David Tevita Siufanga
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Dynamic arts and language teacher with a strong focus on lesson planning, student assessment, and classroom management. Expertise in fostering creativity and adaptability in diverse learning environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Arts and Language Teacher
Hailiang Education
Xihu, Hangzhou
02.2020 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups..
- Designed engaging lesson plans to foster creativity and artistic skills.
- Facilitated art classes using diverse materials and techniques for student exploration.
Language Teacher
Walla Walla International Training School
Yuhang, Hangzhou
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Assessed student progress through formal evaluations and informal assessments.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and classroom events.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
Art and English Teacher
Shane International School
Fuyang, Hangzhou
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.
- Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, watercolors and oils.
- Managed student behavior in classroom with appropriate behavior strategies.
Foreign Art Teacher
Yong Xing Primary School
Fuyang, Hangzhou
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Guided students in preparing for English speaking competitions.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for both indoor and outdoor learning environments.
- Introduced students to diverse art disciplines, including painting, crafts, and STEAM learning, fostering creativity and interdisciplinary skills.
Assistant Tutor / Guest Student Manager
Manukau Institute of Technology
Manukau, Auckland
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Developed course materials for undergraduate classes in relevant subject areas.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback.
- Prepared university entrance art portfolios, culminating in a successful end-of-course art exhibition.
Education
Bachelor of Visual Arts - Visual Arts
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ12-2010
NCEA
Tangaroa College
Auckland, NZ12-2006
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Art techniques
- Curriculum development
- Creative expression
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
Certification
- TEFL Certificate from TEFL Lemon Academy.
- Montessori Child Care Certificate from Hailiang Education.
Affiliations
- A fan of anything that involves creativity, including digital music production, video editing, drawing and reading Philosophy.
Timeline
Arts and Language Teacher
Hailiang Education
02.2020 - 06.2025
Language Teacher
Walla Walla International Training School
02.2019 - 12.2019
Art and English Teacher
Shane International School
03.2015 - 12.2018
Foreign Art Teacher
Yong Xing Primary School
03.2014 - 02.2015
Assistant Tutor / Guest Student Manager
Manukau Institute of Technology
07.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Visual Arts - Visual Arts
University of Auckland
NCEA
Tangaroa College
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