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Li Wen Chew

Teacher
Bangkok
Li Wen Chew

Summary

Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 5 years of academic experience in international schools. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension. Aspire to elevate career within the academic sector by taking on a role as an IB (Middle School) or IGCSE teacher, with a particular focus on Mathematics and Additional Mathematics subjects.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Thai Singapore International School

Math Teacher
9 2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Teach Singapore Primary Mathematics (Primary 2, 3, 4 and 6)
  • Prepare daily lesson plans, worksheets and unit reviews
  • Set, vetted, and marked final year exam papers
  • Played key role in planning and execution of Math Day
  • Adapted to teaching both online and physical classes during pandemic
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership
  • Actively participated in teacher development programs, including child protection policy initiatives organized by school.
  • Conduct math club after school with around 7-12 students
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities
  • Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years in the profession successfully
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons

Self-employed

Private tutor
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Taught students remotely using online video chat platform. Performed one to one IGCSE online tuition for Grade 8 Mathematics and Grade 9 and 10 Additional Mathematics and International Mathematics
  • Performed online and physical tuition on Singapore Mathematics (Primary 1 to 6) with more than 15 private students throughout 5 years (still ongoing)
  • Provided targeted support in specific subject areas where students struggled the most, enhancing overall academic success
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress, addressing any concerns or areas requiring additional support
  • Adapted tutoring approach based on each student''s progress, ensuring continuous growth in knowledge and skills

Despark College

Lecturer
10.2018 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Delivered lectures on Health, Safety, and Risk Assessment in Engineering, Engineering English I & II, and Business Strategy for Vehicle Operation subjects to students pursuing diplomas in automotive engineering technology, automotive technology, and aircraft maintenance technology
  • Assisted in developing learning materials and preparing schemes of work
  • Actively participated in the development, administration, and marking of exams and other assessments.

University Malaya, UM

Tutor (Engineering Mathematics 2)
02.2017 - 04.2017

Job overview

  • Conduct tutorial classes once a week to discuss the tutorial question.

University Malaya, UM

Research Assistant (Wastewater Treatment)
09.2015 - 04.2017

Job overview

  • Managed relationships with suppliers, handling purchase of chemicals and consumables, as well as maintenance and servicing of major equipment
  • Operated and calibrated various analytical equipment, including TOC analyzers, Ion Chromatography (IC), Gas Chromatography (GC), HPLC, and more
  • Conducted troubleshooting and repairs as needed when equipment failed
  • Performed both chemical and biological analyses, such as DNA extraction, FISH, PCR, microscopic observation, staining, and gel electrophoresis
  • Set up, operated, and ensured smooth running of two SBR reactors continuously throughout the year, carrying out maintenance occasionally when performance deteriorated
  • Conducted laboratory demonstrations on various biological analyses for undergraduate students during classes
  • Guided three final-year students in carrying out their thesis-related laboratory work.

Education

Open University Malaysia
Malaysia

Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (PGDT) from Education
09.2022 - 12.2023

University Overview

The National University of Malaysia
Malaysia

M.D. from Environmental Engineering
09.2017 - 09.2018

University Overview

The National University of Malaysia
Malaysia

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Chemical Engineering from Chemical Engineering
09.2011 - 10.2015

University Overview

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Kepong
Malaysia

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia, STPM (equivalent to A-level)
03.2008 - 12.2010

University Overview

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Kepong
Malaysia

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, SPM (equivalent to O-level)
01.2006 - 12.2007

University Overview

11A (7A1, 4A2)

Skills

Conduct Lesson using Google classroom, Classkick, Twinkl, Class dojo, Booklet, Kahoot etc

Conferencepaperspublished

Conferencepaperspublished
  • The 9th Regional Conference on Chemical Engineering, RCChE 2017, Chemical Engineering Transactions, Vol. 56, 2017, AIDIC, Performance of a Tropical Enhanced Biological Phosphorus Removal Process at Different Carbon Loadings
  • World Conference on Engineering & Applied Sciences, WCEAS 2015, Purification of Bio-Hydrogen Using Absorption Techniques and the Effect of CO2 Impurity on the PEMFC Performance

References

References
Available upon request

Timeline

Open University Malaysia
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (PGDT) from Education
09.2022 - 12.2023
Private tutor
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
Lecturer
Despark College
10.2018 - 09.2019
The National University of Malaysia
M.D. from Environmental Engineering
09.2017 - 09.2018
Tutor (Engineering Mathematics 2)
University Malaya, UM
02.2017 - 04.2017
Research Assistant (Wastewater Treatment)
University Malaya, UM
09.2015 - 04.2017
The National University of Malaysia
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Chemical Engineering from Chemical Engineering
09.2011 - 10.2015
Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Kepong
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia, STPM (equivalent to A-level)
03.2008 - 12.2010
Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Kepong
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, SPM (equivalent to O-level)
01.2006 - 12.2007
Math Teacher
Thai Singapore International School
9 2019 - Current

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureWork-life balancePersonal development programs

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced (C1)
Malay
Advanced (C1)

Quote

Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t.
Bill Nye, the Science Guy

Interests

Swimming

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