students with additional learning needs, contributing to individualized learning plans and classroom inclusion.

Small Group Instruction Communication With Families

Teaching Assistant

Western Academy of Beijing

Jan 2021 - Jul 2023 (2 years 6 months)

Supported middle and high school students in MADDF (Music, Art, Drama, Dance, Film) and Science, delivering classroom assistance and differentiated support to improve student outcomes.

Classroom Support MADDF Subjects Science education

1-to-1 Teaching Assistant

The International School of Azerbaijan

Jan 2020 - Jun 2020 (5 months)

Provided individualized 1-to-1 support for a primary student on the autistic spectrum during COVID period, implementing tailored strategies to support learning and wellbeing.

Science Teacher (Year 6)

Azerbaijan British College

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)

Taught Year 6 science following the UK National Curriculum and served as a substitute primary teacher, improving class engagement and assessment outcomes.

UK National Curriculum Lesson planning Assessments Classroom Management

Science Teacher (Year 5)

XXI Century International Education and Innovation Center

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Delivered Year 5 science and taught biology to Years 6–11 (IGCSE), designing lessons aligned to the UK curriculum and IGCSE specifications to raise attainment.

IGCSE Biology Classroom Management Student Progress Tracking

Teaching Assistant

The British International School Istanbul

Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)

Supported Years 3 and 4 students in class activities and learning tasks, assisting teachers with lesson delivery and student progress monitoring.

Primary Classroom Support UK National Curriculum Small Group Instruction

Private Tutor

The British International School Istanbul

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)

Provided private tutoring in Mathematics, English and Turkish for primary and secondary students, improving individual academic performance and exam readiness.

Mathematics English Turkish Exam Preparation

Teaching Assistant

The British International School Istanbul

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Assisted classroom activities for Years 1 and 2, supporting early years literacy and numeracy development and classroom routines.

Classroom Assistance Numeracy

Secretary / Librarian

The British International School Istanbul

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 11 months)

Managed primary school administrative tasks and served as secondary school librarian, supporting school operations and resource organisation.

Administration Student Records Library Management Organisation Communication Resource Management

Au Pair

AuPairCare

Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)

Provided childcare and cultural exchange support in San Francisco, managing daily routines and supporting children's development.

Childcare Cultural Adaptation Daily Routine Management Communication Child Supervision

Research and Conservation Biologist

Ecological Research Society (EKAD)

Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 (1 year)

Participated in sea turtle conservation research in the Göksu Delta, conducting field surveys and contributing to data collection and habitat protection efforts.

Field Research Wildlife Conservation Data Collection Ecological Surveys Community Engagement

Storehouse Supervisor

Bershka

Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)

Supervised storehouse operations at Cevahir Shopping Mall, managing stock, inventory control and supporting retail logistics.

Inventory Management Stock Control Logistics Team Coordination Retail Operations Supply Chain

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ECIS / TES / British Council (professional development)

Certificates, Professional Development in Education

2019 - 2023

Activities and societies: Child protection and safeguarding training; autism awareness; health and safety in education

Completed multiple professional development courses including Child Protection, Autism Awareness, Data Protection, and related education safety courses.