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Lina Li

Doncaster,VIC

Summary

Chinese Teacher with 5 years of experience teaching Chinese and providing students with dynamic language education. Produces high-quality lessons to expose students to Chinese culture and opportunities in China and Chinese-speaking world. Nurtures student passions and talents in language-learning and supports overall mission of school.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mandarin Chinese Teacher

Victorian School Of Languages
01.2025 - Current
  • Planned and delivered engaging Mandarin lessons for Years 7–8, incorporating speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
  • Used interactive teaching methods, including multimedia resources and cultural activities, to enhance language acquisition.
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback to support learning and fluency.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs and encouraged student participation.
  • Fostered a positive and culturally inclusive classroom environment that promoted interest in Chinese language and culture.

Visual Arts Teacher

St John's College Preston
01.2023 - Current
  • Plan and deliver dynamic Visual Arts programs for Years 7–12, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression.
  • Integrate contemporary art practices, digital tools, and cross-curricular approaches to enhance student engagement.
  • Differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
  • Develop curriculum materials, design assessment strategies, and implement new subject offerings to expand the school’s Visual Arts program.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to organize exhibitions and showcase student work, promoting a vibrant school arts culture.

Chinese Teacher

Private Tutoring
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Utilized effective teaching techniques and materials to implement established curriculum goals and objectives.
  • Followed best practices of second language acquisition to design and implement sustainable Chinese program.
  • Observed and evaluated student academic and social progress by submitting grades and report cards according to established school procedures.
  • Motivated students to develop competency in speaking, reading and writing Chinese by hosting cultural activities.

Maths Teacher

Qs School Box Hill
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Planned and delivered engaging mathematics lessons for Years 3 and 4, incorporating hands-on activities, technology, and problem-solving tasks.
  • Monitored and assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing feedback to support growth.
  • Differentiated instruction to cater to diverse learning abilities and supported students requiring extra guidance.
  • Promoted a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged curiosity, confidence, and a love of mathematics.

Education

Master of Teaching - Education

Melbourne University
Melbourne, VIC
09-2022

Bachelor of Design (Honours) - Fashion Design

RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC
12-2015

Skills

  • Curriculum design & lesson planning
  • Student engagement & motivation
  • Assessment & progress monitoring
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Classroom management & organization
  • Bilingual: Mandarin, Cantonese, English

Certification

  • Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration
  • Mandatory Reporting Training
  • ASCIA Anaphylaxis e-Training (Victoria Schools)
  • First Aid & CPR Certificates
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Languages

Chinese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Mandarin Chinese Teacher

Victorian School Of Languages
01.2025 - Current

Visual Arts Teacher

St John's College Preston
01.2023 - Current

Maths Teacher

Qs School Box Hill
01.2023 - 09.2024

Chinese Teacher

Private Tutoring
01.2020 - 01.2025

Master of Teaching - Education

Melbourne University

Bachelor of Design (Honours) - Fashion Design

RMIT University
Lina Li