Tien-An (Anna) Chiang
Quality Schools International Shenzhen
San Diego,CA
4
Languages
3
years of professional experience
Student leader with experience in laboratory support, event coordination, and community projects. Strong in teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail while managing volunteers, planning, and hands-on responsibilities.
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
1 Year- Demonstrated proper use of lab equipment and chemical handling techniques, enhancing student comprehension and safety.
- Guided laboratory sessions, reinforcing safety protocols and ensuring students understood experimental procedures.
- Prepared laboratory equipment, chemicals, and workspace for teaching activities, facilitating smooth and effective learning experiences.
- Trained new assistants on equipment setup, safety expectations, and instructional routines.
Animal Rescue and Adoption Coordinator
2 Years- Directed school-wide animal welfare initiatives through club president responsibilities, partnering with Karuna Rescue to rehabilitate dogs rescued from meat trucks.
- Provided hands-on animal care, including grooming and socialization, to enhance dogs' readiness for permanent adoption.
- Created adoption promotional videos and oversaw social media campaigns to boost visibility for rescued dogs.
- Coordinated club meetings and events to engage members in animal welfare activities.
Volunteer
2 Years 5 Months- Directed lighting and sound design for 3 annual school plays, overseeing all technical aspects from concept to final performance.
- Operated and controlled lighting and music systems during rehearsals and live shows, ensuring seamless execution of technical elements.
- Collaborated with directors and performers to align technical effects with creative vision and enhance stage timing.
- Troubleshot technical issues in real time, ensuring smooth performances during live conditions.
Volunteer
2 Months- Co-organized the school's TEDx event, overseeing candidate selection, interviews, budgeting, and fundraising efforts to ensure successful execution.
- Streamlined candidate selection process by screening applicants and conducting interviews to curate a diverse lineup of speakers.
- Led fundraising efforts by organizing homemade baked goods sales in school, raising funds to support event operations.
- Organized homemade baked goods sales, leading fundraising initiatives that supported operational costs for the event.
Homecoming Committee Leader
2 Years 2 Months- Led the Homecoming planning committee, overseeing all aspects of event organization from concept to execution.
- Managed team workflow by assigning roles, tracking progress, and maintaining motivation to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Coordinated event logistics, managing budget, vendor communication, and setup to deliver a cohesive event experience.
Volunteer
2 Years- Coordinated a weekly reading buddy program, recruiting school volunteers and leading English reading sessions at Yucai Primary School.
- Organized end-to-end logistics scheduling, coordinated volunteers’ transportation arrangements, and ensured consistent weekly participation.
- Led interactive English reading sessions, engaging elementary students to build literacy skills and reading confidence in English.
- Managed volunteer teams, providing guidance and fostering enthusiasm to create a supportive learning environment.
Shenzhen Soil Investigation Community Project Lead
4 Months- Led environmental soil study execution across five ecological sites, managing team of six from planning through final published report.
- Conducted field research workflows, processed soil samples, and performed atomic absorption spectroscopy to identify heavy metal concentrations in soil.
- Coordinated schedules with Shenzhen University to support smooth experiment execution.
- Assisted with meeting preparation, notes, and status updates for stakeholders.
Education
High School Diploma
- 4.0 GPA
- Summa cum laude graduate
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
Skills
Organizational skills
Schedule coordination
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Written communication
Laboratory safety
Teamwork and collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Event coordination
Accomplishments
- Member of National Honor Society
- Treasurer of Science National Honor Society
- Member of National Chinese Honor Society
- President of Animal Rescue Club
- Vice President of Medical Insurance Club
- Vice President of Biking Club
- Earned certification in traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Russian
Limited Working
Interests
Baking
Music
Interested in space exploration videos
Swimming
Fashion and Style
Genealogy
Environmental Conservation Projects
Timeline
Volunteer
TEDx
2025.12 - 2026.02Read More
Teacher's Assistant
Quality Schools International Shenzhen
2025.06 - 2026.06Read More
Shenzhen Soil Investigation Community Project Lead
2024.10 - 2025.02Read More
Animal Rescue and Adoption Coordinator
Karuna Rescue
2024.06 - 2026.06Read More
Volunteer
QSI International Thesbian Society
2023.10 - 2026.03Read More
Homecoming Committee Leader
Quality Schools International Shenzhen
2023.10 - 2025.12Read More
Volunteer
Shenzhen Shekou Yucai No. 2 Primary School
2023.06 - 2025.06Read More
Quality Schools International Shenzhen
High School Diploma
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University of California San Diego
Bachelor of Science from Molecular And Cell Biology
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