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Yufan K. Ma

Summary

Dedicated at fostering positive learning environment and employing instructional support techniques. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Classroom Educational Assistant

Yinghua Academy
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Diligently assisted the homeroom teacher with assigned daily routine tasks to create and maintain a clean, organized and orderly classroom environment; ensuring classroom rules and procedures were consistently followed by students;
  • Provided valuable support during teacher's instructional time by promoting students engagements and focus in the lessons and actively participated in group activities with learning aid and supervision;
  • Carefully supervised students during specialty classes, lunch, recess time as well as two field trips; provided prompt resolution and reporting if behavioral issues occur;
  • Independently conducted Math and Chinese lessons to the class under the guidance of the cooperating teacher, involving steps such as lesson planning, group learning activity set up, supervision and assessments, etc.;
  • Provided individual or small group guidance to students with academic and/or behavioral challenges as needed;
  • Proactive and open in communication when seeking guidance and cooperation with homeroom teacher and other colleagues to solve classroom management related issues;

2nd Grade Classroom Teaching Assistant

Yinghua Academy
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assisting the classroom teacher daily with tasks such as getting materials ready, classroom organization, daily homework submission, tracking and grading, enforcing classroom routine and procedures, grading assignments and behavior handling;
  • Conducted two field teaching assignments in Math and Science involving steps such as lesson planning, group learning activity set up, supervision and providing reflection upon the lessons to assess students learning outcomes; one observed and evaluated by a cooperating teacher from Yinghua and the other for self-evaluation.
  • Providing individual guidance to students with academic and behavioral challenges as needed;
  • Regularly visited 4th and 5th grade classrooms as assigned by the academic director to provide learning support to students during MCA preparation period.

4th Grade Chinese Immersion Class Teaching Assistant

Lakes International Language Academy
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted the classroom teacher daily with tasks such as tracking attendance and homework submission, classroom routine and procedures, grading assignments, calculating grades, lesson preparation including gathering materials, setting up equipment and behavior handling;
  • Participated in the Fall parent-teacher conference and supervised students during two field trips;
  • Independently conducted Math and Chinese lessons to the class under the guidance of the classroom teacher, involving steps such as lesson planning, group learning activity set up and supervision, etc.;
  • Provided individual guidance to students with academic and behavioral challenges as needed;
  • Maintained a positive and collaborative relationship with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders in the school community.

Pre-K Teaching Assistant

Lakes International Language Academy
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted the lead teacher in conducting educational activities, instructions and responsive classroom practices;
  • Observed classroom procedures, organization techniques and content delivery methods;
  • Follow school policies to ensure a clean, safe and welcoming classroom environment at all times;
  • Facilitated students' comprehension of weekly Chinese language lessons by encouraging them to practice new words and phrases through intentional conversations and book readings;
  • Participated in parent teacher conference and gained understanding of the structure and content of student evaluation, informing learning progress and encouraging parental involvement;

Program Coordinator

IESCEA
03.2015 - 06.2019
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Developed project proposals and secured a government grant to run Newcomer Educational Programming. Programming included information about Canadian laws and cultural and other useful information to support newcomers gain independence;
    • Managed project delivery from launch to completion and supporting in execution of 5 legal seminars to about 300 participants in the Greater Toronto Area in 2018.

Exhibition and Program Committee Volunteer

Chinese American Museum of Chicago
01.2016 - 03.2017
  • Supported in event planning and preparing, workshop development and delivery and ensured all guests were provided with exceptional customer service.
    • Participated in exhibition committee meetings, contributing ideas on improving current exhibitions as well as curating new exhibitions with assistance on IT, organizing collections, conducting research, discussion, and database management;
    • Helped organize and facilitate events and new programs such as the annual fund-raising gala, and new Chinese culture related workshops;
    • Translated several classes for the ‘Chinese Brush Painting workshop';
    • Contributed to curating the new exhibition “The Way We Were-Celebrating Chinese Fashion Heritage" which opened to the public in the Spring of 2017. Contributions were highly recognized by the exhibition committee.

Freight Coordinator

Kuehne + Nagel Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Maintained effective front-line communication with shipping companies, customs brokers, trucking companies, co-loaders, and warehouses as well as coordinating with customers to resolve inquires and with overseas offices to ensure smooth transportation process flow;
  • Monitored and processed system freight shipments, tracking, POD updates, and co-ordination for pick-up and deliveries for FTL/LTL shipments from 5 major hub stations in the U.S to clients located throughout Canada.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Honors) - Management

London School of Economics and Political Science
01.2008

Graduate Teaching Licensure - K-6 Elementary Education

The College of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MN
03-2026

Skills

  • Curriculum implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Family communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Multicultural awareness
  • Problem solving skills
  • Time management skills
  • Commitment to professional development

LNGG

Chinese Mandarin
English

Timeline

Kindergarten Classroom Educational Assistant

Yinghua Academy
08.2024 - 04.2025

2nd Grade Classroom Teaching Assistant

Yinghua Academy
02.2024 - 06.2024

4th Grade Chinese Immersion Class Teaching Assistant

Lakes International Language Academy
09.2023 - 02.2024

Pre-K Teaching Assistant

Lakes International Language Academy
09.2022 - 06.2023

Exhibition and Program Committee Volunteer

Chinese American Museum of Chicago
01.2016 - 03.2017

Program Coordinator

IESCEA
03.2015 - 06.2019

Freight Coordinator

Kuehne + Nagel Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Science (Honors) - Management

London School of Economics and Political Science

Graduate Teaching Licensure - K-6 Elementary Education

The College of St. Scholastica

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