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Li-Hsien (David) Teng
Legitimate High School And Middle School Teacher
Taipei
Summary
Responsible Educator certified in Taiwan. Learns and integrates new technologies and teaching strategies as part of leadership and classroom management. Realizes consistent improvement in test scores year after year.
Compassionate High School Teacher with 16 years of English instruction experience. Manages classrooms of up to 35 students with dedication to fostering student progress and achievement of learning objectives. Successful at cultivating inclusive and welcoming learning environments focused on student engagement and academic progress.
Skillful School Teacher with structured and organized approach to classroom development. Carefully analyzed student areas of weakness and promoted areas of excellence. Orchestrated innovative solutions to academic and interpersonal problems. Developed compassionate approach to growing student maturity. Results-driven style of teaching with strong record of success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head Teacher
Yuteh International School (Queensland Recognized School)
New Taipei City
08.2022 - Current
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Primary School Teacher (English Homeroom Teacher)
Yuteh International School (Queensland Recognized School)
New Taipei City
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Increased students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Coordinated language immersive field trips that allowed students to associate knowledge with real-world experiences.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Administered language proficiency tests and awarded highest-scoring students.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Addressed consistent behavior problems with students, parents and senior staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
High School Teacher (International Class Homeroom)
Yuteh International School (Queensland Recognized School)
New Taipei City
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Prepared students for local and national skills competitions.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and the core educational standards set by the Department of Education.
- Utilized organized, methodical and technical approach to teaching concepts.
- Worked collaboratively with school administrators to implement intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided creative outlet for students.
- Distributed and collected classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes and tests.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Disciplined students who engaged in cheating, plagiarism or other wrongdoing.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Proctored class and state assessments for thirty students.
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL- Teaching English As A Second Language
National Chengchi University
Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.) 09.2013 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Soochow University
Taipei City, Taiwan (R.O.C.) 09.2004 - 06.2008
Skills
Sixteen Years as a TESOL Instructor
Accomplishments
- Presented the paper "Vocabulary Learning with Clash of Lords 2: A Qualitative Case Study on Four High School Players' Experiences" at the 12th Annual Wenshan International Conference
- Instructed a group of high school students to attend New Taipei City Drama Contest. The students were awarded Excellent Rating by the Education Department of New Taipei City Government.
- Collaborated with department and faculty members to design a year-round standard-based curriculum.
- Collaborated with team of eleven teachers in the development of Grade 3 curriculum.
- Collaborated with team of five teachers in the development of Grade 7 curriculum.
- Taught six hundred students over six years.
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
Software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Google Classroom
Google Drive
Timeline
Head Teacher
Yuteh International School (Queensland Recognized School)
08.2022 - Current
Primary School Teacher (English Homeroom Teacher)
Yuteh International School (Queensland Recognized School)
08.2019 - 08.2022
High School Teacher (International Class Homeroom)
Yuteh International School (Queensland Recognized School)
08.2016 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - TESOL- Teaching English As A Second Language
National Chengchi University
09.2013 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Soochow University
09.2004 - 06.2008
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