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Yan (Lily) Zhao

Summary

Final-year Bachelor of Teaching student specializing in Mathematics and Chinese, with strong skills in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and student engagement. Experienced in pastoral care through boarding house work and recent successful teaching placements. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and supporting diverse student needs.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Boarding House Supervisor

St John's Grammar School
05.2024 - Current
  • Provide pastoral care, supervision, and support to boarding students, fostering a safe and positive living environment.
  • Assist students with daily routines, wellbeing, study, and conflict resolution.
  • Organize and supervise recreational and study activities, promoting community engagement and student development.

Student Teacher

Woodville High School
04.2025 - 05.2025
  • Planned and delivered engaging lessons in Mathematics to secondary students, adapting content to diverse learning needs.
  • Managed classroom behaviour to create a positive and productive learning environment.
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.
  • Collaborated with mentor teachers to develop effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Participated in staff meetings and school activities to gain insight into school operations and culture.

Casual Tutor

New Journey Education
10.2021 - 05.2024
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) - Mathematics And Chinese

The University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA
11.2025

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Strong communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Student wellbeing support

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Certification

Working With Children Check

Exp 10/03/2026

Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN)

Exp 31/12/2027

Timeline

Student Teacher

Woodville High School
04.2025 - 05.2025

Boarding House Supervisor

St John's Grammar School
05.2024 - Current

Casual Tutor

New Journey Education
10.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) - Mathematics And Chinese

The University of Adelaide

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