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Glory Lijun Wang

Sammamish,WA

Summary

Dedicated math educator with passion on inspiring and assisting students reach their academic goals. Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics and more than 10 years of experience of helping students understand complex concepts effectively. Using adaptive teaching strategies for different types of learners and creating positive learning environment to keep students engaged. Proven track record of successfully improving students' academic performance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Math Coach,

Learn With Glory
10.2011 - Current

Key Qualifications & Responsibilities

  • Teach various math courses including Algebra, Geometry, Pre-calculus, and Calculus, etc. at different levels.
  • Cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Diversify teaching methods and learning tools to assist students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Address systematic issues in common math curriculum to prepare students for AP Calculus and IB math.
  • Develop new curriculum to fill course gaps for students pursuing degrees in STEM.

Key Achievements

  • Assisted over 200 students to reach and maintain great performance on school math, AP calculus and SAT/ACT.
  • Proudly coached students that won National Merit Scholarship, AP Scholar awards, Math Competitions, and accepted by Stanford, Harvard, Yale, CMU, etc.

Math Instructor,

University Of Waterloo
08.2008 - 05.2009

Key Qualifications & Responsibilities

  • Taught Calculus and Differential Equations to undergrad students in Math Computer Science and Engineering.
  • Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for students' success.
  • Designed teaching materials and assignments to bolster students' understanding of tricky mathematical concepts.
  • Held regular office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course contents.

Key Achievements

  • Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans and exam papers.
  • Attained experience in teaching large classes of 50~100 students."

Education

Ph.D. - Applied Mathematics

University of Waterloo
Ontario, Canada
08.2008

Skills

  • Mathematical Thinking and Modeling
  • AP Calculus & IB Math Curriculum
  • Customized Learning Plans
  • Efficient Instruction and Communication
  • Student Evaluation and Needs Assessment

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Model Thinking, Coursera 2012
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning, Coursera 2013

Timeline

Math Coach,

Learn With Glory
10.2011 - Current

Math Instructor,

University Of Waterloo
08.2008 - 05.2009

Ph.D. - Applied Mathematics

University of Waterloo
Glory Lijun Wang