Zhiwei Zhou
Bilingual Teacher in ESL and Mandarin
New York,NY
Summary
Caring language bilingual teacher with 4 years of experience in ESL and Mandarin instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Student Teacher, Upper Grades
Avenues: The World School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
Student Teacher, 5th Grade
Supported Diverse Learners With Differentiated Ins
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing cross-curricular connections for more meaningful learning experiences.
- Integrated real-world examples into lessons, making content more relevant for students'' lives outside the classroom.
Student Teacher, Grade 1
PS 170 Ralph A. Fabrizio School
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
Teaching Assistant-Full time
Testbay Education
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted students in studying TOEFL, SAT, and ACT courses, helped them with vocabulary learning, and planned study arrangements and guidance for further studies for them.
- Partnered with teachers to plan and implement lessons following the school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
Intern Translator
T-Circle
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Responsible for translating English textbooks into Chinese versions and planning courses
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Compiled and translated a 149-page learning and development guide for young learners
- Provided kindergarten teachers with the knowledge base and case studies.
Education
TESOL And World Language (Mandarin) Program
New York University
New York, NY 05.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts in English - English
Sanda University
Shanghai, China 09.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
Multilingualism
Curriculum Planning
Parent Communication
Positive Learning Environment
Other Information
Test for English Majors-Band 8, Spanish-B2 level, China International Import Expo (Translator), Exposition on China Indigenous Brand (Translator), TRADOS (Computer-aided translation) Certificate, Microsoft Office
Research
Differences between Chinese and American Basic Education, 02/2020, 04/2020, Researched basic education in China and the United States, focusing on the educational system, educational equality, and educational concepts.
Analyzed the causes of these differences through relevant literature, respectively including three aspects: educational ideology, resource proportion and cultural precipitation
Proposed suggestions regarding improving the quality of education, strengthening the construction of teachers and cultivating students’ independent development
Timeline
Student Teacher, Upper Grades
Avenues: The World School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Teacher, 5th Grade
Supported Diverse Learners With Differentiated Ins
09.2023 - 12.2023
Student Teacher, Grade 1
PS 170 Ralph A. Fabrizio School
02.2023 - 05.2023
TESOL And World Language (Mandarin) Program
New York University
05.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant-Full time
Testbay Education
05.2020 - 06.2021
Intern Translator
T-Circle
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts in English - English
Sanda University
09.2016 - 05.2020