PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
US-licensed educator with 8+ years of experience in primary English and ESL instruction across international and bilingual schools in Vietnam. Skilled in CEFR-aligned curriculum design, differentiated lesson planning, and inclusive classroom management, with a track record of high parent satisfaction and student re-enrollment. Brings academic leadership experience overseeing a 12-teacher department, including staff recognition and engagement initiatives that sustained strong team morale.
EXPERIENCE PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher | Feb 2024 – Present Horizon International Bilingual School • Full-time
- Deliver comprehensive homeroom instruction for Grade 2, supporting language development, literacy, and core subject skills.
- Design and implement station-based learning activities to reinforce key concepts and encourage active participation.
- Create differentiated lesson plans that meet diverse learning needs and align with school learning outcomes.
- Monitor student progress through formative and summative assessment, providing regular feedback to support growth.
- Maintain a high student re-enrollment rate and consistently strong parent satisfaction through responsive communication and a positive classroom environment.
Poly Vietnam — NAC Kindergarten & ESL Departments | May 2022 – Dec 2024 Part-time, with progressive promotions
- Academic Manager (Jun 2024 – Dec 2024): Oversaw the NAC and ESL departments, leading a team of 12 teachers; organized professional development sessions and facilitated departmental meetings to maintain alignment with educational standards.
- Launched a Teacher of the Month recognition program and monthly staff social outings, sustaining high team morale and satisfaction across the department.
- Head Teacher, NAC Department (Jan 2024 – Jun 2024): Managed department operations and teacher training, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality instruction.
- ESL Teacher (May 2022 – Jan 2024): Developed and delivered lesson plans across math, art, and literature; mentored students toward Young Learners English (YLE) exam success; prepared monthly progress reports for parents and stakeholders.
English Teacher | Aug 2022 – Jun 2024 Japanese Ho Chi Minh City School • Part-time
- Delivered tailored English instruction to students at varying proficiency levels using the “Everybody Up” curriculum.
- Mentored students toward higher CEFR standards and prepared evaluation reports.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities and school-wide events.
ESL Teacher | Sep 2020 – May 2022 Vinalearn • Full-time, Public Schools
- Delivered ESL instruction across public school classrooms, adapting materials to varied proficiency levels.
- Conducted regular assessments and reported on student progress.
ESL Teacher | Aug 2018 – Jun 2020 Mercury Education • Full-time, Public Schools
- Delivered ESL instruction in public school settings, building foundational classroom management and lesson-planning skills.
EDUCATION EDUCATION
- Master of Education, Advanced Teaching | In Progress University of the People
- PGCE in Education | Mar 2023 – Nov 2023 Moreland University
- Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration | Jun 2019 – Nov 2022 University of the People
ADDITIONAL
- Harvard Certificate in Bilingual Education
- Organized inter-school basketball games and coordinated logistics with partner schools to foster community engagement.