Yao Lu
Auckland
Summary
I am a New Zealand-trained and fully registered teacher who is passionate about teaching English languages to ELL (English Language learners). I am excited to see the ESOL teaching position at ACG Parnell and I believe I am an excellent applicant for this position because of my teaching experiences and work ethic. In addition, my values align closely with the school's values
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of EAP (English for Academic Purposes)
Long Bay College
07.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Teacher of EAP (English for Academic Purposes)
Long Bay College
01.2017 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Education
Leadership Training - Springboard Trust’s Coaching For Leadership
Long Bay College
Auckland, NZ12.2024
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) - Education
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ11.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ12.2015
High School Diploma -
Lynfield College
Auckland, NZ12.2012
Skills
PERSONAL SKILLS
1 Building relationships
I am good at establishing strong relationships with students and colleagues
2 Communication
I always communicate with people efficiently I am good at verbal, non-verbal, and written communication
3 Caring
I always show my care for my students, and provide them with full support both physically and emotionally
4 Organization
I like planning ahead and completing everything before the deadline
5 Languages
I am fluent in both English and Mandarin
6 Teamwork
Take the initiative to identify what needs to be done, and finish it on behalf of my colleagues if needed
TECHNICAL SKILLS
1 Microsoft Office 365
I have been using Office 365 for 8 years and I am familiar with all the applications (Especially OneNote and Teams)
REFEREES
Victoria Yun
Head of EAP & Languages- Long Bay College
Email: VYun@lbc.school.nz
Ph: 021928915
Katherine Thomas
Teacher of English
Careers Advisor / Pathways Dean
Email: KThomas@lbc.school.nz
Laura Curwood
Teacher of Social Sciences - Pinehurst
Email: laura.curwood@pinehurst.school.nz
Ph: 0210645581
Timeline
Head of EAP (English for Academic Purposes)
Long Bay College
07.2023 - Current
Teacher of EAP (English for Academic Purposes)
Long Bay College
01.2017 - Current
Leadership Training - Springboard Trust’s Coaching For Leadership
Long Bay College
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) - Education
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Auckland
High School Diploma -
Lynfield College
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