Fulya Catak

FULYA ÇATAK Internal Control Director | Logistics & Operations Specialist | Member Board of Directors | English Teacher Netherlands Orientation Year Visa Holder Email-Address Amsterdam, Netherlands Phone - Date of birth Jan 8, 1996 Link linkedin.com/in/fulya-catak2631 I am a passionate professional with a Master's degree from the Erasmus Mundus program and a solid foundation in Foreign Language Education. My journey includes serving as a Board Member at TESUP Electronics, where I had the opportunity to shape business strategies and manage logistics for a company dedicated to renewable energy solutions. My experience has equipped me with a keen eye for improving processes and enhancing customer experiences. I take pride in my ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships, ensuring that teams work well together and thrive in diverse environments. Currently residing in the Netherlands with a one-year residence permit, I am authorized to work here. I am excited to embrace new challenges where I can contribute my strategic thinking and collaborative spirit. Experience English Teacher Ortaca Çözüm College Mugla, Turkey Feb 2024 - June 2024 Taught students from 1st to 10th grade, creating tailored lesson plans. Enhanced speaking skills through interactive activities. Delivered grammar instruction and followed the curriculum for higher grades. Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback. Skills Microsoft Office Google Workspace Canva HTML Communication Customer Service Pre-sales Problem-solving Articulate Storyline II Member Board of Directors, Internal Control Director, Operations/Logistics Specialist TESUP (Global Manufacturer of Wind Turbines and Solar Panels) Remote / England Feb 2022 - Nov 2023 Member Board of Directors (November 2022 - November 2023) Directed business development, logistics, and people management. Led the Internal Control and Support Unit (ISU), ensuring compliance and conducting audits. Internal Control and Support Unit Director Languages Turkish Native English Advanced Portuguese Upper intermediate Spanish Pre-intermediate Dutch Pre-intermediate Managed compliance, audits, interviews, and external communication. Trained new employees in logistics and ISU tasks. Operations/Logistics Specialist Managed waybills, export-import processes, and customer issues. Handled export invoices and conducted pre-sale customer sessions. High School English Teacher Köycegiz Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School Mugla, Turkey Sep 2021 - Jan 2022 Taught English to 9th-12th grade students. Developed curriculum-aligned lesson plans and conducted assessments. Provided constructive feedback to support student progress. English Teacher Maslak American Culture Language Schools Istanbul, Turkey Apr 2019 - Jul 2019 Conducted English language classes for different levels. Developed engaging lesson plans and materials. Voluntary English Teacher Sariyer Project / Mehmet Akif Primary School Istanbul, Turkey Oct 2018 - May 2019 Volunteered teaching English to primary students after school hours. Created engaging lesson plans and organized extracurricular activities. Worked with volunteers to foster a positive learning environment. TEFL Teacher Trainee ENKA Schools (Internship) Istanbul, Turkey Oct 2018 - May 2019 Taught prep and 9th-grade students, developing lesson plans aligned with standards. Gained experience in classroom management and student engagement. Collaborated with educators to refine teaching techniques and assess student performance. Graphics Team Member PRCOMM' - Erasmus Student Network Türkiye Public Relations Committee Istanbul, Turkey Aug 2017 - Feb 2018 Collaborated with the graphics team to design promotional materials for ESN Turkey events. Enhanced brand visibility through effective design and promotion. Voluntary English Teacher AIESEC Belém, Brazil Jun 2017 - Aug 2017 Participated in a leadership program and taught English to children at an orphanage. Created and implemented engaging lesson plans to suit diverse learning needs. Fostered a supportive and positive learning environment. Communications Manager ESN BOGAZICI - BUNIS (Bogazici University Network of International Students) Istanbul, Turkey May 2017 - Mar 2018 Led a PR team to manage communication strategies and promotional materials. Executed successful PR campaigns and social media strategies to enhance visibility and engagement. Produced creative content to foster a positive brand image. Education Master's Degree Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree (EMJMD) Play, Education, Toys and Languages (PETaL) Sep 2019 - Jul 2021 1st Semester: University of Córdoba, Spain (Sep 2019 - Jan 2020) 2nd Semester: Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon, Portugal (Feb 2020 - Jul 2020) 3rd Semester: Thesis (Virtual, University of Córdoba) (Sep 2020 - Jan 2021) Thesis: Turkish Teachers' Views on CLIL in Pre-School and Primary Education in Turkey: A Qualitative Study 4th Semester: Marmara University, Turkey (Virtual) (Feb 2021 - Jul 2021) Bachelor of Arts Bogazici University Istanbul, Turkey Sep 2014 - Jun 2019 Faculty of Education Department of Foreign Language Education High School Koycegiz Anatolian Teacher Training High School Mugla, Turkey Sep 2010 - Jun 2014 Certificates Fundamentals of digital marketing, Google, (2024) Coding Foundations, Sololearn, (2023) Volunteer & Additional Activities The XI: World Play Day (Online) Panel in Turkey, Marmara University, Istanbul, TURKEY (2020) V International Conference on Bilingual Education, Córdoba, SPAIN (2019) Critical and Creative Thinking in the Classroom, Istanbul, TURKEY (2019) AIESEC - Leadership Development Experience, Belém, BRAZIL (2017) ESN (Erasmus Student Network) Fall National Platform, Celal Bayar University, Manisa, TURKEY (2017) ESN 101 ISTANBUL, Bahçesehir University, Istanbul, TURKEY (2017) Member of Bogazici University FLED Drama Club (2016) AB COMENIUS SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS PROJECT - Bike Friendly Youngsters: Pedalling towards a Common Cycling Culture, Lodz, POLAND (2013) References Dr. Judy Monthie Doyum, Lecturer in Foreign Language Education Department, Bogazici University judy.doyumboun.edu.tr Isil Erduyan, Assistant Professor in Foreign Language Education Department, Bogazici University isilerduyangmail.com Fethiye Esra Molu, Lecturer in Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Sociology, Marmara University emolumarmara.edu.tr Cristina A. Huertas Abril, Associate Professor in the Department of English and German Studies, University of Cordoba cristina.huertas@uco Dilara Büyükgöze Akgedik, General Manager, TESUP,-