Zhihan Ding
West Lafayette,IN
Summary
Experienced teaching assistant with a strong background in student management, personalized learning strategies, and classroom coordination. My first job in a sushi shop honed my skills in food preparation and food safety, ensuring attention to detail and high standards of quality. Fluent in Mandarin as my first language and highly proficient in English, I excel in cross-cultural communication and building positive relationships. Known for my friendly demeanor and ability to connect with people, I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to fostering growth and learning in both educational and professional settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sushi Chef
Share menu Sushi
Hangzhou, China
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared sushi rolls with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes.
- Stored raw ingredients correctly according to established protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Teacher's Assistant
Yingbei Education
Hangzhou, China
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Explained class procedures, lab policies and important dates.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.
Teaching Assistant
Ant Education
Hangzhou, China
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
Professor's Assistant
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Led discussion sections, tutorials or laboratory sections.
- Assisted with the preparation of course materials such as handouts, syllabi, and exams.
- Informed students of procedures for completing and submitting class work.
- Graded exams, assignments and essays and recorded grades.
Mentor Teacher
IKON education
Hangzhou, China
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed a comprehensive mentoring plan that included individualized coaching sessions with each teacher assigned to me.
- Assisted with the recruitment of potential mentor candidates from within our district's teacher cohort.
- Monitored student performance data and collaborated with administrators to develop appropriate interventions for struggling students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Study
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Foreign language instruction
- Specialty rolls creation
- Food safety
- Food presentation
- Student assessments
- Friendly and outgoing
- Study skills development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Javanese
Limited
Timeline
Mentor Teacher
IKON education
03.2024 - 11.2024
Professor's Assistant
Occidental College
09.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching Assistant
Ant Education
08.2023 - 10.2023
Sushi Chef
Share menu Sushi
06.2021 - 09.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Yingbei Education
06.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Study
Purdue University
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