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Jeriel Wong

North Parramatta,Australia

Summary

Dedicated ESL teacher with over 4 years of experience instructing students from diverse cultural backgrounds, ranging from kindergarten to year 10. Skilled in teaching English across various proficiency levels, integrating cultural awareness and fostering language acquisition. Fluent in multiple languages, empathetic towards learners, and adept in facilitating integration into Australian culture.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

English as an additional Language/ Dialect Teacher (Part time)

Tyndale Christian School
08.2019 - Current
  • Instructing kindergarten to year 10 students, tailoring English learning from beginner to advanced levels across various age groups and cultural backgrounds
  • Implementing diverse teaching strategies to transition students from everyday English to academic proficiency, supporting those transitioning from other countries
  • Teaching teenage students (year 7 to year 10) with varying English levels within group settings, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for language acquisition
  • Leveraging personal experience as an international student to understand optimal learning methods, providing cultural insights, and aiding students in integrating into Australian society while promoting social etiquette and cultural awareness.

Research Assistant (Casual Contract)

The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Proficient in participant recruitment methodologies, specialising in engaging and interviewing Chinese seniors to extract motivational beliefs and attitudes
  • Skilled in conducting in-depth interviews to explore their understanding and perceptions regarding brain health and dementia prevention
  • Proficient in analysing participant responses to identify crucial insights, effectively contributing to research on this critical topic
  • Efficiently managed administrative tasks crucial to the research process, including organising schedules, coordinating meetings, and maintaining communication with team members, ensuring seamless workflow and effective collaboration
  • Proficiently handled data management responsibilities, involving the systematic organisation and upload of research data into designated databases or software platforms
  • Ensured accuracy and completeness of data uploads, facilitating smooth access for research team members
  • Adhered strictly to research protocols and guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in all administrative and data-related activities.

Teaching Assistant (Part Time)

Tyndale Christian School
05.2017 - 12.2018
  • Adapted general education curriculum using diverse instructional techniques and technologies to meet specific needs of special-needs students
  • Employed nonverbal and verbal communication to establish rapport, provided comfort and encouragement, and enhance students' learning experience
  • Collaborated with diverse classifications of students with special needs, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Education

Master of TESOL, EDUCATION -

Western Sydney University
01.2022

Master of Teaching (Birth-12 Years Old) -

Western Sydney University
01.2017

Master of Education, Special and Inclusive Education -

University of Sydney
01.2015

Skills

  • Small Group Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student Engagement

Honors Awards

  • PhD Scholarship Recipient Awarded by the ARC Discovery Postgraduate Research - Western Sydney University
  • Dean's Merit List 2020 & 2022 - Western Sydney University

Timeline

Research Assistant (Casual Contract)

The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development
09.2023 - 12.2023

English as an additional Language/ Dialect Teacher (Part time)

Tyndale Christian School
08.2019 - Current

Teaching Assistant (Part Time)

Tyndale Christian School
05.2017 - 12.2018

Master of TESOL, EDUCATION -

Western Sydney University

Master of Teaching (Birth-12 Years Old) -

Western Sydney University

Master of Education, Special and Inclusive Education -

University of Sydney
Jeriel Wong