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Qiwen Wu

Calgary

Summary

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

RECE in Preschool room

Learning Jungle
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Taught classes of 20 students between the ages of 3 and 5
  • Designed creative and play-based activities to promote children's mental, physical, and social development and skills
  • Adjusted lesson plans to meet children's unique needs or learning styles
  • Maintained files and assessments for each student to monitor their learning and development progress
  • Uploaded and tagged everyday photos on app for caregivers to view

RECE & ECA & Mandarin/Cantonese Teacher

Inspire Montessori School
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Developed and implemented program that support the four foundations for children (aged 1.5-2.5)
  • Leaded activities by doing circle time, singing songs and telling stories; assisting children during table activity time
  • Observed children and wrote observation reports
  • Guided and assisted children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
  • Worked with other ECEs and ECAs to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
  • Completed daily documentation and log book
  • Worked with the Montessori teacher to prepare developmentally-appropriate activities for children (aged 2.5-4)
  • Delivered presentations during circle time
  • Planned and maintained a supporting environment for children with the Montessori teacher
  • Observed children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems and discussed with the classroom head teacher and the centre supervisor
  • Talked and discussed with caregivers about children’s progress or problems
  • Supported Montessori teacher and ECE in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children (aged 4-6)
  • Submitted written observations on children to head teacher
  • Engaged children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
  • Arranged rooms for meals and rest periods
  • Developed and implemented Mandarin lesson plans
  • Provided engaging and interactive instruction to students of different proficiency levels
  • Communicated with parents about children’s progress and problems on Mandarin and behaviors
  • Prepared report cards at the end of the school year

Summer Camp Early Childhood Education Instructor

Ostar Education
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Designed and delivered online Mandarin classes to children aged 6-12
  • Designed and carried out activities with children aged 3-12
  • Oversaw the daily operation of the special needs camp inclusion service
  • Provided feedback to full-time staff regarding program and participant integration
  • Implemented program and environmental adaptations to create an inclusive environment
  • Promoted appropriate behavior using learned strategies and acquired skills to physically assist with toileting, feeding, and other needs as required
  • Ensured the safety, enjoyment, and care of registered participants
  • Responded to first aid situations

Head Tutor

Minghua Tutoring Center
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Tutored Chinese, math, and English homework for a class of 9 students who were in Grade 5, aged 11-12. Provided them with educational materials, including daily lesson plans, and weekly homework packets, resulting in an improvement of more than 10% in their grades.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to over 10 students falling behind in Chinese writing skills and English (From Grade 3 to Grade 12).
  • Coached and mentored junior tutors on successful teaching strategies and time management.
  • Engaged in First-grade Preparation Class (Preparation curriculum for children aged 5-6), teaching both Chinese and mathematics.

Supervisor of Chinese Writing Department

Only Education (Taishan Branch)
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Delivered 12 hours per week (weekends only) of classroom lectures, instructing students aged 9-12 in Chinese writing.
  • Gave one-on-one tutoring to a fourth grader with ADHD and improved his grades by 20%.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Reported students' performances in classes to their parents through phone and WeChat, gave advice on what the students and parents can do to improve the student's performances (both in program and at school).
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Trained new teachers on how to deliver an efficient lecture and how to communicate with students and their parents.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Seneca College
Ontario
04-2022

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Computer skills
  • Calm under pressure

Languages

English
Professional Working
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

RECE in Preschool room

Learning Jungle
07.2024 - 01.2025

RECE & ECA & Mandarin/Cantonese Teacher

Inspire Montessori School
07.2022 - 03.2024

Summer Camp Early Childhood Education Instructor

Ostar Education
06.2021 - 08.2021

Head Tutor

Minghua Tutoring Center
09.2017 - 09.2018

Supervisor of Chinese Writing Department

Only Education (Taishan Branch)
01.2015 - 01.2017

Early Childhood Education

Seneca College
Qiwen Wu