Sümeyye Acar
Wilrijk
Summary
Accomplished Educator with a proven track record at Lucerna, adept in Classroom Management and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Excelled in fostering strong relationships with parents and colleagues, significantly improving the learning environment. Skilled in Educational Technology and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, ensuring a supportive and inclusive classroom for all students. Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Friendly Head Cashier dedicated to increasing team performance and improving customer satisfaction. Successful track record in challenging, dynamic environments. Gifted manager and leader with strong communication, interpersonal and planning abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cashier Team Lead
Piritex BV
11.2019 - 09.2024
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Managed cash registers, ensuring accurate accounting and reducing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding returns, exchanges, and check acceptance procedures.
- Conducted regular audits of register funds to minimize potential losses due to theft or error.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving the overall shopping experience.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering customer retention.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
Educator
Lucerna Girls' Dormitory
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Teacher
Zirve
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Educator
Mega Organization
09.2008 - 12.2015
- Served as an promoting girls' education.
- Involved mentoring and teaching young girls, encouraging them to pursue academic success and empowering them to overcome social and educational barriers.
- Designed and implemented programs focused on enhancing literacy, critical thinking and life skills.
- Collaborated with community leaders, schools and families to create a supportive environment for girls to thrive academically and personally.
- Contributed to increasing educational opportunities for girls and fostering gender equality in education.
- Organized summer and winter programs for young people.
- Traveled to cities en Eastern Turkey where girls face educational inequality and financial hardship. During these visits, I met with the families of the girls, encouraged them to continue their education, and successfully persuaded them to allow their daughters to attend school.
- Through the association, I facilitated scholarships for these girls, funded by the support of financially well-off families.
Educator
Hisar Girls' Dormitory
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level.
- Organized extracurricular clubs and activities that complemented academic curriculum and supported student interests.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Educator
Himalaya International Students Association
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Actively assisted international students in their adaptation and integration into their host country.
- Involved providing guidance on cultural norms, facilitating language practice and offering support with academic and social challenges.
- Through organizing orientation programs, culturel exchange events and one-on-one mentoring.
- Helped students feel more connected and comfortable in their new environment.
- Collaborated with local communities and university services to ensure students received the necessary resources for a successful transition.
- Continually updated personal knowledge in the field of education workshops, and conferences.
- Spearheaded collaborative projects with colleagues to holistic students development.
Education
No Degree - Industrial Draftsman
VDAB
Ghent, Belgium09-2025
No Degree - Pedagogical Formation
Yildiz Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey07-2015
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Marmara University
Istanbul, Turkey02-2014
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Teaching strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Educational technology
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Documentation And Reporting
- Special Needs Students
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- SMART Board
- Test Proctoring
Certification
- Driver's Lisence-December 2013-Turkey.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – May 2014-Turkey.
- Basic Coaching Skills-NK COACHING-October 2019-Belgium.
scientific research
I have an article in a book about the Quran and science-Interdisciplinary analysis of the Quran (Dortmund, 2022)
Languages
Turkish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Intermediate (B1)
Dutch
Upper intermediate (B2)
Swimming, play the lute, volleyball, travelling, dancing, singing
I have traveled to 18 countries and visited over 40 cities.
My friends and I play volleyball every week.
I go swimming every week.
In 2015, I took lessons to play the saz, an instrument and tradition passed down to me from my grandfather, along with singing folk songs.
Once a month, my friends and I organize gatherings where we sing and dance.
Timeline
Cashier Team Lead
Piritex BV
11.2019 - 09.2024
Educator
Lucerna Girls' Dormitory
09.2017 - 07.2019
Teacher
Zirve
08.2015 - 06.2016
Educator
Hisar Girls' Dormitory
04.2014 - 08.2015
Educator
Himalaya International Students Association
09.2012 - 03.2014
Educator
Mega Organization
09.2008 - 12.2015
- Driver's Lisence-December 2013-Turkey.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – May 2014-Turkey.
- Basic Coaching Skills-NK COACHING-October 2019-Belgium.
No Degree - Industrial Draftsman
VDAB
No Degree - Pedagogical Formation
Yildiz Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Marmara University
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