Junyue Zhang
Irvine
Summary
Experienced teaching different ages of young children in different classroom settings. Strong leadership skills to guide children through daily activities and transitions. Implement differentiated instructions to support all children’s learning. Ensure open communications with parents and partner teacher regarding children’s growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Student Teacher
Irvine International Academy
01.2024 - Current
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Implemented differentiated instruction for diverse learners, resulting in improved academic progress for all students.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Transitional Kindergarten Student Teacher
Irvine International Academy
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student understanding of complex topics through the use of visual aids, real-world examples, and interactive activities.
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
Kindergarten Mandarin Teacher
Irvine International Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support all students success.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and language proficiency levels of students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by incorporating cultural activities and authentic materials in lessons.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
Afterschool Teacher
Irvine International Academy
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
University Elementary School - First Grade Student Teacher
- Developed creative lessons and hands-on activities to 18 students between 5-7 years old
- Arriving 30 minutes beforehand to prepare for class
- Delivered lessons based on children’s abilities and needs
- Implemented technology such as Google Docs to improve children’s learning.
Hoosier Court - Preschool Student Teacher
- Developed play-based learning environment
- Engaged children in interactive activities, includes storytelling, hands-on activities, singing and games
- Created positive relationships with 14 children and their parents
- Led play-based lessons in language art, math, science, and art for preschool students.
St. Marks – Toddler Student Teacher
- Built positive relationships with both children and parents
- Knowing the developmental level of each child as well as their special needs
- Acted as a positive model for all children.
Beijing JuRen School – Teacher Assistant
- Co-teaching with foreign language teacher
- Engaged all children in learning English through different activities
- Assisted in engaging children to learn during field trips.
Education
B.A. in Early Childhood Education -
Indiana University
Bloomington, INMaster of Arts - Master of Teaching
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.2024
No Degree - BCLAD
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA08.2023
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Technology Integration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Team Teaching
- Special Education
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Clean Background Check
Timeline
4th Grade Student Teacher
Irvine International Academy
01.2024 - Current
Transitional Kindergarten Student Teacher
Irvine International Academy
08.2023 - 12.2023
Kindergarten Mandarin Teacher
Irvine International Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
Afterschool Teacher
Irvine International Academy
03.2022 - 06.2022
University Elementary School - First Grade Student Teacher
Hoosier Court - Preschool Student Teacher
St. Marks – Toddler Student Teacher
Beijing JuRen School – Teacher Assistant
B.A. in Early Childhood Education -
Indiana University
Master of Arts - Master of Teaching
University of Southern California
No Degree - BCLAD
University of California - Los Angeles
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