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Heidi Zhu

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Passionate about incorporating culturally responsive teaching to promote empathy and positive view in cultural differences, especially with students in marginalized communities. Also heavily focused on effective teaching through meeting students at their current academic and emotional level.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Wawa
11.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to develop efficiency in product production.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Record data for product stocking and communicate stocking needs with management.

Practicum Student

Leon County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024

Since entering the Elementary Education program, I have worked with different elementary schools and grades every semester. I have worked with grades K, 2, 3, and 5 in four various Title I school settings.

  • Observed and assisted homeroom teachers
  • Gathered and analyzed student data
  • Created data-based lesson plans with various accomodations


Learning Assistant

Florida State University
01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Supported student learning needs on course content during lecture and labs
  • Held office hours throughout the week to cover content and provide feedback
  • Assisted professor in modifying content and features of future course
  • Collaborated with Math TAs on facilitating student discussion

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05.2024

Skills

  • Culturally Responsive Teaching
  • Multi-Cultural Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Lesson Planning

Extracurricular

Active in managing a Latin dance company on campus that shares Bachata, a Dominican partner dance, with the local community. We hold free public lessons every week and collaborate with other organizations to spread awareness of Hispanic culture and dance. 

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Chinese (Cantonese)
Limited Working

Timeline

Practicum Student

Leon County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024

Learning Assistant

Florida State University
01.2021 - 04.2023

Customer Service Representative

Wawa
11.2020 - Current

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Florida State University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida State University
Heidi Zhu