Jing Lu
Portland,OR
Summary
Recent graduate elementary educator with a Master’s degree in Elementary Teaching and hands-on practicum experience in diverse K–5 classrooms. Highly experienced in teaching Chinese music and coordinating multicultural events and programs, with strong skills in project planning, logistics, and community engagement. Hardworking and passionate professional seeking opportunities in elementary teaching, school administration, and program/event coordination to create safe, inclusive, and enriching learning environments for all students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Practicum
Hope Chinese Charter School
08.2025 - Current
- Led two fourth-grade classes of 50 students in Mathematics and Chinese instruction.
- Prepared daily morning work, classwork worksheets, and exit tickets to support students’ learning.
- Used formative assessments (exit tickets, quick checks, observations) and analyze data to adjust instruction and re-teach key concepts as needed.
- Created student-centered lesson plans for Math and Chinese, addressing reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
- Integrated age-appropriate educational technology (e.g., interactive slides, online practice) to support and extend student learning.
- Checked and provided feedback on Math and Chinese homework on a daily basis.
- Recorded each student’s homework completion and submission status consistently.
- Graded tests, quizzes, exit tickets, and writing projects, and returned assessments within 1–2 days.
- Provided targeted support to individual students and small groups to reinforce key concepts.
- Differentiated instruction and provided accommodations to meet the needs of multilingual learners and students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented and maintained a classroom reward system; tracked students’ points weekly and recognized top students monthly.
- Designed classroom signs, reward certificates, and instructional PowerPoint slides to enhance engagement.
- Organized and adjusted students’ seating arrangements based on behavior, learning needs, and classroom dynamics.
- Participated in teacher–parent conferences to communicate students’ academic progress, learning needs, and behavior.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Reconfigured classroom seating and desk arrangements to increase student engagement and support different learning styles.
- Worked successfully under tight deadlines in a fast-paced school environment.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues, providing support and sharing instructional ideas.
FOUNDER AND MUSIC PROGRAM DIRECTOR
PORTLAND NEW MUSIC CENTER LLC
01.2016 - 06.2025
- Taught Chinese music lessons to children and youth ages 5–18, focusing on performance skills, music theory, and stage presence.
- Organized and prepared students to participate in music competitions; students consistently received international awards, including gold and silver prizes at the Singapore Raffle Culture and Festival and the American Protégé International Music Talent Competition.
- Organized student performances at local retirement centers, libraries, cultural events, school concerts (elementary, middle, and high schools), and community festivals.
- Led students in Lunar New Year Gala performances at Keller Auditorium, performing for audiences of over 3,000 people.
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR (CHINESE MUSIC)
PSU SCHOOL OF MUSIC & THEATER
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Taught elective Chinese dulcimer to more than 30 college students, focusing on technical skills, performance techniques, musical interpretation.
- Designed and developed course curriculum to increase student engagement.
- Created detailed course schedules, weekly modules, and assignment timelines to ensure a clear and well-structured learning progression.
- Delivered lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice sessions tailored to varying skill levels and learning styles.
- Provided individualized feedback to support students’ technique improvement, musical expression, and repertoire mastery.
- Collaborated with department faculties to perform on concerts for school students and community.
MUSIC PROJECT COORDINATOR
PSU CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated summer international music programs between the Central Conservatory of Music (China) and Portland State University School of Music, bringing college students to China for three-week visits over three consecutive years.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, timelines, and potential conflicts.
- Responded to inquiries and provided requested information on program materials and logistics.
- Kept projects on track by managing deadlines, monitoring progress, and adjusting workflows as needed.
- Maintained close communication with program committees to clarify specific requirements and ensure program needs were met.
- Helped students recognize and respect cultural differences, creating a safe, inclusive, and enriching learning experience during their study period in Beijing.
- Organized community music events, including concerts, class presentations, and performances for various local occasions and school events (elementary, middle, and high schools), reaching over 2,500 local audience members and students.
- Managed the Volunteer Music Teacher Program in collaboration with the Central Conservatory of Music, coordinating volunteer Chinese music teachers at PSU School of Music and overseeing their work under the management of CIPSU to ensure smooth integration and alignment with program goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
George Fox University
Newberg, OR01-2026
Master of Arts - STAGE MANAGEMENT
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
New York, NY07.2013
BA - MUSIC PERFORMANCE
CENTRAL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
CHINA06.2010
Skills
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Management & Student Engagement
- Assessment, Grading & Data Tracking
- Family & Community Engagement
- Music Education
- Event & Project Coordination
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Bilingual: Mandarin Chinese (native speaker) & English
- Other: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Canva, Graphic design, administrative skill, Stage Management, Outgoing Personality, organized skill, very patient
Timeline
Teaching Practicum
Hope Chinese Charter School
08.2025 - Current
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR (CHINESE MUSIC)
PSU SCHOOL OF MUSIC & THEATER
01.2018 - 06.2019
MUSIC PROJECT COORDINATOR
PSU CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE
01.2017 - 01.2019
FOUNDER AND MUSIC PROGRAM DIRECTOR
PORTLAND NEW MUSIC CENTER LLC
01.2016 - 06.2025
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
George Fox University
Master of Arts - STAGE MANAGEMENT
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
BA - MUSIC PERFORMANCE
CENTRAL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC