Profile
An American living and working in China for the past 5 years. Experienced with teaching students of all ages. I am passionate about making education fun, adressing specific needs/goals of individual learners, and developing relevant curriculum. I believe in a lifelong journey of learning and constantly work to improve my own knowledge.
Education & Training
JAN, 2016 - JUN, 2020
University of the People
B.S. Computer Science
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
SEP, 2020
i-to-i TEFL
30-hour TEFL - Teaching English to Young Learners
Certificate: 2020/GA/95543 (
verification)
NOV, 2015 - DEC, 2015
i-to-i TEFL
120-hour TEFL/TESOL Certification
Certificate: 220d4df6-7481-11e5-b075-0024e848959f (
verification)
Experience
SEP, 2020 - Present
广州道禾幼儿园
Full-time Homeroom English Teacher
Students from 2 to 10 years-old, class sizes up to 20 students. Classes for everyday English including self-care, daily life, and basic comprehension and communication. Regular drama, party, outdoor trip, and other event planning. Total curriculum design and implementation according to Chinese Solar Terms and selected monthly themes.
FEB, 2015 - MAY, 2020
创思鸣国际教育中心 “Creative Mind”
Full-time English Teacher
Students from 1 to 10 years-old, class sizes up to 20 students. Classes for phonics, spoken & written English, London College of Music (LCM) ESOL and Speech & Drama. Various seasonal camps and outdoor immersion activities. Followed existing curriculum / created new and improve existing curriculums where necessary.
MAR, 2018 - JUL, 2018
Master’s Interview Preparation
Freelance Teacher
Coaching and practice for master’s degree program interview at University of Illinois, Chicago (United States). Created curriculum based on student’s needs and progress. Student successfully admitted and completed program.
APR, 2016 - AUG, 2016
IELTS Tutoring
Freelance Teacher
One-on-one tutoring of high school student. Preparation for all portions of IELTS exam (speaking, listening, writing, & reading). Created curriculum based on student’s needs and progress. Improved scores from average score of 4 to 6.5.
DEC, 2015 - FEB, 2016
Phonics & Basic Oral English
Freelance Teacher
Independently organized group and one-on-one lessons for students age 3 to 5 years-old. Introduced phonics concepts to identify letters by sight & sound, and begin spoken English through situational learning. Developed curriculums according to class sizes and skill levels.