Yazhi Zhang
IRVINE,CA
Summary
Professional educator with comprehensive experience in curriculum development and classroom management. Known for ability to inspire students and foster collaborative learning environments. Adaptable and reliable team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher of Elementary
Think Academy Irvine
08.2022 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success in math.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
Senior Teacher
Education First
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Curriculum planning and materials selection.
- Attended professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students with varying learning needs.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall instructional quality across content areas.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected subject areas and promoted critical thinking skills.
- Maintained TESOL credential and up-to-date understanding of trends in education.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Teaching
Columbia University
New York, NY10-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg, PA06-2018
High School Diploma -
Verde Valley School
Sedona, AZ08-2014
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Parent-teacher communication
- Key decision making
- Lesson development
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Lead Teacher of Elementary
Think Academy Irvine
08.2022 - Current
Senior Teacher
Education First
08.2018 - 04.2020
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Teaching
Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Gettysburg College
High School Diploma -
Verde Valley School
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