Theresa Madarin teacher
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I have extensive expertise in teaching the Chinese language and culture including calligraphy, Tai Chi (Yang style, WuDang style and Yi style) and Guqin (a traditional seven-string instrument).
As a lifelong learner, I keep studying constantly to improve my subject knowledge and teaching skills.
In April 2021 I obtained the certificate of completion for the course “Developing Your Emotional Intelligence” (LinkedIn Learning).
In September 2021, I enrolled for an MA degree in Education at Bangor University (UK). I gained my Master's Degree in June 2023.
I have completed courses in Mentoring and Coaching, Mental Health, Assessment in Education, National Curriculum, Educational Leadership, Autism, Safeguarding and First Aid at Bangor University.
I enrolled for a Welsh language online learning course in September 2022 and completed it in July 2023.
I am a teacher examiner for GCSE Chinese Speaking.
I am a mentor to a student at Moreland University.
I am an associate member of the British Chinese Language Teaching Society which lead my further study in Chinese teaching and learning.

Subjects

  • Calligraphy Pre-KG, Nursery-Masters/Postgraduate

  • Brush Calligraphy Pre-KG, Nursery-Masters/Postgraduate

  • Taichi Beginner-Expert

  • Mandarin Chinese speaking, listening, reading and writing Pre-KG, Nursery-Masters/Postgraduate

  • Guqin Beginner-Intermediate

Experience

  • Bangor (Nov, 2021–Present) at Bangor Chinese School
    • Design and deliver both student-centred and teacher-guided Chinese literacy curricula to students aged 8-16.
    • Develop both online and real classroom teaching skills to stimulate students’ interests.
    • Design and implement both summative and formative assessment strategies in the classroom and support students to achieve GCSE exams.
    • Keep good communication about Chinese learning with students and parents.
    • Cooperate and discuss teaching methods with other teachers.
    • Maintain a prompt and accurate register of attendance for each lesson.
    • Faced more challenges and inspired more innovation in my teaching.
  • China (Sep, 2019–Jul, 2020) at Daliangshan Yi- Race Village School, Sichuan, China
    Volunteer Teacher
    • Volunteering teaching at a rural primary school in the western China.
    • Taught Chinese language, Math, Science, P.E., Music and Drawing to students aged 7 – 15.
    • Supported students to achieve outstanding assessments at the term final exams.
    • Gained acknowledgement and award from the school principal.
  • China (Sep, 2007–Jul, 2019) at Xiaoyao Wutong Studio, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
    Chinese Teacher
    • Taught Chinese literacy to native preschool children (3-6 years old).
    • Delivered learner-centred, face-to-face Chinese literacy lessons for foreigners both children and adults from ages 6 to adults.
    • Support students to achieve HSK exams.
    • Taught courses about Chinese culture, including singing, drawing, Tai Chi practising, Guqin performing (traditional Chinese seven-string musical instrument) and Chinese calligraphy for foreigners.
    • Managed relationships and kept good communication with students and parents.

Education

  • Education of Master Degree (Sep, 2021–Apr, 2023) from BANGOR UNIVERSITY, BANGOR, WALES, UK

Fee details

    £20–30/hour (US$25–37.50/hour)

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