Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Additional Experience And Interests
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Yuan Liu

Christchurch,New Zealand

Summary

Passionate secondary mathematics educator currently completing a Master of Secondary Teaching and Learning at the University of Canterbury (expected February 2026). Seeking a full-time secondary mathematics teaching position.

Work History

Student Teacher – Mathematics (Practicum)

Lincoln High School
Christchurch, New Zealand
08.2025 - Current
  • Deliver lessons for Year 11 algebra revision, Year 12 Algebra Methods external preparation and Calculus revision, and Year 10 statistics.
  • Develop personalised study plans and mentor a student preparing for a mathematics competition, with plans to expand support.
  • Built good relationships with students in the Linc Class—a small teacher-led group supporting students academically and personally—and developed understanding of the teacher’s dual role in academic and emotional support.

Student Teacher – Mathematics (Practicum)

Christ’s College
Christchurch, New Zealand
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Taught Year 9–12 mathematics for an average of 14 lessons per week, covering topics such as trigonometry, Pythagoras, linear equations, exponents and logarithms.
  • Developed and implemented formative assessments to monitor understanding and adjust teaching approaches.
  • Served as a teacher assistant for a student with dyslexia, providing note-taking support and simplifying instructions to ensure equitable access to learning.
  • Applied effective classroom management techniques and built strong relationships with students and staff.

Education

Master of Arts - Secondary Teaching and Learning (Mathematics)

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
01-2026

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics

China University of Geosciences
Wuhan, China
06.2024

Skills

  • Curriculum knowledge (strong base in math and stats knowledge)
  • Interpersonal communication (Building relationships is the foundation of my work and teaching)
  • Student support (such as ESOL and special and diverse needs)
  • Lesson planning (inquiry-based and thinking reflection)
  • Classroom management can adjust managing strategies according to different classroom vibes
  • Continuous improvement, such as tutoring, math scholarships, or competitions

References

Available upon request.

Additional Experience And Interests

Mandarin Chinese (native), English (professional working proficiency), Volunteered at Canterbury College for one month, helping elderly ESOL learners and Japanese secondary students., Cantemath Helper, Travelling, Playing badminton, Surfing, Learning sketching, Collecting interesting ideas, I believe the way we think guides the way we act, I seek out conversations with people different from me so I can continually learn new perspectives.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Teacher – Mathematics (Practicum)

Lincoln High School
08.2025 - Current

Student Teacher – Mathematics (Practicum)

Christ’s College
04.2025 - 06.2025

Master of Arts - Secondary Teaching and Learning (Mathematics)

University of Canterbury

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics

China University of Geosciences
Yuan Liu