I am a certified Mandarin Chinese and Social Studies Teacher, passionate and motivated about teaching and learning. With an advanced-high level of proficiency in Mandarin, verified by Language Testing International, I am currently pursuing my Master of Arts for Teachers (M.A.T.) degree in Chinese Studies at Rutgers University–New Brunswick.I recently joined Colonia High School in the Woodbridge Township School District as a Mandarin Chinese Teacher. This position aligns with my career goals and allows me to utilize my new 6-12 Chinese Teaching Certificate. Previously, I worked as a Social Studies Teacher at Northvale Public School, where I provided diverse and engaging activities that catered to different learning styles and abilities of my 7th and 8th-grade students. My focus was on US history, emphasizing critical thinking, inquiry, and civic participation.I also have experience tutoring 9th-grade students in Mandarin Chinese at BrainStorm Tutoring, LLC, where I helped them improve their speaking, writing, and reading skills through interactive and fun methods.I hold a bachelor's degree in History from Ramapo College of New Jersey, where I published a paper on military history in 2020. Additionally, I completed a Coursera certification in Chinese Language and Literature from Peking University in 2024. I value cooperation, communication, and creativity in my work and enjoy collaborating with colleagues and parents to support student success.Lecture Links:https://youtu.be/YEd3ARtsGyYhttps://youtu.be/nmJUpVAbuAY