Yi Gu
Athens,GA
Summary
Achieved significant improvement in student performance through expert subject knowledge and problem-solving skills. Engaged over 80 online students across cultures in regular sessions and numerous others in on-demand sessions. Leveraging online tools proficiency and student engagement strategies for enhanced learning outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Tutor
Self-Employed
10.2016 - Current
- Conducted online tutoring sessions with around 40 high school students and 20 college students who lived in China and in the U.S.
- Improved students' understanding and problem-solving in Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus, and Organic Chemistry.
- Used positive reinforcement to encourage confidence and good study habits.
- Developed personalized study plans and helped students master challenging materials.
Writer and Journalist
Freelance
09.2014 - Current
- Published articles about China in Chinese editions of newspapers such as New York Times and Liberty Times.
- Wrote news reports on human rights and civil society in China for "柏林研報" (Berliner Bericht).
- Compiled daily headlines for Telegram News Channel "翻牆報" (Over the Wall).
Online Tutor
Varsity Tutors (Contracted)
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Conducted regular one-on-one tutoring sessions with 24 college students in Calculus, General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.
- Conducted over 2,000 hours of instant sessions with high school and college students in Math, Chemistry, Physics and Chinese.
- Tailored strategies and approaches to individual students needs and learning styles.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings from students and established long-term relationship.
Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant
University Of Georgia
07.2012 - 03.2020
- Checked assignments, proctored tests, graded exams, and provided timely feedback to help students improve performance.
- Taught online practice lessons (during COVID), hosted weekly Q&A hours, gave pre-lab lectures, supervised student labs.
- Conducted research activities, supported senior team members, contributed to literature reviews, and participated in group meetings.
In-Person Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Conducted in-person tutoring sessions for high school students in Integrated Math, Competition Math, Physics and Chemistry.
- Helped students understand concepts and principles and improve test-taking skills.
- Collaborated with students to make study plans and wrote practice test problems.
Education
Graduate Coursework - Chemistry
University of Georgia
Athens, GABachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Science And Technology of China
Hefei, AH, China07.2006
High School Diploma -
Luzhou High School
Luzhou, SC, China07.2001
Skills
- Expert subject knowledge
- Problem-solving skills
- Online tools proficiency
- Student engagement strategies
- Cross-cultural understanding
Timeline
Online Tutor
Varsity Tutors (Contracted)
07.2021 - 07.2024
Online Tutor
Self-Employed
10.2016 - Current
Writer and Journalist
Freelance
09.2014 - Current
Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant
University Of Georgia
07.2012 - 03.2020
In-Person Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2011 - 05.2012
Graduate Coursework - Chemistry
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Science And Technology of China
High School Diploma -
Luzhou High School
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