Hewanfang (Lena) Cheng
Alexandria,NSW
Summary
Goal-oriented teacher caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Educator
Only About Children
Redfern, NSW
12.2022 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities by providing consistent feedback and personalized support.
- Increased parent involvement with regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and accomplishments.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures..
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Evaluated student progress continually using formative assessments, adapting instruction as necessary to ensure optimal understanding of course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive educational community.
Assistant Educator
The Green Elephant
Sydney, NSW
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
- Increased parent involvement with regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and accomplishments.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills in students by challenging them with complex problems and thought-provoking questions during lessons.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive educational community.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese/ECE (English Teaching Specialisation)
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW06.2022
Master of Teaching - Early Childhood Education (0-12)
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW01.2025
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Individualized Educational Plans
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Student-Centered Learning
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Multicultural Awareness
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Assistant Educator
Only About Children
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Educator
The Green Elephant
07.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese/ECE (English Teaching Specialisation)
Western Sydney University
Master of Teaching - Early Childhood Education (0-12)
Western Sydney University