Shimeng Liu
Calgary,AB
Summary
Dedicated researcher and educator of English language learning with more than 5 years of experience
instructing learners in English language. Gifted in curriculum development and lecturing to
maximize student engagement and learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Associate
Werklund School Of Education, UCalgary
03.2022 - Current
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students in Education
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address problems English language learners experienced in K-12 setting
- Assisting in the design and implementation of programming to improve English Language Learners communicative competence and academic performance
- Published research results in peer-reviewed journals and presented at academic and professional conferences
Sessional Instructor
Werklund School Of Education, UCalgary
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Tracked student (pre-service teachers) progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Providing an appropriate model of STEM learning through carefully-designed pedagogical activities in individual, small group and classroom settings.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Good organizational skills, time management skills and pacing skills to support student learning.
- Respected and valued all individuals with sensitivity to diversity.
Sessional Instructor
Sichuan University
09.2012 - 12.2015
- Experienced teaching English language learners in China.
- Created and implemented theme-based lesson plans in all four skill areas (reading, writing, listening and speaking).
- Collected and distributed instructional and assessment materials to support students’ English language development.
- Assessed and assisted in student progress according to relevant performance metrics on an ongoing basis.
- Maintained appropriate records of students' attendance.
ELL Tutor
Center Of Study Abroad, Sichuan University
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Designed and implemented ELL programming to improve English Language Learners communicative competence and academic performance
- Mentored small groups of students in formal and informal settings.
- Assessed student progress to inform personalized instruction.
- Provided practice activities to reinforce the language used in classroom experiences and lessons.
- Worked with personal computers and other technologies to support student learning.
- Worked effectively as an active team member in cooperation with school personnel, parents, and students.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning Sciences, Education
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB09.2020
Ph.D. - Cultural Studies, English
Sichuan University
Chengdu, China12.2016
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Sichuan University
Chengdu, China06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Sichuan International Studies University
Chengdu, China07.2009
Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English
- Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese
- Strong awareness to understand language and cultural background of students being served
- Success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Ability to work effectively as an active team member in cooperation with other stakeholders
- Ability to establish trust and rapport with students
- Comfort and competency working with personal computers and other technologies to support student learning
- Commitment to life long learning and willingness to regularly enhance skills and knowledge for professional development
- Good organizational skills, time management skills and pacing skills to support student scheduling
- Ability to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity
- Strong verbal, listening and communication skills
Timeline
Postdoctoral Associate
Werklund School Of Education, UCalgary
03.2022 - Current
Sessional Instructor
Werklund School Of Education, UCalgary
09.2021 - 12.2021
Sessional Instructor
Sichuan University
09.2012 - 12.2015
ELL Tutor
Center Of Study Abroad, Sichuan University
05.2010 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Learning Sciences, Education
University of Calgary
Ph.D. - Cultural Studies, English
Sichuan University
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
Sichuan University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Sichuan International Studies University
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