Since 2014, Turkish ConneXion has been offering Turkish language classes with a strong focus on quality instruction and community. What began with in-person classes in Tribeca, New York, has grown into a vibrant program, offering dynamic online classes to students across the U.S. and in person at 31 East 32nd street, suite 605, in New York City.
Our approach combines structured learning, small class sizes, and personalized attention, with a strong emphasis on conversation and real-life communication. English is used only when necessary to clarify complex grammar or meaning – our goal is to help students immerse themselves in Turkish as much as possible.
We are also proud of the community we have built. Many of our students continue studying with us for years and form lasting friendships through their classes and events. We invite you to join our supportive, engaging, and culturally rich learning environment.
Our greatest strength is our team of dedicated instructors. They are fluent in English, highly trained, and passionate about teaching. They bring both professional expertise and genuine enthusiasm to every class.
All of our instructors are certified and carefully selected. They’re specially trained to work with children and teens and are passionate about making Turkish fun and accessible.
Bengisu founded Turkish ConneXion in 2014, drawing on more than two decades of experience in language education. She has taught Turkish and English since 2000 at both high school and university levels in Istanbul and New York.She holds:
Bengisu has also worked as a Senior International Student Counselor at CUNY and The New School, and continues to consult for CUNY colleges today. A passionate traveler, she enjoys learning about new cultures and sharing Turkish language and culture with her students.
Ipeksu holds a dual TESOL degree from Anadolu University and SUNY Cortland (2019). After moving to New York, she began teaching both English and Turkish to students of all ages.
She brings a thoughtful, globally informed perspective to the classroom and has been teaching at Turkish ConneXion for over four years. Her interests include writing, depth psychology, and astrology.
Betul is an educator and researcher passionate about language acquisition and student-centered learning. She graduated from Middle East Technical University (METU) in 2024 with a major in Foreign Language Education and a minor in Psychology, and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree at Columbia University.
Her international academic journey has shaped her holistic and supportive teaching philosophy. Outside the classroom, she enjoys birdwatching and bird photography.
Osman joined Turkish ConneXion in 2024 with more than a decade of experience teaching Turkish to international learners at universities, language schools, and cultural institutions.
He holds a PhD, MA, and BA in Turkish Language and Literature from Yıldız Technical University, along with a Certificate in Teaching Turkish as a Foreign Language from Istanbul University.Osman has also contributed to major academic initiatives, including the Ottoman Sources Project at Duke University (2019–2021) and research projects at Yıldız Technical University.
Mert graduated from the Faculty of Law at Izmir University of Economics and is a licensed attorney in Izmir. His interest in teaching Turkish began while helping international classmates learn the language during university.
He now lives in New York, where he works at a law office while teaching Turkish. Mert enjoys exploring the connections between law, language, and culture, and in his free time he enjoys drawing and creative arts.
Zeynep is currently pursuing an M.A. in Philosophy and Education at Columbia University as a Fulbright scholar. She graduated from Middle East Technical University in 2024 with a degree in Foreign Language Education.She has worked with students from diverse cultural backgrounds and across many proficiency levels. Her academic interests focus on motivation and ethics in education. Outside of her studies, she enjoys hiking and cinema.