Xin Sun
Madison
Summary
Undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison majoring in Elementary Education, with an ESL minor, a TESOL Certificate (in progress), and a Certificate in Education Policy Studies. Through multiple practicum experiences and English language teaching, I am developing skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction. I am committed to learning how to foster inclusive and equitable English education that values students’ cultural and linguistic diversity.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Language Tutor
UW-Madison Cultural and Linguistic Service
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Cooperated with a native English-speaking instructor to co-teach English grammar and communication lessons for international visiting scholars.
- Conducted classes twice a week (8:00–9:00 a.m.) and designed interactive activities to build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- Incorporated multiple teaching approaches and authentic materials to enhance engagement and language proficiency.
Student Teacher
Lowell Elementary School
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Familiarized myself with the school system and classroom routines through observation and collaboration with the cooperating teacher.
- Communicated regularly with the cooperating teacher to learn effective instructional and classroom management strategies.
- Designed and taught Morning Meeting lessons that promoted community building and student engagement.
- Planned and implemented math lessons integrating visual models and real-world problem solving.
- Gradually took leadership of the class, leading the entire morning session and managing transitions between lessons.
- Reflected on feedback from observations to improve instructional design and classroom interaction.
English Teacher
Pioneer Education Institution
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Designed and delivered TOEFL Speaking lessons for middle school students preparing for overseas study.
- Created differentiated learning materials and practice activities to meet students’ varied English proficiency levels.
- Integrated test-taking strategies, academic vocabulary instruction, and authentic materials to improve students’ overall performance.
Student Teacher
O'Keefe Middle School
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Began the practicum by observing classroom routines, instructional methods, and assessment practices to gain a clear understanding of the U.S. middle school teaching system.
- Assisted the cooperating teacher in facilitating class activities, supporting small groups and individual students during math and science lessons.
- Gradually took on more teaching responsibilities—from co-teaching and leading small group discussions to independently designing and teaching full-class lessons.
- Planned and implemented a Morning Meeting lesson observed by the university supervisor, focusing on community building and social–emotional learning.
- Designed and taught a math lesson on algebraic expressions, incorporating visual models and differentiated supports to promote conceptual understanding.
- Reflected on instructional strategies and student engagement to improve lesson design and classroom communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, ESL Minor
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05-2026
Skills
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Design: Developing skills in designing standards-aligned and engaging lessons in math, literacy, and language learning
- Classroom Management: Learning to establish positive routines, maintain student engagement, and create a supportive classroom environment
- Differentiated Instruction: Gaining experience in adapting materials and strategies to meet the diverse needs of emergent bilingual and multilingual learners
- Assessment & Reflection: Practicing the use of formative assessments and reflective teaching to inform instruction and support student growth
- Cross-Cultural Communication: Continuing to strengthen understanding of cultural and linguistic diversity and exploring ways to bridge educational practices across US and Chinese contexts
- Communication Skills: Strengthening verbal, written, and intercultural communication through collaboration with cooperating teachers, peers, and students
Certification
- TESOL Certificate (in progress, expected December 2025)
- Education Policy Studies Certificate
- Currently pursuing Wisconsin Teaching License (Elementary Education, ESL)
Timeline
Student Teacher
Lowell Elementary School
09.2025 - 12.2025
English Teacher
Pioneer Education Institution
06.2025 - 08.2025
Student Teacher
O'Keefe Middle School
01.2025 - 05.2025
English Language Tutor
UW-Madison Cultural and Linguistic Service
09.2024 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, ESL Minor
University of Wisconsin-Madison