Cassandra Ng
Arcadia,CA
Summary
Dedicated student teacher completing a graduate education program, seeking a full-time elementary teaching position for the upcoming academic year. Experienced in incorporating educational technology, hands-on and kinesthetic learning, and play-based instruction to create engaging, student-centered classrooms. Committed to fostering joy in learning, supporting diverse learners, and promoting academic growth through inclusive and differentiated instruction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Student Teacher
La Rosa Elementary School
Temple City, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Accumulated 400 hours of student teaching in a kindergarten classroom of 23 students
- Managed daily classroom routines and transitions between lessons to maintain an organized, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
- Differentiated instruction using multisensory materials, manipulatives, and kinesthetic movement to support diverse learners and English learners
- Integrated multiple means of representation, including acting out scenarios, technology, crafts, and manipulatives, to increase student understanding and engagement in math and literacy lessons
- Served as a Cantonese/Mandarin translator for Chinese-speaking students and families to support classroom instruction, family communication, and behavioral support with the administration
- Developed partnerships with my mentor teacher and other grade-level educators on-site to support instructional planning and pacing for the academic year
4th Grade Student Teacher
Cloverly Elementary School
Temple City, CA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Completed 400 hours of student teaching in a fourth-grade classroom of 33 students
- Fostered a safe and inclusive learning environment for all learners by designing differentiated, standards-aligned ELA and Social Science lessons that were responsive to students’ interests, cultural backgrounds, and learning needs
- Incorporated educational technology and real-world connections within lessons to increase student engagement and deepen understanding of content
- Connected ELA lessons and informational texts to students’ prior knowledge and real-world experiences to make learning meaningful for young learners
- Delivered targeted reading comprehension instruction to six English Language Development (ELD) students through structured small-group lessons three times per week, supporting growth in comprehension and language development
- Maintained consistent communication with families by drafting emails and supporting parent-teacher conferences
1st-6th Grade Winter/Summer/Afterschool Teacher
Chinese Christian Herald Crusades Center
San Gabriel, CA
06.2020 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented weekly standards-aligned lessons to support students’ foundational reading, writing, and math skills in preparation for the upcoming academic year
- Fostered a safe and inclusive classroom environment through regular student check-ins and consistent communication with families, including weekly progress reports detailing students’ behavior and academic growth
- Established positive relationships with colleagues, program directors, and families to promote student success and a collaborative learning environment
Child and Adolescent Studies Student Association Club Community Projects Manager & Member
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Proposed and developed a year-long pacing guide to organize 4-6 monthly volunteer events and donation drives in collaboration with organizations across Orange County to support underserved children and families
- Led weekly executive board and general meetings to coordinate service projects and promote academic workshops for students offered by the University
- Designed event flyers using Canva for the organization’s social media platforms to promote community service initiatives and increase member participation
Intern
Sunset Lane Elementary School
Fullerton, CA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided small-group literacy instruction for 3-5 students using targeted questioning and instructional strategies to strengthen reading comprehension and understanding of literary devices
- Collaborated with my site supervisor to implement differentiated reading activities tailored to students’ literacy levels and learning needs
Intern
James Madison Elementary School
Anaheim, CA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated reading groups with 5-7 students in dual immersion programs, focusing on their phonics, sentence structure, and vowel patterns
- Analyzed student progress from educational platforms (Jiji, Lexia, i-Ready) to make data-informed instructional decisions, providing targeted small-group instruction and individualized support for students needing additional intervention
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Multiple Subject
USC Rossier School of Education
05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
05-2024
Skills
- Languages: English (Native), Cantonese (Fluent), Mandarin (Proficient)
- Educational Technology: Canva, Google Classroom, ClassDojo, Kahoot, Blooket
- Instructional Skills: Lesson planning, differentiated instruction, small-group instruction, classroom management, parent communication, data-driven instruction, formative assessment, support for English Language Learners, student engagement, and hands-on/interactive learning strategies
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, American Red Cross (Valid through 2028)
- 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
- Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential (Expected June 2026)
Timeline
Kindergarten Student Teacher
La Rosa Elementary School
01.2026 - Current
4th Grade Student Teacher
Cloverly Elementary School
08.2025 - 12.2025
Intern
Sunset Lane Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Intern
James Madison Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Child and Adolescent Studies Student Association Club Community Projects Manager & Member
California State University, Fullerton
08.2022 - 05.2024
1st-6th Grade Winter/Summer/Afterschool Teacher
Chinese Christian Herald Crusades Center
06.2020 - 12.2025
Master of Arts in Teaching - Multiple Subject
USC Rossier School of Education
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton