My Catholic beliefs influence all that I do and are a main contributing factor to my desire to help others.
K-12 WORLD LANGUAGE PROGRAM CONSULTING
Fostering Effective K-12 World Language Programs
I have helped build world language programs within K-12 schools and at the collegiate level. I have also taught within those programs and developed creative teaching methods to help students who have historically struggled in foreign language courses to excel. I work with principals and faculty members to evaluate the current foreign language program and determine what professional development opportunities would be most beneficial within the program. As part of my customized solution, I will arm teachers with the tools they need to be more effective. I consider myself a mentor and ensure that all teacher feedback is delivered professionally and respectfully. I have a passion for world languages and want future generations to have that same passion. By helping students be successful in their foreign language classes we can create excitement for learning, and for accepting, cultural differences.
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"Dr. Wang conducts the observation and consultation in a very supportive and respectful manner—as a true mentor. Analyzing each instructor’s strengths and weaknesses, Dr. Wang makes specific recommendations that dramatically improve learning outcomes in the classroom. Dr. Wang is highly motivated, energetic, thorough, thoughtful, and compassionate in her work."
-Dr. Gregory DePies, Northern State University
A Track Record of Successful World Language Program Development
I have had the privilege of making a positive impact within amazing institutions across the country.
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Our Lady of Corpus Christi, Texas
As a Professor, I developed the Chinese and Linguistics program and was the Chair of the Faculty Hiring Committee. I was also a member of the Curriculum Committee. Within the Chinese program, students achieved great success and obtained prestigious scholarships from the Princeton-in-Beijing summer program.
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Newark Public Schools, New Jersey
As a highly effective faculty member, I capitalized on my students unique strengths to maximize their learning experience. One student was so inspired with his own success, it prompted him to develop an award-winning app to learn Chinese faster.
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Confucius Institute - NSU, South Dakota
I was recruited by the Mandarin’s program director to provide consulting services in an effort to ensure both the continuation and success of the program. Through one-on-one advising opportunities and various workshops, I made significant improvements in the program for faculty and students alike.
Professional Development for World Language Teachers
As a certified K-12 Chinese and ESL teacher and mentor, I am excited to provide tools and insight to dramatically improve the success in your teachers’ classrooms.
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Classroom Management
I help teachers determine what they want students to know, the best method for students to demonstrate they know it, and then I help them develop the lessons needed to get there.
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Instructional Techniques
As a trained linguist, I will arm your teachers with strategies to achieve higher levels of proficiency at a quicker rate which improves students’ satisfaction with a course.
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Optimizing Student Potential
If your teachers are working with students who struggle to excel in the classroom, I will help create learning opportunities to embrace their students' strengths.
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Student Feedback
Students are motivated and successful in foreign language studies with effective feedback. Teachers will learn how to give feedback that catapults learning.
AN EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT RESOURCE
It is no secret that principals are spread thin and performance assessment is often an area that lacks the attention it deserves. Foreign language class evaluations bring a unique set of challenges for principals as well. Principals and teachers alike appreciate the unbiased perspective I bring to the table with no preconceived notions. Feedback is not seen as a personal attack. I act as a mentor and provide high quality assessment within K-12 world language programs to encourage teacher improvement. I am also excited to provide the tools and resources to principals and school districts for effective and tailored foreign language teacher assessment.
About
Originally from Taipei, I have a passion for sharing the Mandarin Chinese culture and language. I have also taught Italian and Spanish to students of all ages.
Contact
Phone: (862) 400-1165 Location: Aberdeen, SD