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Linzhu (Stephanie) Li

West Melbourne,VIC

Summary

With dual Australian master degrees and more than seven years of teaching experience, I have fully developed my understanding to be a teacher who is always driven to support every student to become happily successful. I will continually put my knowledge into action to create moments and environments which can enhance both academic and social-emotional wellbeing growth wherever I go.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary Teacher

Truganina P-9 College
Truganina, VIC
01.2022 - Current
  • Completed VIT full registration.
  • Served as a mentor to pre-service teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
  • Created data-driven, learner-centered, friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement by coordinating with other teachers.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
  • Incorporated engaging hands-on activities into lesson plans, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
  • Coordinated school-wide events such as School Camps, Maths Nights, Author’s visit, performances, and assemblies to enrich the educational experience for all students.
  • Improved student Literacy and Numeracy levels by implementing targeted interventions and progress monitoring.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with informative and formative assessments.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies that fostered a respectful and inclusive classroom environment..
  • Developed individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs, promoting academic success and personal growth.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based strategies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
  • Adapted curricular materials to meet diverse learner needs while maintaining alignment with state standards and district objectives.

Mandarin Teacher

Hillsmeade Primary School
Narre Warren East, VIC
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers for curriculum development, sharing best practices and innovative teaching techniques.
  • Promoted cross-cultural understanding by introducing elements of Chinese culture into lessons and classroom activities.
  • Assessed student progress through regular quizzes, tests, and oral presentations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Established clear objectives for each lesson, ensuring students understood expectations for success.
  • Increased student participation with the use of multimedia resources, such as videos, songs, and games.
  • Boosted overall class performance by implementing creative teaching strategies focused on active learning.

Casual Relief Teacher

Multiple Agencies and Schools
Melbourne, VIC
09.2017 - 12.2019
  • Implemented effective behavior management strategies, resulting in improved student focus and participation.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
  • Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevance to modern contexts.
  • Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Facilitated group projects that encouraged teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities among students.

Room Leader

Goodstart Early Learning Centre
Hobart, TAS
04.2016 - 06.2017
  • Observe, design and implement individual learning activities for toddlers.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

Master Of Teaching: Early Childhood - Education

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
12.2015

Master Of Teaching: Primary - Education

The University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS
12.2013

Bachelor Of Arts - English Literature

Chengdu Technology University
SichuanProvince
09.2010

Skills

  • Instructional and explicit teaching
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Behaviour management
  • Literacy and Numeracy development
  • Curriculum planning
  • Adaptive learning & growth mindset

Referees

Amanda Williams - College Principal 03 9368 9800

Jonathon Skipworth - Assistant Pricipal 0438 214 309

Rose Hashim- Literacy Learning Specialist 0488 188 954

Timeline

Primary Teacher

Truganina P-9 College
01.2022 - Current

Mandarin Teacher

Hillsmeade Primary School
02.2020 - 12.2021

Casual Relief Teacher

Multiple Agencies and Schools
09.2017 - 12.2019

Room Leader

Goodstart Early Learning Centre
04.2016 - 06.2017

Master Of Teaching: Early Childhood - Education

University of Melbourne

Master Of Teaching: Primary - Education

The University of Tasmania

Bachelor Of Arts - English Literature

Chengdu Technology University
Linzhu (Stephanie) Li