Shaoyu Zhu
North York,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Early Learning Assistant with a background in fostering student growth through innovative educational strategies. Experience includes developing age-appropriate curriculum, fostering social development, and promoting positive self-esteem. Skills include clear communication, patience, creativity, and a strong understanding of child development principles. Impact is made through the creation of engaging learning environments that support diverse educational needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4 2025
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Ottawa, ON
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Provided targeted reading and writing instruction for CLB 1–2 learners with limited prior schooling.
- Created customized lesson plans addressing concentration issues and learning barriers.
- Facilitated social-emotional development and technology adaptation for adult newcomers.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse literacy needs.
Shandong, China
Taian Jiangshan Experimental School
Taian, Shandong, China
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Delivered English literacy and vocabulary instruction using multisensory approaches.
- Experienced in supporting neurodiverse students, including those with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder, in inclusive elementary classroom settings.
- Identified struggling learners, and collaborated on tailored support strategies.
- Promoted student self-regulation, behavior tracking, and goal-setting practices.
<ul> <li>Facilitated early phonics, songs, stories, and behavior routines for preschoolers</li> <li>Observed developmental progress and adapted activities for diverse learning needs</li> <li>Maintained calm and nurturing classroom environments for emotional stability</li> </ul>
Yasbell Kindergarten & Provincial Kindergarten
Jinan
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Facilitated early phonics, songs, stories, and behavior routines for preschoolers
- Observed developmental progress and adapted activities for diverse learning needs
- Maintained calm and nurturing classroom environments for emotional stability
Education
Master of Education - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
London, ON, Canada
London, ON, Canada01.2025
Post-Graduate Certificate - Teachers of English as a Second/Foreign Language
Algonquin College
Ottawa, None06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Jinan, China
Jinan, China06.2018
Skills
- Behavior intervention
- Parent-teacher communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Multilingual communication
- Music appreciation
- Behavior intervention
- Parent-teacher communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Multilingual communication
- Music appreciation
Languages
Languages: Fluent in English and Mandarin
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- IELTS General: 7.5 overall (R: 8.5, L: 7.5, S: 7, W: 7)
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, Online teaching platforms
- Availability: Eligible to work in Canada; willing to relocate
Certification
- First Aid & CPR level C
- Food Handling Certificate
- WHMIS Training Certificate
- Certified Early Childhood Educator – China (2018)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
4 2025
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
03.2023 - 04.2025
Shandong, China
Taian Jiangshan Experimental School
09.2021 - 08.2022
<ul> <li>Facilitated early phonics, songs, stories, and behavior routines for preschoolers</li> <li>Observed developmental progress and adapted activities for diverse learning needs</li> <li>Maintained calm and nurturing classroom environments for emotional stability</li> </ul>
Yasbell Kindergarten & Provincial Kindergarten
04.2018 - 05.2018
Master of Education - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
London, ON, Canada
Post-Graduate Certificate - Teachers of English as a Second/Foreign Language
Algonquin College
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Jinan, China
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