Choi Yan Lam
Brooklyn
Summary
Enthusiastic new college graduate that gained experience through student teaching and work experiences. Eager to contribute to the team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. A motivated learner that always want to learn and grow in teaching. Dedicate to student safety and well-being to enable focused learning and help students to reach their potential. Great love and respect children and colleagues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Ms Lam Montessori School
2022.09 - 2024.07
- Assisted the lead teacher preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives
- Daily setting up and cleaning of the classroom
Summer Camp Counselor
Chinatown YMCA
2022.07 - 2022.08
- Led a group of children safely through variety of camp activities such as STEM activities, art activities and physical activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
Substitute teacher
P.S 164 Caesar Rodney School
2022.05 - 2022.06
- Planning lessons
- Teaching students
- Managing classroom
- Promoting positive student behavior
- Ensuring safety and security of students
Student teacher
P.S 164 Caesar Rodney
2022.02 - 2022.05
- Taught 3rd grade class with 18 students
- Planning and leading lessons -
- Grading assessments and provided feedback for students
- Preparing materials for class
- Doing running record
- Maintaining classroom discipline, tidiness and cleanliness
Teacher Assistant (Work Study)
Daycare
2019.03 - 2019.08
- Help teachers to prepare class materials
- Play with young children
- Maintaining students safety, classroom discipline and tidiness
Math Tutor
CUNY Kingsborough Community College
2018.06 - 2021.08
- Tutor students in small group setting
- Help students with their questions on their class assignments
- Go over math topics that students are struggling
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Brooklyn, NY06.2022
Associate degree - Education Studies
CUNY KINGSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Brooklyn, NY12.2019
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft office and Google
- Lesson Planning
- First Aid and CPR
- Art and Stem Activity Planning
Languages
English
Cantonese
Mandarin
Certification
- Teacher Initial certification
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/Certificate
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Ms Lam Montessori School
2022.09 - 2024.07
Summer Camp Counselor
Chinatown YMCA
2022.07 - 2022.08
Substitute teacher
P.S 164 Caesar Rodney School
2022.05 - 2022.06
Student teacher
P.S 164 Caesar Rodney
2022.02 - 2022.05
Teacher Assistant (Work Study)
Daycare
2019.03 - 2019.08
Math Tutor
CUNY Kingsborough Community College
2018.06 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Associate degree - Education Studies
CUNY KINGSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE