Kien H. Nguyen
Walnut,CA
Summary
- Motivated & detail-oriented college student actively pursuing a Neurobiology degree with a passion for Pharmaceuticals, Food & Gaming Industry.
- Throughout my academic journey, I have excelled in Math, Spanish & Natural Sciences with honors, showcasing my commitment to academic excellence.
- Distinguished English Teacher at an English Centre and procured a mastery of English Teaching Skills, I am accustomed to performing impeccably under high pressure environment.
- Proactively engaged in School Sports like Football, Swimming, Track & Tennis along with various national competitions such as Math Team, Robotics, Model UN, Science Olympiad to cultivate exceptional Communication & Collaboration Skills.
- An avid pianist & chess player, I take pleasures in mental challenges, solving problems & creating optimal solutions in everyday life.
- Eager learn & grow, I am seeking opportunities to channel my academic prowess and dynamic skills into a professional organization & I am confident in my ability to make positive impacts & contribute to its success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
Imap
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced students' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation while improving instruction methods at the same time.
- Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction in order to give the best prepare for the English standardised exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, SAT.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in second-language education, enhancing teaching effectiveness.
- Coordinated special events celebrating linguistic diversity within the school community, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all learners.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
COVID-19 Tester
UC Davis
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Enhanced testing accuracy by following strict procedures and utilizing proper equipment for COVID-19 testing.
- Reduced wait times for test results by efficiently processing accurate samples and maintaining a streamlined workflow to report test results to the community.
- Increased safety measures by adhering to stringent sanitation protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment during COVID-19 testing.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new COVID-19 testers, enabling quick integration into the team and increased efficiency.
- Contributed to public health research by collecting demographic data from patients during the testing process, aiding in identifying trends and potential outbreaks.
Associate Operations Manager
Trolley Museum
09.2015 - 01.2019
- Reduced operational costs through effective resources managements and strategic planning of the renovation of vintage trolleys at the Seashore's Trolley Museum.
- Took part in the project of renovating a dozen of vintage trolleys at the world's oldest and largest museum of mass transit vehicles.
- The laborious tasks ranged from replacing old railway sleepers, clearing the track for exhibition to restoring trolleys' windows frame by frame and tool management.
- Improved inventory management systems, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for increased efficiency..
Hospital Volunteer
Hoan My Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate care and assistance during hospital visits.
- Supported hospital staff in daily tasks, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted with patient transport, ensuring timely arrival to appointments and reducing wait times.
- Maintained clean and safe environments for patients, families, and staff by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Organized materials for hospital events, contributing to successful fundraisers and community outreach programs.
- Also provided assistance for translation when it came to English-speaking patients and clients.
Education
No Degree - Neurobiology Physiology Behaviour
UC Davis
Davis, CA06.2025
High School Diploma -
Thornton Academy
Saco, ME06.2019
Skills
- Multilingual/Fluent in Vietnamese & English; conversant in Spanish & French
- Musical and Digital Literacy
- Creative and Meticulous
- Team Collaboration
- Performance Monitoring & Data Tracking
- Continuous Learning Mindset & Adaptability
- Online Teaching & ESL Teaching Methods
- Time & Project Management Abilities
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
- Laboratory Testing Knowledge & Sanitation Protocols Implementation
- Patient Confidentiality Practices
- Nutrition Knowledge & Food Safety
- Operational Efficiency & Strategic Planning
- Customer Service
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
Imap
01.2023 - 12.2023
COVID-19 Tester
UC Davis
12.2020 - 04.2021
Hospital Volunteer
Hoan My Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2018
Associate Operations Manager
Trolley Museum
09.2015 - 01.2019
No Degree - Neurobiology Physiology Behaviour
UC Davis
High School Diploma -
Thornton Academy
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