ZAIQING LIU
Nashville
Summary
Mathematics graduate with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis, teaching, and research. Skilled in Python, MATLAB, and Excel for data analysis and visualization. Experienced in classroom instruction and one-on-one tutoring, with a proven ability to simplify complex concepts and engage diverse learners. Adept at collaborating in academic and research settings. Seeking opportunities to apply analytical and instructional expertise in education roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Math & Science Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
Antioch
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans for middle school students in math and science.
- Applied diverse instructional strategies to support students with varying learning needs.
- Developed interactive lessons to help students grasp complex concepts.
- Provided individualized support to improve student performance.
Part-time Teacher
Huntington Learning Center
Brentwood
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Taught high school students one-on-one in ACT math and science preparation.
- Built and executed structured lesson plans tailored to student needs.
- Guided students through textbook examples and practice problems.
- Assigned, reviewed, and discussed homework and test results to reinforce learning.
Researcher
College of William & Mary
Williamsburg
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed and tested statistical models to study blue crab populations.
- Conducted data analysis using Python and Excel to refine models.
- Collaborated with fellow researchers to improve methodologies and present findings.
Education
Master of Education - Secondary Education
Vanderbilt University - Peabody College
Nashville, TN05-2027
Master of Arts - Mathematics
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
College of William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA05.2021
Skills
- MATLAB
- Python
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Cleaning
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom Technology
- Teaching
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Student Engagement
- Faculty Support
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Curriculum development
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Professional
Timeline
Middle School Math & Science Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
08.2024 - 02.2025
Part-time Teacher
Huntington Learning Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Researcher
College of William & Mary
06.2020 - 08.2020
Master of Education - Secondary Education
Vanderbilt University - Peabody College
Master of Arts - Mathematics
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
College of William & Mary