Jiaze(Enzo) Zheng
Franklin Square
Summary
Pre-service Social Studies Teacher (7-12) graduating in 2026, currently pursuing NYS Certification. brings robust fieldwork experience in curriculum planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction for diverse populations. committed to fostering critical thinking and civic responsibility through inquiry-based learning.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher / Fieldwork Intern (Grades 6-8)
PS/IS 499 - The Queens College School for Math, Science and Technology
09.2025 - Current
- Instruction & Planning: Designed and delivered independent and co-taught Social Studies lessons aligned with NYC Passport curriculum. Utilized Google Classroom, Kahoot, and Newsela to enhance student engagement and content accessibility.
- Civic Engagement: Coordinated student-led initiatives including "School Soapbox," civic action projects, and field trips to foster active citizenship and community awareness.
- Differentiation: Adapted instructional materials for a diverse classroom including ELLs and IEP students, ensuring equitable access to complex historical texts and concepts.
- Assessment & Feedback: Graded assignments, projects, and quizzes, providing constructive feedback to support student growth. Analyzed student data to adjust future instruction.
- Classroom Management: Assisted in maintaining a positive learning environment through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies; supported safety protocols including soft/hard lockdown drills and fire drills.
Individual Tutor (Grade 5, Student with ADHD)
Private Academic Tutor 1
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Intervention Strategy: Developed a targeted intervention plan utilizing visual aids, video content, and repetitive skill-building to support a student with ADHD struggling in a traditional classroom setting.
- Academic Growth: Successfully raised student’s state exam proficiency levels significantly within one academic year: ELA: Improved from Level 1 to Level 4, Math & Science: Improved from Level 2/3 to Level 3
- Parent Communication: Maintained regular contact with parents to align home-support strategies with academic goals.
Individual Tutor (High School, Student with Autism)
Private Academic Tutor 2
12.2022 - 06.2025
- Long-term Support: Provided 2.5 years of consistent academic and emotional support for a student with Autism (IEP) from Bayside High School.
- Holistic Development: Focused on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) to manage anxiety and build confidence. Facilitated community integration by guiding the student in using local facilities and practicing social expression.
- Skill Building: Scaffolded instruction for Regents exam preparation, English grammar, and foundational academic skills, accommodating a slower processing speed with patience and structured routine.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education & Youth Services (SEYS)
Queens College, City University of New York (CUNY)
Flushing, NY06.2026
Skills
- Instructional Technology and Materials: Google Workspace for Education, NYC Passport, Newsela, Kahoot, Smartboard, Zoom
- Languages: Fluent in English and Mandarin
- Core Competencies: Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management, IEP/504 Implementation, Lesson Planning, Crisis De-escalation
Timeline
Student Teacher / Fieldwork Intern (Grades 6-8)
PS/IS 499 - The Queens College School for Math, Science and Technology
09.2025 - Current
Individual Tutor (Grade 5, Student with ADHD)
Private Academic Tutor 1
11.2024 - 06.2025
Individual Tutor (High School, Student with Autism)
Private Academic Tutor 2
12.2022 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education & Youth Services (SEYS)
Queens College, City University of New York (CUNY)