Andy (Tien) Luong
Irvine,United States
Summary
Experienced in education and counseling, I possess a strong passion for developing and implementing diverse curriculums in various subjects. My expertise lies in inspiring and motivating students through positive reinforcement, interactive instruction, and tailored guidance. I excel at fostering strong literacy, numeracy, social, and critical thinking skills while also providing support to students in navigating the college application process, identifying opportunities, and achieving their academic and career goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
PACIFIC ACADEMY
09.2022 - Current
- Teaches AP Chemistry, P/Honor Chemistry, AP Statistics, AP Physics 1, Ap Physics 2 to highschool students Grade 9-12th
- Created and maintained a welcoming, friendly, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment where all students felt comfortable
- Developed rigorous lesson plans and lectures and prepared students for quizzes and tests
- Graded papers, tests, quizzes, and other assignments, relaying information to parents and school board when necessary
Science & Chemistry Olympiad Coach
Pacific Academy
09.2022 - Current
- Coached and mentored 20+ students for Science Olympiad competitions
- Developed training programs and conducted practice sessions to prepare students for various scientific events
- Provided guidance in experimental procedures, problem-solving, and device construction
- Fostered teamwork, critical thinking, and scientific knowledge among team members
Counselor
Pacific Academy College Prep (PACP)
09.2022 - Current
- Assist students with GPA Evaluation
- Standardized Test Preparation and Analysis
- Course Selection Analysis
- Extracurricular Activity Strategizing
- College Selection
- College Application Essay Assistance
- Interview Practice and Strategizing
- Final College Selection
Counselor
Private Practice
06.2019 - Current
- Advises students in developing appropriate course choices based on long range plans of study and identified career interests
- Works with other teachers and parents in effectuating remediation plans for students with attendance, behavior and learning problems
- Reviews, evaluates, and maintains students' academic records
- Monitor and Assist with College Applications
Tutor
Private Tutoring
06.2015 - Current
- In home tutoring students from middle to high school students in various subject from Math to Science (up to AP level)
- Providing test prep SAT, ACT, subject SATs, and APs
Tutor - AP Math/Science
GATE Tutoring
11.2018 - 01.2023
- Private tutoring and group tutoring for various subjects in Science and Math middle school and highschool level
- The classes include: AP Chemistry, Chemistry, AP Biology, Biology, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C, Physics, AP Chemistry, Chemistry, AP Statistics, AP Calculus
- Test preps in HSPT math, ISEE math, SSAT Math, SAT Math and Science, AP tests
- Prepare curriculum for all high school science courses to be taught
Coordinator
Aspired
09.2019 - 09.2021
- I work as education coordinator and medical outreach to underserved communities
- Organized events and connect people to different resources
Research Assistant
UCLA Anesthesiology and Cardiology Research lab.
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Performing surgical preparation including laminectomy, sternotomy
- Maintaining anesthesia records and machines
- Monitoring vital signs and administer drugs for Neuromodulation experiment
Volunteer Coordinator
American Medical Student Association UCLA
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Raised awareness about issues of domestic violence and sexual assault on campus and community
- Educate public and local underserved community about the importance of good nutrition
- Planning Global Health Fair and coordinating meetings for Global Health Committee
Tutor/Volunteer
University of California Los Angeles
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Provide group tutoring for Math, and Science as Learning Facilitator
Research Assistant
UCLA Zebrafish Facility
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Maintaining fish colonies and screen for mutations
- Studying environment factors and pollution causes
Tutor
Top 10 Tutoring Center
06.2012 - 09.2014
- Supplemental instructor in Math, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
- I tutored groups of up to 12 students at a time ranging from intermediate to high school students
Education
Master's degree - Biomedical Science program
University of California-San Diego
San Diego, CA06.2019
Bachelor's - Biochemistry
University of California-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.2017
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Classroom instruction
Record keeping
Learning strategies
FLUENT IN Vietnamese, English, and French
Family involvement
Lesson planning
Public speaking
Student engagement
Curriculum development
Counseling
College counseling
Group tutoring
Personalized learning plans
Timeline
Teacher
PACIFIC ACADEMY
09.2022 - Current
Science & Chemistry Olympiad Coach
Pacific Academy
09.2022 - Current
Counselor
Pacific Academy College Prep (PACP)
09.2022 - Current
Coordinator
Aspired
09.2019 - 09.2021
Counselor
Private Practice
06.2019 - Current
Tutor - AP Math/Science
GATE Tutoring
11.2018 - 01.2023
Tutor
Private Tutoring
06.2015 - Current
Research Assistant
UCLA Anesthesiology and Cardiology Research lab.
09.2014 - 06.2017
Research Assistant
UCLA Zebrafish Facility
05.2014 - 09.2014
Tutor/Volunteer
University of California Los Angeles
03.2014 - 12.2015
Volunteer Coordinator
American Medical Student Association UCLA
10.2013 - 06.2017
Tutor
Top 10 Tutoring Center
06.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor's - Biochemistry
University of California-Los Angeles
Master's degree - Biomedical Science program
University of California-San Diego
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