GRACE SO
Lakeland,USA
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record in problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, seeking the role of Basic Adult Education Instructor. Over 30 years of experience in teaching and tutoring Mathematics and Statistics across diverse educational levels, from elementary to post-secondary. Bilingual in English and Chinese, facilitating effective engagement with a broad spectrum of learners.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Piano Teacher
Angelic Sounds
Lakeland, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized lesson plans to enhance student engagement and skill progression.
- Instructed students in music theory, technique, and performance through tailored practice routines.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Organized recitals and performances, creating opportunities for students to showcase their skills.
Piano Teacher/Accompanist
Lakeland School of Music
Lakeland, FL
01.2023 - 02.2026
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress
- Instructed over 20 students, Elevated piano performance skills through improvement in expression and dynamics
- Taught over 20 students piano theory and techniques, including hand positioning, touch, and fingering
IB MATH EXAMINER
IBEN
01.2014 - Current
- Ensured academic integrity by marking 200+ Math SL papers with Scoris, following the strict IB marking scheme.
ONLINE MATH Teacher
Cestar High School, Olympiads School
North York, Canada
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed Gr 10 Ontario Math Curriculum and delivered through LMS Moodle, Adobe Connect and Zoom
- Delivered High School Math Contest Competition Curriculum to group of students ranged from 15-25
- Uploaded and marked students' homework using ClassClick
ONLINE MATH TRANSLATOR (Freelance)
Think Academy International Education Inc.
Cupertino, California
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Translated Math textbook, handbook from Chinese to English
STATISTICS INSTRUCTOR
Langara College
Vancouver, Canada
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Taught Business Statistics (Stat1123 & Stat4800), Statistics Methods I (Stat1124) to a group of international students with class size of 20-37, ages range from 18 – 40+
- Created and delivered teaching materials using a variety of methods such as D2L, PowerPoint, video, etc.
- Provided efficient and effective feedback through various form of assessment (labs, assignments, quizzes etc.)
MATH AND STAT LAB TUTOR
Langara College
Vancouver, Canada
01.2017
- Explained and clarified difficult mathematical concepts in a small group or one to one individual setting
ENGLISH TEACHER
Chu Jen Elementary School
Hsinchu, Taiwan
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Taught and designed curriculum for Gr 4-6 English, Drama, Music, Culture classes consisting of 28+ students aged 9-11
- Coached students for English Dialogue Competition
- Designed a 3-day Winter Camp and taught 20 Gr 4-6 students on International Eating Manner
- Assessed English oral test for 600+ students
- Weekly storytelling to Gr 2 – 4 students
IB MATH SL TEACHER
Taipei Kuei Shan School
Taipei, Taiwan
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Taught Gr 9-10 Geometry, Algebra, Pre-Calculus classes (IB MYP Curriculum) consisting of 30+ students aged 14-15
- Taught Gr 11 Math SL (IB DP Curriculum) class consisting of 10 students aged 16-17
- Wrote each subject's curriculum on the unit planner using the software: Managebac, Atlas IB
MATH LECTURER
Sunway University
Selangor, Malaysia
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Taught Pre-University classes (Advanced Function and Data Management) consisting of students aged 15 – 22
- Facilitated an ongoing discussion with students to encourage independent and critical thinking
- Assessed comprehension, competence and problem solving through exercises or tests
Education
Master of Science - Statistics
University of Toronto
01-1999
Honors Bachelor of Science - undefined
University of Toronto
01-1998
Skills
- Written and Oral Chinese – English Translator
- Teaching/Tutoring
- Critical/Analytical Thinking
- Technical Writing
- Data Management
- SAS/SPSS/SPLUS programming
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Certificate of Completion of Online Teacher training
- Professional Certificate of Qualification
- Adult Teaching Certificate
- IB MYP Inquiry in the MYP Cat 3
- IB MYP Math: Implementing the MYP curriculum Category 1
- Diploma Program Mathematics SL
- Category 1 IBAP DP Cat 1, 2, 3
ACTIVITIES
Certificate of Recognition – for significant contribution and collaborative effort in the development of the International Baccalaureate DP curriculum, Taipei Kuei School, Taipei, Taiwan, NSERC (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada) Award: PGSA, Dr. James A. & Connie P. Dickson Scholarship in the Science and Mathematics, The Anna and Alex Beverly Memorial Fellowship, University of Toronto Graduate Scholarship
Timeline
Piano Teacher
Angelic Sounds
01.2025 - Current
Piano Teacher/Accompanist
Lakeland School of Music
01.2023 - 02.2026
ONLINE MATH Teacher
Cestar High School, Olympiads School
01.2020 - 01.2021
ONLINE MATH TRANSLATOR (Freelance)
Think Academy International Education Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020
STATISTICS INSTRUCTOR
Langara College
01.2017 - 01.2018
MATH AND STAT LAB TUTOR
Langara College
01.2017
ENGLISH TEACHER
Chu Jen Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2017
IB MATH EXAMINER
IBEN
01.2014 - Current
IB MATH SL TEACHER
Taipei Kuei Shan School
01.2014 - 01.2016
MATH LECTURER
Sunway University
01.2011 - 01.2012
Honors Bachelor of Science - undefined
University of Toronto
Master of Science - Statistics
University of Toronto