Professional ProfileCommitted to the belief that all students should be given the opportunity to develop their maximum learning capabilities. · Dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge in children. · Experienced in use of educational software. · ESL Certification (In Progress – one more course). · Excellent bilingual communication (Vietnamese & English) skills. EducationBachelor of Arts in Mathematics Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL. 2009 Teaching Experience MacArthur High School, DPS61, Decatur, IL· Mathematics Teacher., August 2013 to present
Taught Honors Algebra I, Repeat Algebra I and Integrated Math
Created district wide End of Course Assessments for Honors Algebra I.
Cooperated with department head to redesign Honors Algebra I curriculum.
Working with department head and Instructional Coach to create Integrated Math’s curriculum on a weekly basic since the district does not have one in place.
· Robotics Programs Coach
Work extensively with team members during the build season, building, designing, programing and fabricating a functional robot.
Develop problem-solving, organizational and team-building skills.
Apply real-word math concepts.
· Chess Club Coach
Recruit students. Secure a location for regular meetings and help students perfects their strategies.
Phoenix Academy Alternative School, DPS61, Decatur, IL· Mathematics Teacher., August 2012 to August 2013
Taught mathematics for grades 6 - 12
As the only math teacher to a group of underserved students, I was responsible for teaching all math content areas. I taught 7th and 8th grade along with Geometry in a traditional single subject setting. The remaining classes – Integrated math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, & Algebra II were taught during a mixed grade & content class period. The experience has truly showed me the value and necessity for differentiation.
After school tutor at Eisenhower High School (DPS61)
PBIS, CPI, & CRISS trained
Hoffman Estates High School, D211, Hoffman Estates, IL
Title I Teacher Assistant, Mathematics., August 2010 to June 2012
Assisted teachers in Title 1 Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry classrooms.
Worked with classroom teacher and ESL Teacher Assistant to facilitate the second language acquisition process.
Provided visual support and offering opportunities for ELLs to practice new concepts.
Used peer support and allowing students to work in pairs.
Responsible for creating lesson plans and materials to assist students in the classroom.
Supervised, tutored, and provided support for students who are unable to fully participate in classroom activities.
Assisted in the planning, re-teaching, grading and implementation of daily lessons.
Palatine High School, D211, Palatine, IL
Summer School Teacher, Mathematics., Summer 2011
Taught Algebra to incoming freshmen.
Designed multi-sensory lessons to promote understanding.
Assessed students’ progress and provided assistance and encouragement to those who need additional help.
Chung-Nam Science School, Gongju, South Korea
Student Teacher, Mathematics., Fall 2009
Taught Number Theory, Abstract Algebra, and Complex Variables as part of NEIU’s STaKE Program (Student Teaching and Korean Experience) to all levels of High School.
Integrated students’ cultures into math instruction.
Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL
Mathematics Tutor., 2006 to 2008
Tutored a diverse learning student population in mathematics from beginning to advanced courses.
Peer-led Team Learning., Spring 2007
Instructed college students in Pre-Calculus
Core Competencies
Motivate students through positive reinforcement and recognition of accomplishments.
Encourage students to work at their own pace and level of complexity and extend their talents in a variety of ways.
Develop educational programming and curriculum integrating new approaches to teaching mathematics.
Differentiate or adapt instruction to respond to the diverse needs of students in mixed-ability classrooms.
Construct teaching strategies that stimulate higher level and imaginative thinking for students who have already mastered much of the mathematical skills required at their grade level.