Xuyang Zhao
Xiamen,China
Summary
I’m an experienced ESL teacher who specializes in IELTS speaking, Business English and General English. I’ve taught everything from large groups to VIP one-on-one classes, always focusing on what the student specifically needs. I also have experience teaching the OSSD and IGCSE curriculum. I enjoy using my skills in public speaking and graphic design to make my classes more engaging and help my students feel more comfortable speaking English.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Interpreter & Event Host
Various International Business Meetings and Events
2021.06 - 2026.04
- Served as English host for the inauguration ceremony of the Municipal Foreign Talent Service Center, covered by Xiamen TV
- Hosted World Earth Day volunteer event in Shenzhen (May 2023)
- Provided interpretation services at international business meetings, consistently praised by clients
Part-time IELTS Speaking Instructor
Jimei University
Xiamen
2025.04 - 2025.12
- Provide IELTS Speaking coaching to university students
Part-time English Teacher
Maple Glory International School
Xiamen
2024.10 - 2025.06
- Deliver comprehensive lessons on IELTS speaking and listening, focusing on strategies for high school students to improve examination performance.
IELTS Speaking Teacher
Global Education
Xiamen
2022.03 - 2025.06
- Facilitated VIP and group IELTS speaking classes, assisting students in achieving scores between 6.0 and 7.5.
- Supported students in gaining admission to prestigious universities such as University of Edinburgh, University of Leeds, and Australian National University.
- Instructed Canadian OSSD curriculum and IGCSE Physics and Business courses in English.
English Teacher
Xiamen Real English
2021.06 - 2022.03
- Facilitated English classes for large groups, aged 10 to 14.
- Assisted in lesson planning and participated in research meetings.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Communications
Xiamen Institute of Technology
Xiamen, China 2017.09 - 2021.06
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Graphic design skills
- IELTS speaking instruction
- English pronunciation coaching
- Conversational German and Russian
- Public speaking confidence
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Russian
Beginner
German
Beginner
Interests
Amateur radio, boxing, judo, reading
Accomplishments
- First Place, University English Speech Contest
- Third Place, Fujian Provincial English Speech Contest (FLTRP Cup)
- Outstanding Teacher Award, Xiamen Real English
- Top Scorer, Ranked #1 in College for CET-4 (College English Test)/CET-6 and #1 in Department for Gaokao English scores
Certification
- TEFL – Premier TEFL
- CELTA Pass B – Cambridge
- Band 8.0 - IELTS
- English Speaking Teaching Certificate – British Council
Timeline
Part-time IELTS Speaking Instructor
Jimei University
2025.04 - 2025.12
Part-time English Teacher
Maple Glory International School
2024.10 - 2025.06
IELTS Speaking Teacher
Global Education
2022.03 - 2025.06
Interpreter & Event Host
Various International Business Meetings and Events
2021.06 - 2026.04
English Teacher
Xiamen Real English
2021.06 - 2022.03
Bachelor’s Degree - Communications
Xiamen Institute of Technology
2017.09 - 2021.06