Summary
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Work history
Education
Skills
Interests
Languages
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Lusina Liu

Summary

A highly motivated and results-oriented lifelong learner with 8 years of experience in full-time teaching and part-time project leadership in schools and charities. Skilled in volunteering and self-branding.


Enthusiastic Mandarin teacher with excellent communication skills to develop high-achieving students. Adept at adapting teaching programs, methods, and resources to suit varying age and ability groups. Motivated to engage and enthuse pupils from diverse backgrounds.


An engaging, confident, and resourceful leader with strong organizational skills. A hard-working individual with proven success forging relationships with people from different cultures and backgrounds. Flexible communicator and team player.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work history

Fairview International School, Bridge of Allan

Mandarin Teacher & ATL Coordinator
08.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Develop and implement Mandarin curriculum within the IB framework for students aged 5-16 - Nurture young artists as a Primary Art teacher - Plan and support the implementation of the ATL framework to promote students' self-directed learning, critical thinking, and effective communication skills - Contributed significantly to successful PYP, MYP, and DP authorizations and Education Scotland inspection

Fairview International School
Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Teacher
01.2016 - 06.2019

Job overview

  • Taught Mandarin to PYP & MYP students of various age groups and proficiencies- Achieved outstanding results with one of my classes, with all students scoring A or higher in IGCSE exams- Served as a homeroom teacher for Y7 and Y9, providing pastoral care and monitoring students' well-being- Organized cultural events and competitions, such as Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Mandarin Reading Competition- Led co-curricular activities and student expeditions, locally and internationally

UKCWC

Charities and Self Branding
09.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • UKCWC Committee Member, Chief editor of WeChat official account, organizing and promoting online and in-person events to empower and connect Chinese women and the wider society - Led projects including UKCWC Annual Awards, CNY Gala Dinner, Hear Her Voice, and English/job application training
  • CCIP (Chinese Community in Peterborough) Social Media Page Organizer and Promoter - Leading Project: Podcast Making - a series talks providing helpful tips for the Chinese community in the UK
  • SELF BRANDING - Internet Influencer on XiaoHongShu - English Stand-Up Comedian - Life Coach - Mandarin and English Tutor - #IAmRemarkable Facilitator

Education

IB

Master and Postgraduate Diploma

University overview

Ocean University of China

Bachelor's Degree from Art & Journalism

University overview

IBO

IB Certificate in Teaching and Learning (PYP & MYP)IB Advanced Certificate (Research)

University overview

Teaching Certificate Primary in Scotland- Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages- School Spirit Award (2018-19) and Super Awesome Teacher Award (2016-19

University overview

Skills

  • Teaching skills: Lesson design, eLearning, Google Classroom, Language immersion, Behavior management, Gamification, Chinese cultural knowledge, Instructional strategies, Chinese literature, Curriculum Development, Teacher Collaboration, and so on
  • Transferrable skills: Leadership, Communication, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Time and Task Management, Collaboration and Teamwork, Research and Analytical Skills, Adaptability and Learning Agility, Presentation, and Public Speaking

Interests

Interests
- , Reading and Writing- Ceilidh/Pole/Pub Dance- Photo and Video Shooting- Meeting New Friends and Learning New Skills- Krav Maga, Taekwondo, and Other Martial Arts- Diving, Camping, Drumming, Climbing Trees, and Walls

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native

Timeline

Charities and Self Branding
UKCWC
09.2020 - Current
Mandarin Teacher & ATL Coordinator
Fairview International School, Bridge of Allan
08.2019 - Current
Mandarin Teacher
Fairview International School
01.2016 - 06.2019
IB
Master and Postgraduate Diploma
Ocean University of China
Bachelor's Degree from Art & Journalism
IBO
IB Certificate in Teaching and Learning (PYP & MYP)IB Advanced Certificate (Research)
Teaching Certificate Primary in Scotland- Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages- School Spirit Award (2018-19) and Super Awesome Teacher Award (2016-19
Lusina Liu