SHUMIN CAI
North York,ON
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. Skilled Marketing Specialist driven to develop successful campaigns and product marketing plans that satisfy clients and meet demanding objectives. First-rate attention to detail and creative mindset.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Specialist & English Teacher
Foshan ZACK International Language Learning Center
Foshan, China
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Designed daily poster and made videos for main apps like Redbook and Tiktok to promote courses
- Planned and created high-impact event strategy in support of demand generation goals and corporate initiatives
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles for IELTS.
English Teacher
Montessori Light Children’s House
Foshan, China
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Created long-term plans, unit plans, assessments, and weekly lesson plans emphasized on instructional and developmental activities that build on recreational education for Early Years
- Communicated directly with parents to report and communicate on children’s performance in studies and behavior towards others
- Is responsible for managing progress notes of evaluation on child’s behavioral and mental health, and records of discussion or meetings with specialists and parents with regards to escalated issues
English Teacher
RISE Education (Guangzhou) Ltd
Foshan, China
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Created long-term plans, unit plans, assessments, and weekly lesson plans emphasized on instructional and developmental activities that build on recreational education for Early Years
- Communicated directly with parents to report and communicate on children’s performance in studies and gave them advice about how to teach them at home
- Organized activities like flea market and RISE CUP for students to practice their oral English and communication abilities.
English Teacher
Kibobaby Kindergarten
Foshan, China
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Created long-term plans, unit plans, assessments, and weekly lesson plans emphasized on instructional and developmental activities that build on recreational education for Early Years
- Communicated directly with parents to report and communicate on children’s performance in studies and behavior towards others
- Is responsible for managing progress notes of evaluation on child’s behavioral and mental health, and records of discussion or meetings with specialists and parents with regards to escalated issues
Customer Service Officer
HSBC Electronic Data Processing (Guangdong) Ltd
Foshan, China
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Handle 50+ customer interactions per day, giving detailed, personalized, friendly, and polite service to ensure customer retention and satisfaction
- Is familiar with financial products and services to address customer concerns in an efficient manner
- Collate source data such as customer names, addresses, phone numbers, credit card information and enter data into various customer service software
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
06.2024
Bachelor of Management - Accounting
06.2019
High School Diploma -
06.2015
Focus Area: Science Stream
Internship
Taishan Minghua Tutoring Center | ELEMENTARY TEACHER Jan – Feb 2018
• Read in class and taught reading, mathematics, English and Chinese, all following the Board of Education syllabus. Assigned and graded homework and class work; prepared tests.
• Developed lesson plans and class material – Combined instruction with demonstration to clearly communicate objectives to class.
• Taught interpersonal skills and resolved student problems by timely and sensitive conferral with parents. Kept progress notes and made reports; tracked academic and social development.
Taishan Duobeifen Tutoring Center| ENGLISH TEACHER Jul – Aug 2017
• Instructed students in English literatures, including writing, reading comprehension, speaking, listening and understanding
• Delivered engaging, coherent lectures and motivating lessons to students across all Key Stages. Utilized learning technology in the planning and delivery of lessons.
• Maintained discipline in the classroom – Created a vibrant teaching atmosphere. Recorded and maintained accurate student attendance records and grades. Worked in accordance with center behavior policy to set high standards and expectations for students.
School Experiences
Youth Volunteer Team, School of Mechanical Engineering| Team Member Sept 2015 – 2019
• Gain many extra skills, include interpersonal skills, teamwork, dependability, customer service, self-motivation and much more by volunteering as a teacher or tutor in a primary school and the community in Huadu District, Guangzhou
• Demonstrated experience in designing educational and social activities for a wide range of audiences (i.e. university students, the general public) to advocate for a strong sense of social responsibility
Youth Volunteer Team, School of Mechanical Engineering| Team Leader Sept 2015 – 2017
• Keeping team members on task, on schedule, and on budget
• Communicating goals so everyone understands them and their role in achieving them
• Strong coordination, interpersonal, and communication skills
Drama Club, Campus Club | Department Manager Sept 2015 – Jun 2017
• Manage social media contents, event advertising, and coordinate logistics for member recruitment
• Communicating goals so everyone understands them and their role in achieving them
Volunteering
The 7th Greater China Regional Design Competition | Coordinator Mar 2018
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary students to design unmanned rescue robots.
• Develop ability in teamwork and coordinate with other students from Macao and Hong Kong
The 13th Dutch Lions and Chinese Dragons Program | Communications Sept–Oct 2017
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary students to design a 10-days tour in Guangzhou for Dutch students
• Cooperate with Dutch to participate in a business competition to enhance the marketing ability and team spirit
Fuhua Community, Huadu District | Visitor Volunteer Sept 2015 – Jun 2019
• Participate and volunteer at gatherings, traditional teachings & festival celebrations (i.e. the middle of autumn festival and the Double Ninth Festival ), and the sharing of Indigenous knowledge and Laws
Hengtan Primary School, Huadu District | Teaching Volunteer Sept 2015 – Jun 2019
• Provide diversified services to the local students in those rural counties, including English teaching, culture lectures, intercultural communication exercises and STEAM in summer vacations
• Provide English lessons and tutor primary students with their homework at weekends
Timeline
Marketing Specialist & English Teacher - Foshan ZACK International Language Learning Center
03.2022 - 10.2022
English Teacher - Montessori Light Children’s House
10.2021 - 01.2022
English Teacher - RISE Education (Guangzhou) Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2021
English Teacher - Kibobaby Kindergarten
10.2019 - 01.2020
Customer Service Officer - HSBC Electronic Data Processing (Guangdong) Ltd
04.2019 - 08.2019
Western University - Master of Education, Early Childhood Education
Guangzhou College of South China University of Technology - Bachelor of Management, Accounting
Taishan NO.1 High School - High School Diploma,