Yu Gao
Summary
Previous education practitioner and current Social Work student with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Highly adapted to multicultural contexts due to previous experiences living the USA, working in both British and Chinese schools and current experience living in Australia. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need and advocate cultural inclusion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Teacher
BMC International Education And Consulting
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Teaching Assistant
Harrow International School
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Community English Language Instructor
Philadelphia Elder Centre
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Educated and coached newly immigrated senior citizens in English language fundamentals, creating instructional environment enabling language acquisition.
- Organised activities and resources to help senior citizens go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Collaborated with other staff members to create a safe environment for senior learners.
Community-based English Teacher
Community PEDAL@GSE Language Learning Centre
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Created a safe environment for new immigrations in Philadelphia to build their social network and improve professional and survival English.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modelling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA12.2025
Master of Science in Education - Education
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, USA05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
Shandong Normal University
Shandong, China 06.2018
Skills
- Excellent time management and interpersonal communication skills
- Fluent verbal presentation and written skills in English and Mandarin
- Experienced with cross-cultural communication and working in multicultural contexts
- Good at both individual tasks and collaborative tasks
Certification
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Consent and Respectful Relationships Training
American TESOL Certification
Timeline
English Teacher
BMC International Education And Consulting
10.2021 - 11.2023
Teaching Assistant
Harrow International School
08.2020 - 08.2021
Community English Language Instructor
Philadelphia Elder Centre
09.2019 - 05.2020
Community-based English Teacher
Community PEDAL@GSE Language Learning Centre
09.2018 - 03.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Australia
Master of Science in Education - Education
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
Shandong Normal University
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