Cynthia Pimpika-Teravaninthorn Lee
Summary
Dedicated and versatile educator with a focus on maximizing student learning potential by creating an engaging and active classroom environment. Bringing unique perspectives to teaching through exposure to Thai, Chinese, and American cultures, promoting cultural understanding. Blending instructional strategies with creativity to support the individual growth and distinct needs of every student.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
English Team Leader, Literature & Speech Teacher
Beijing Aurora Boya Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Led the English team in developing a curriculum from 1st to 12th grade
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success
- Taught EAL, literature, public speaking, debate & standardized testing strategies (grades 10 and 11)
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
- Designed and facilitated multifaceted group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills
9-12th grade English and Drama teacher
Beijing New Talent Academy
08.2023 - 07.2024
- 9-12th grade English and Drama teacher in the APIC high school department
- Director of the year-end musical, 'Hamilton'
Voice Actress
Startimes Studio
01.2022 - Current
- English voice-overs for movies, series and animations
- (Part-time.)
Thai/Chinese to English Translator, Writer and Editor
Freelance-writers
01.2020 - Current
- Books, essays, research articles, etc
Full-time English Tutor
Study Plus Center
07.2018 - 07.2019
SATs, IELTS, GED, English conversation
Full-time English TA
the Regent's International School
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Full-time English TA for years 1-2 students
Part-time Tutor
Kev's Academy
01.2014 - 01.2016
- SAT Critical Reading, Writing, Math
- Primary, middle and high school + adults
- IELTS, GED, SAT, English pronunciation, conversation, Business English, reading comprehension, writing, and social studies
Education
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
The Central Academy of Fine Arts
Beijing, China06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Chulalongkorn University
Bangkok, Thailand06-2016
High School Diploma -
The Washington National Cathedral School For Girls
Washington D.C., USA06-2012
Skills
- Unique, student-centered approach
- Culturally responsive
- Coaching and mentoring
- Differentiated instruction: leveraging strengths and addressing weaknesses
- Creative problem-solving
- Project-based learning
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Thai
Proficient
C2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Upper intermediate
B2
Interests
Painting, voice acting, classical piano, poetry/prose, Muay Thai (Thai boxing), coffee, reading
Timeline
English Team Leader, Literature & Speech Teacher
Beijing Aurora Boya Academy
08.2024 - Current
9-12th grade English and Drama teacher
Beijing New Talent Academy
08.2023 - 07.2024
Voice Actress
Startimes Studio
01.2022 - Current
Thai/Chinese to English Translator, Writer and Editor
Freelance-writers
01.2020 - Current
Full-time English Tutor
Study Plus Center
07.2018 - 07.2019
Full-time English TA
the Regent's International School
01.2016 - 01.2018
Part-time Tutor
Kev's Academy
01.2014 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
The Central Academy of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Chulalongkorn University
High School Diploma -
The Washington National Cathedral School For Girls
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