Sipsa Birant

Name:Sipsa Birant
Cell: +905312847129. Email: [email protected] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sipsa-brantt-3b90a967/

A dual National: Syrian and Turkish

Summary of Qualifications

Ø  5+ years’ experience as an ESL and English Language Teacher.

Ø  Skilled in communicating with varied audiences of cultural diversity.

Ø  Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills and abilities.

Ø  Demonstrated ability to work with students in the International Student Programs.

Ø  Experienced and organized librarian.

Ø  Database management and data entry.

Ø  Data management and computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

Ø  I am highly knowledgeable in cataloguing, organizing library resources and materials.

Ø  Good analytical skills.

Ø  Multilingual – Fluent in English, Circassian, Turkish and Arabic.

Ø  Strong computer skills in Microsoft packages, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Ø  Ability to manage and prioritize a varied workload in a in a dynamic work environment.

Ø  Certified translator.

Ø  Highly effective writing/verbal and interpersonal skills

Ø  Counselling and organizational skills

Professional Experience

IOM, Qatar                                                                                                                2024- Till Now

·       Deliver comprehensive English language lessons tailored to guests’ varying

proficiency levels, focusing on practical and conversational skills necessary for daily life and communication in the US.

·       Conduct regular assessments to track language development and adjust teaching

methodologies accordingly.

·       Provide foundational math instruction, catering to practical applications relevant to

daily life and potential employment in the US.

·       Introduce the geography of the United States, including key states, cities,

landmarks, and cultural aspects, facilitating an understanding of the new

environment.

·       Introducing fundamental computer skills including operating systems, internet usage,

email communication, and basic software applications, equipping guests with

essential technological skills for everyday life and potential employment

opportunities.

·       Provide guidance and referrals to support services available during the resettlement

process, assisting guests in accessing additional resources as needed.

·       Supervisor of ESL Department                                                        2016- 2022

Safir College, Turkey.

·       Prepare and utilize daily lesson plans.

·       Keep organized records in case of illness or emergency and when absent, make sure that lesson plans are available.

·       Organize and participate in activities, initiatives, and parties.

·       Review class syllabus at the beginning of every semester.

·       Prepare and share supplemental materials with teachers at the same level.

·       Provide an encouraging and comfortable learning environment for students.

·       Oversee monthly quizzes.

·       Maintain a professional attitude in the classroom.

·       Provide individual attention to all students.

·       Assist with proofreading new curriculum.

·       Follow the curriculum topics unless flexible schedules are outlined.

·       Add new ideas to topics.

·       Prepare and grade tests and quizzes.

·       Keep up with the changes to the curriculum and calendar.

Librarian                                                                                                           2009-2012

Gulf Private University, Aleppo, Syria

·       Researched, collected and compiled data on many books on different subjects.

·       Helped teachers and students in finding proper books as per their subjects and projects.

·       Attend teacher meetings and note down their requirements of books and study materials.

·       Collect monthly maintenance fees from students.

·       Research and negotiate with publishers, vendors, and wholesalers on prices of books.

·       Updated information on library resources and kept the shelves occupied.

·       Arranged shelves according to alphabetical order and subject matter for easy finding of books.

·       Taught students in learning online catalog.

·       Developed a system that helped in maintaining a correct database of the library resources.

·       Maintain a registered copy and a soft copy of books given to teachers and students.

·       Prepare and take approval from the principal on requisition forms.

·       Updated the library’s database of publications and ensured that all data and Information was up-to-date and easily accessible.

·       Helping to prepare periodic or ad-hoc financial reports in optimizing the section budget.

Admin Assistant                                                                                                                                 2003-2006

International Center for Agricultural Research in Dry Areas (ICARDA), Syria, Aleppo

·       Helping organize and maintain office common areas.

·       Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.

·       Ensure timely and effective implementation of department activities.

·       Performing general office clerk duties and errands.

·       Collaborate with supporting departments.

·       Receive and direct visitors and clients.

·       Organizing travel by booking accommodation and reservations needs as required

·       Coordinating events as necessary.

·       General clerical duties.

•        Resolve the center-related malfunctions and respond to requester issues.

·       Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies.

·       Receive and sort mail and deliveries.

·       Photocopying, mailing and filing.

·       Perform any other duties as assigned.

Education
·          Aleppo University. Faculty of Arts and Humanities BA in English Literature.

·          Certificate in TESOL.

·          Internationally Certificate for TESOL teaching.