Lau Yat Chun
Laboratory Technician
Summary
Dynamic professional with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science from La Trobe University, possessing a multifaceted career in education, fitness, and customer service. Demonstrated expertise in student development through roles as a Teaching Assistant at Kellett School and Shadowing Teacher at the Canadian International School of Hong Kong, focusing on fostering academic and personal growth in students with complex needs. Experience as an Educational Assistant at West Island School involved engaging children through experiential learning while effectively managing operational responsibilities. Serving as a Chemistry and Biology Teacher at Tuttee Academy facilitated the preparation of students for international examinations, supported by exceptional communication skills, strong teamwork capabilities, and advanced laboratory expertise in techniques such as PCR, ELISA, and immunohistochemistry.
Insightful Laboratory Technician brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Laboratory Technician
French International School of Hong Kong
08.2025 - Current
- Lesson Preparation: Prepared and dispensed chemical solutions, specimens, and apparatus for daily biology, chemistry, and physics practicals, ensuring timely setup and breakdown for lessons.
- Equipment Maintenance: Performed routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of classroom laboratory equipment (e.g., microscopes, balances, pH meters) to ensure accurate functionality during student experiments.
- Safety Compliance: Maintained a safe learning environment by strictly managing hazardous chemical storage, waste disposal, and risk assessment logs in compliance with educational safety regulations.
- Inventory Management: Managed the science department inventory, monitoring stock levels, placing orders for consumables, and verifying receipts to ensure materials were available for curriculum requirements.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlined the turnaround process for laboratory classes, ensuring rapid and accurate changeovers of equipment between periods to maximize teaching time.
- Teacher & Student Support: Supported teaching staff by trialing new experiments and providing technical guidance to junior technicians and students on proper equipment usage and safety protocols.
Teaching Assistant
Kellett School
08.2022 - 07.2024
- 1-to-1 Support: Provided dedicated one-to-one assistance to students with SEN and EAL needs, utilizing tailored strategies—including visual schedules and scaffolded resources—to ensure access to the British curriculum.
- Behavioral Management: Implemented positive behavior management techniques and emotional regulation strategies to support student wellbeing and resilience during lessons and transitions.
- Progress Monitoring: Collaborated with class teachers to track individual student progress, contributing observations to Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and adapting learning materials to close attainment gaps.
- Resource Adaptation: Created and organized differentiated learning materials and vibrant visual aids to support specific learning targets and maintain high levels of student engagement.
- Stakeholder Communication: Built strong, trusting relationships with students, parents, and staff, ensuring a collaborative approach to the student’s social and academic development.
- Professional Development: Actively engaged in training focused on SEN support and curriculum delivery, continuously applying new methods to meet diverse student needs with empathy.
Shadowing Teacher
Canadian International School of Hong Kong
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Curriculum Support: Supported the delivery of the British curriculum (IGCSE & IB) for students aged 11–18 by preparing resources and organizing learning materials.
- Targeted Intervention: Provided specialized support for SEN and EAL students, designing visual schedules and accessibility tools to foster independence for learners with autism.
- Student Wellbeing: Ensured a safe, inclusive environment by supervising students during lessons, transitions, and field trips, prioritizing emotional wellbeing and safety
Educational Assistant
West Island School
08.2020 - 07.2021
- SEN Support (IB Framework): Facilitated academic progress and social integration for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within the IB Primary and Middle Years Programmes (PYP/MYP).
- Differentiation & Planning: Collaborated with teachers and coordinators to implement tailored learning plans and visual schedules, adapting materials in English, Math, and Science to enhance accessibility.
- Bilingual Inclusion: Supported student self-regulation and social development within a diverse, bilingual (English and Mandarin) environment, fostering confidence and peer inclusion.
- Behavioral Support: Assisted with classroom management and transitions, employing positive reinforcement strategies to support students with behavioral or developmental challenges.
- Monitoring & Compliance: Monitored student progress against Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), providing feedback to parents and staff while strictly adhering to child protection and safety policies.
Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Tuttee Academy
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Curriculum Mastery & Results: Delivered tailored instruction for IGCSE, A-Level, IBDP, and HKDSE curricula, employing exam-focused strategies that consistently guided students to achieve top-tier grades (A/A* or Level 7).
- Inquiry-Based Pedagogy: Leveraged expertise in biomedical science to simplify complex topics (e.g., genetics, metabolic pathways) using virtual simulations and inquiry-based methods, bridging the gap between theory and practical application.
- Bilingual Instruction: Utilized English and Chinese proficiency to facilitate bilingual teaching and mentorship, ensuring effective communication with diverse students and parents to build trust and engagement.
- Customized Learning Plans: Analyzed student performance data to design personalized syllabi and interactive activities, optimizing lesson pacing to target individual weaknesses and eliminate rote learning.
Education
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Biochemistry And Medical Science
La Trobe University
Melbourne12-2017
Diploma of Bioscience - Bioscience
La Trobe University
Melbourne 04.2001 -
High school diploma -
Knox Grammar School
Sydney12-2012
Skills
Communication, Teamwork, and Education Support: Strong interpersonal/written communication; excels in multidisciplinary collaboration, student tutoring, assessments, differentiated instruction, progress monitoring, behavior modeling, activity facilitation, material preparation, supervision, parent relations
Innovative, Problem-Solving and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to solve complex challenges creatively, with high emotional intelligence for interpersonal dynamics and team outcomes
Laboratory Techniques and Procedures: Proficient in specimen collection/processing, microscopy, microbiology, ELISA, PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, enzyme assays, biochemical/immunological assays, titration, analytical chemistry, molecular biology methods
Equipment, Safety, and Compliance: Skilled in instrument calibration/maintenance, reagent preparation, chemical handling, supply management, hazardous waste disposal, regulatory compliance, safety protocols in medical/educational labs
Data Analysis and Research: Experienced in lab result interpretation, experiment design, research documentation, scientific writing, materials testing, medical terminology
Research Publication
Support Research Involving ~100 Cantonese-Speaking Children to Investigate Pitch Elevation Timing in Children with and without Childhood Apraxia of Speech Using the Tone Sequencing Task (TST-3). ( PhD Research Project )
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
French International School of Hong Kong
08.2025 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Kellett School
08.2022 - 07.2024
Shadowing Teacher
Canadian International School of Hong Kong
12.2021 - 08.2022
Educational Assistant
West Island School
08.2020 - 07.2021
Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Tuttee Academy
03.2018 - 08.2020
Diploma of Bioscience - Bioscience
La Trobe University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Biochemistry And Medical Science
La Trobe University
High school diploma -
Knox Grammar School