Design and implement engaging, culturally responsive lessons tailored to Kindergarten ESL learners, fostering language development and early academic success.
Collaborate with families and colleagues to implement differentiated instruction, ensuring equitable access to foundational skills and personalized learning support.
First Grade Resident Teacher
St. Paul's Episcopal School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Provided individualized instruction and classroom support, helping students meet and exceed academic objectives in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
Partnered with parents and faculty to align educational approaches with family expectations and the school's mission, promoting both academic and social-emotional growth
Group Leader
Super Stars Literacy AmeriCorps
09.2019 - 06.2021
Designed and delivered engaging literacy lessons and enrichment activities, integrating social-emotional learning to support Kindergarten students’ development.
Maintained a structured, supportive learning environment, working closely with educators to address student needs and enhance classroom engagement.
Literacy Intervention Tutor
Reading Partners
08.2018 - 05.2019
Tutored an average of 8 target students per week, identifying alternative methods to provide more intensive and individualized literacy strategies to meet students' learning needs
Utilized variety of teaching methods including lecture, media, and role-playing
Implemented individual lesson plans to reinforce learning concepts, help complete assignments, and improve student performance
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA
05-2021
Skills
Technology: Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Calendar, Gmail, Forms), Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
Languages: English (Native), Vietnamese (Proficient)
Supervised children in various non-academic activities, including field trips to amusement parks, gardens, and children’s theaters, ensuring safety and active participation.
Organized interactive events such as "Family Night", where families collaborated on crafts and selected books to promote literacy and engagement at home.
Worked with literacy coaches and behavior interventionists to develop individualized learning plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.
Provided support to children with disabilities, behavioral challenges, and socio-emotional difficulties, fostering their academic and personal growth.