Queenie's Resume

Queenie

English Teaching | Native English Speaker | US-Educated

Female

40 y/o

English Teacher/Early Childhood Education/Teacher/Language Teacher

Live in Shanghai

Nationality China Hongkong

Summary

Globally experienced, TEFL-certified educator with 13+ years in leadership roles and a student-centered approach to English instruction. U.S.-educated and based in Shanghai, I bring cross-cultural insight and strong communication skills to teaching English Language & Literature and ESL. My lessons are inquiry-based, practical, and aligned with IB philosophies—designed to empower diverse learners to think critically and express themselves with confidence. I’m seeking a teaching role at an international or bilingual school that values independence, global perspectives, and real-world relevance. With a background in business leadership and tutoring, I create purposeful, language-rich learning experiences that help students build voice, confidence, and communication skills.

Work experience

English Tutor
Freelance (Part-time)
2023.01-Current
(3 years)
Design personalized ESL & conversational English lessons for different level learners. Focus on real-world topics, interests, and workplace communication. Integrate role-plays, discussions, vocabulary-building practices.
Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations
Another-1
2021.10-Current
(4 years)
Led internal strategy and team operations across tech, design, and marketing. Created training resources, structured workflows, and communication systems—skills directly applicable to lesson planning, scaffolding, and classroom organization.
Private Academic Tutor
Freelance Work
2024.07-2024.08
(2 months)
Taught English, basic Math & Science to two international school students (ages 3 and 8.) Created age-appropriate, engaging lessons using stories, games, and inquiry-based methods. Supported early literacy, language development, and confidence across subjects.
Business English Coach
Freelance Work
2023.01-2024.04
(a year)
Coached a foreign professional in business writing and presentation delivery. Customized lessons around grammar, business language, tone, and audience awareness.
Senior Manager, Business Development
Adidas
2020.04-2021.06
(a year)
Managed nationwide brand campaigns and cross-cultural communication. Developed toolkits and aligned messaging—parallel to curriculum design and differentiated instruction in diverse classrooms.
Global Operations Manager
5N Plus Inc (Global)
2017.04-2019.07
(2 years)
Built global strategies and internal training guides to streamline performance and collaboration—experience transferable to instructional design, assessment planning, and peer development.
North America Operations Manager
5N Plus Inc (North America)
2014.12-2017.04
(2 years)
Oversaw operations and led new-hire training across U.S. and Canada. Gained hands-on experience in public speaking, mentoring, and designing clear, goal-oriented instruction.
Operations Manager
JD Staron Galleries
2011.05-2014.12
(4 years)
Managed creative project timelines and team coordination. Strengthened skills in clear communication, organization, and client-focused problem solving—foundational to effective teaching practice.

Educational experience

Pace University, New York, USA
Finance & Strategic Management
2008.09-2010.12
(2 years)
Master of Business Administration Major Finance, Minor Strategic Management
Sacred Heart University, Connecticut, USA
Psychology
2003.09-2007.05
(4 years)
Bachelor of Science in General Psychology
Berkshire School
High School Diploma
1999.09-2003.07
(4 years)
High School studies
Indian Mountain School, Connecticut, USA
Junior High School
1997.09-1999.06
(2 years)
Junior High School studies