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Angela Xu

Washington,DC

Summary

Dedicated individual with 3+ years of experience working with children in elementary, after-school, and preschool settings. Passionate about children's literacy and educational equity Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Literacy Lead - AmeriCorps Member

Reading Partners
08.2024 - Current
  • Tutor 10 to 14 students in grades K-4 in 1:1 or small group sessions twice a week, providing direct instruction and guided practice to improve their foundational literacy skills and reading comprehension.
  • Implement multiple components of a literacy intervention curriculum, tailoring activities to address students' specific needs.
  • Monitor student progress through detailed session notes and informal/formal assessments, and analyze data and observations to individualize further instruction.
  • Cultivate a safe learning environment and positive relationships with students to help them develop greater self-efficacy, growth mindset, and motivation.

Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Goddard School
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Led and cared for a group of 18-25 four year-old children through daily routines and transitions.
  • Created an inviting learning environment with variety of centers and open-ended materials, to foster children's exploration and creativity.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and hands-on activities to support students' cognitive and social-emotional development.
  • Used positive classroom and behavior management techniques to create a nurturing classroom community and support emotion regulation, problem-solving, and positive behavior.

After-School Staff Member

YWCA Lubbock
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Engaged and actively supervised groups of 10-20 students in pre-K through 2nd grade in after-school care program activities, games, and free play.
  • Provided a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for students and built positive relationships with children and parents.
  • Maintained program expectations, procedures, and routines to manage transitions and ensure safety.
  • Prevented and responded to incidents, conflicts, and inappropriate behavior.

Education

Two Years of Study in Elementary Education

Texas Tech University

Skills

  • Literacy tutoring
  • Early childhood education
  • Childcare
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • CPR and First Aid

Timeline

Literacy Lead - AmeriCorps Member

Reading Partners
08.2024 - Current

Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Goddard School
11.2023 - 08.2024

After-School Staff Member

YWCA Lubbock
09.2022 - 05.2023

Two Years of Study in Elementary Education

Texas Tech University

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