HUI YI (IRIS) LI
Little Neck
Summary
Dedicated NYCPS Paraprofessional with extensive experience in music education and classroom instruction for diverse learners. Expertise in fostering inclusive environments and collaborating with educators to implement IEP goals. Passionate about supporting students' academic and behavioral needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full-Time Certified Paraprofessional & Teaching Assistant
P.S. 82 The Hammond
Queens
05.2025 - Current
- Provide dedicated academic, behavioral, and physical support to students with diverse needs.
- Collaborate with lead teachers to implement IEP goals and manage classroom dynamics.
Youth & Children’s Sunday School Teacher
Community Church of Great Neck
Long Island
08.2023 - Current
- Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons for children and youth.
- Foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
Independent Educator
Certified Piano Instructor
New York City & Long Island
09.2017 - Current
- Provide individualized music theory and piano performance instruction to diverse student age groups.
Substitute Paraprofessional
William Sidney Mount School (P.S. 174)
Queens
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained classroom continuity and supported instructional delivery across multiple grade levels.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom environments and student learning styles.
Paralegal & Certified Notary Public
Law Offices of Siu Liang Li, PLLC
New York
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Handled legal documentation, client communications, and provided official notary services.
Principal and Teacher of Children’s Sunday School
Boon Church of Overseas Chinese Mission
Flushing
05.2017 - 08.2023
- Managed operations, curriculum selection, and teacher scheduling for the children's program.
- Taught general biblical and moral subjects to elementary-aged students.
Educator
Home Education Provider
Queens
09.2002 - 08.2017
- Delivered comprehensive home-based instruction spanning Pre-K to Middle School curricula.
Co-Founder of Children's Music School & Youth Director
The Great Commission Bible Church
Queens
09.2001 - 08.2008
- Developed music education programming to enhance community engagement and foster youth participation in arts initiatives.
Education
Ed.D. - Music Education
Columbia University, Teachers College
New York, NY01-2001
M.A. - Music (Piano Performance)
Berklee College of Music, Boston Conservatory
Boston, MA01-1997
B.A. - Music Education
National Taipei University of Education
Taipei, Taiwan01-1993
Skills
- IEP Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavioral Intervention
- Team Collaboration
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Windows OS
- NYCPS Data Systems
Certification
- NYCPS Certified Paraprofessional, 2013632, 2749324
- Certified NYS Notary Public
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Mandarin, Fluent
- Taiwanese, Fluent
- Cantonese, Basic Proficiency
Timeline
Full-Time Certified Paraprofessional & Teaching Assistant
P.S. 82 The Hammond
05.2025 - Current
Substitute Paraprofessional
William Sidney Mount School (P.S. 174)
01.2025 - 05.2025
Youth & Children’s Sunday School Teacher
Community Church of Great Neck
08.2023 - Current
Paralegal & Certified Notary Public
Law Offices of Siu Liang Li, PLLC
06.2022 - 08.2024
Independent Educator
Certified Piano Instructor
09.2017 - Current
Principal and Teacher of Children’s Sunday School
Boon Church of Overseas Chinese Mission
05.2017 - 08.2023
Educator
Home Education Provider
09.2002 - 08.2017
Co-Founder of Children's Music School & Youth Director
The Great Commission Bible Church
09.2001 - 08.2008
Ed.D. - Music Education
Columbia University, Teachers College
M.A. - Music (Piano Performance)
Berklee College of Music, Boston Conservatory
B.A. - Music Education
National Taipei University of Education