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Orhan Pehlivan

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English language educator at American University of the Middle East who developed 300+ Bamboozle activities and 500+ Quizizz modules.

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At American University of the Middle East (AUM), I taught English for Academic Purposes and developed more than 300 Bamboozle activities and 500+ Quizizz modules. I also co-designed an EPP presentation project and mentored student teams to second- and third-place finishes in the AUM Presentation Showcase.

At Yaşar University, I taught across EAP, English literature, linguistics, and translation programmes, and led curriculum reform as Head of the Autonomy Committee. I co-authored Step Up English Literature 3: Comprehensive Coursebook and received the Senior Instructor Honor Award in 2015.

I’ve also designed English curricula for young learners, prepared students for IELTS, and worked as a film and subtitle localizer and conference interpreter. I hold an MA in English Literature from Boğaziçi University and TEFL/TESOL credentials.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior English Language Instructor

American University of the Middle East

Sep 2019 - Jul 2025 (5 years 10 months)

Delivered English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction within the University Prep Program, preparing undergraduate students for academic success through integrated language development and critical thinking. Engineered over 300 interactive Bamboozle activities and 500+ Quizizz modules, and mentored student teams to 2nd and 3rd place finishes in the AUM Presentation Showcase.

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English Teacher & Curriculum Developer

Private Young Learner Programmes

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)

Designed and delivered tailored English programmes for small groups of learners aged 3–18, grouping students according to age, grade, and proficiency level. Developed individualized learning plans and managed progression across multiple small-group programmes.

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Lecturer in English Language and Literature

Yaşar University

Jan 2009 - Dec 2017 (8 years 11 months)

Delivered multidisciplinary academic instruction across four university divisions, including the School of Foreign Languages, EAP program, Translation & Interpreting, and English Language & Literature. Led internal curriculum reform committees, developed integrated academic writing and discourse modules, and co-authored a published coursebook.

AA

Intensive English Program Instructor

Air Force Academy

Jan 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year 11 months)

Delivered an intensive 25 hour/week English curriculum preparing future military pilots for flight training and international flight communications.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

WA

World TESOL Academy

TESOL Certificate, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Accredited TESOL Certificate (120 hours) from World TESOL Academy, completed in 2021.

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Boğaziçi University

Master of Arts, English Literature

Master of Arts in English Literature from Boğaziçi University, completed in 2017.

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British Council

Teacher Development Course, Teacher Development

Teacher Development Course: Innovative Teaching Methods (60 hours) from British Council, completed in 2008.

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Ankara University

Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature

Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Ankara University, completed in 2007.

TF

TEGV (Turkish Education Volunteers Foundation)

Teaching Approaches, Models & Communication Training, Teaching Approaches and Communication

Teaching Approaches, Models & Communication Training from TEGV, completed in 2010 and 2026.

EG

EGESEM

EU Youth Programmes Project Writing Certificate, Project Writing

EU Youth Programmes Project Writing Certificate from EGESEM, completed in 2012.

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Boğaziçi University

TEFL-Based English Language Teaching Certificate, English Language Teaching

TEFL-Based English Language Teaching Certificate (500 hours) from Boğaziçi University, completed in 2008.

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