Xinyi Liang
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong background in parent-teacher communication and collaborative teaching. Skilled in utilizing technology and project-based learning to create a positive and engaging classroom environment.
Experienced with creating engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. Utilizes collaborative teaching methods and adaptive strategies to meet evolving classroom needs. Track record of enhancing student understanding and performance in mathematics through innovative instructional techniques.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Math Teacher
Lincoln Middle School
01.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated collaborative learning through group activities and classroom discussions.
- Served as a facilitator for the afterschool program-IMSA Fusion. Guided students through mathematical and scientific activities.
- Assessed student performance using formative and summative evaluation methods.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance mathematical understanding.
- Incorporate differentiation instructions which every student can benefit from participating in class.
- Maintained positive connection with families through Parent Square, parent conferences, and so on.
- Built close relationship with students and saw them strive.
Student Teacher
James Ward Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Planned and prepared innovative and creative lessons.
- Updated lesson planning information with mentor.
- Printed copies and prepared other learning materials before class.
- Graded papers and entered grades into Aspen.
- Communicated with mentor about lesson and came up with improvement plans.
- Taught all four classes for over 6 weeks.
- Led students to the lunch room and specials.
- Had conversations with students to help them understand content and improve their grades.
- Translated for newcomers from China and helped them understand practice problems.
Lead Teacher
Reach Higher Learning Center
12.2021 - 01.2025
- Led classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Provided guidance on instructional techniques and classroom dynamics.
- Assessed student progress through data-driven evaluations and tailored interventions.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, and co-workers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2024
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative teaching
- Curriculum alignment
- Teaching strategies
- Interactive learning
- Project-based learning
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
7th Grade Math Teacher
Lincoln Middle School
01.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
James Ward Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Teacher
Reach Higher Learning Center
12.2021 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Licensure
Professional Educator License (PEL). State of Illinois
Passed Exams
- World Language: Chinese Mandarin
- TLP-Mandarin