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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Qilin Zhu

Belmont,CA

Summary

Motivated and culturally responsive educator with experience supporting diverse learners across community programs and university settings. Skilled in literacy coaching, language instruction, and designing engaging learning activities for both children and adult ESL students. Known for strong communication, compassionate mentorship, and the ability to build inclusive learning environments. Brings a solid academic foundation in Chinese language and English language studies, along with hands-on experience leading tutorials, creating instructional materials, and supporting learners with varying language needs. Committed to fostering meaningful learning experiences that empower students, and promote cross-cultural understanding.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

SHINE Program Literacy Coach

City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, California
09.2025 - 12.2025
  • Supported adult ESL learners through one-on-one instruction and small-group literacy activities.
  • Facilitated reading, vocabulary building, and oral language practice.
  • Provided individualized feedback and modeled effective learning strategies.

Student Assistant Volunteer

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Tutored students in Chinese course material to improve comprehension and language skills.
  • Provided in-class support and assistance to the students.
  • Organized tutorial sessions for students who wish to practice Chinese.

Student Assistant Volunteer

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Led tutorial sections under the instructor's direction.
  • Made and organized class materials for novice to intermediate-level Chinese classes.
  • Provided guidance and support to students during in-class and off-class activities.

Education

Master of Arts - Chinese Language And Literature

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
06.2026

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

San José State University
San Jose, CA
12.2024

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Cañada College
Redwood City, CA
12.2022

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Language tutoring
  • Educational support
  • Student engagement
  • Lesson planning
  • Cross-cultural communication

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Japanese
Professional

Accomplishments

Currently 4.0 GPA
Spring 2024 - Dean's Scholar
Spring, Fall 2022 - Dean's List

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

SHINE Program Literacy Coach

City College of San Francisco
09.2025 - 12.2025

Student Assistant Volunteer

San Francisco State University
01.2025 - 05.2025

Student Assistant Volunteer

San Jose State University
01.2024 - 12.2024

Master of Arts - Chinese Language And Literature

San Francisco State University

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

San José State University

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Cañada College