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Riley Yau

Vancouver, BC /

Summary

Dedicated, diverse and aspiring writer offers tutoring and instructional support in English and Language Arts academic or occupational areas to help students progress academically while promoting independent learning and self-reliance. Assists in developing and improving English competency by integrating and applying effective study skills, active reading and note-taking and test-taking strategies. Tutors students in creative writing labs and provides distance learning tutoring services to develop time management, self-discipline and organisational skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

English Tutor for Summer Bridging Programme

Immaculate Heart Of Mary College
07.2025 - 07.2025
  • Managed class time efficiently, balancing structured lessons with opportunities for independent practice and peer collaboration.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and offering consistent support to students.
  • Increased student confidence in spoken English through consistent practice and constructive feedback during conversational exercises.
  • Established rapport with students, fostering open communication and creating a supportive learning atmosphere.

English Tutor

11 Classroom
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Strengthened students' understanding of grammar rules by providing targeted instruction during individual or group sessions.
  • Enhanced students' understanding of complex grammatical structures by creating and implementing interactive exercises.
  • Cultivated inclusive classroom environment where students felt comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Creative Writing

The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
05-2026

Exchange Programme -

The University of British Columbia
Tokyo, Japan
07-2022

High School Diploma -

Immaculate Heart of Mary College
Hong Kong
06-2022

Skills

Friendly, positive attitude

Flexible and adaptable

Decision-making

Creative writing

Multilingual

Critical and creative thinking

Accomplishments

HKDSE 2022 English:

Reading: 5**

Writing: 5**

Listening: 5*

Speaking: 5**


Academic IELTS:

Overall: Band 8

Timeline

English Tutor for Summer Bridging Programme

Immaculate Heart Of Mary College
07.2025 - 07.2025

English Tutor

11 Classroom
05.2023 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Creative Writing

The University of British Columbia

Exchange Programme -

The University of British Columbia

High School Diploma -

Immaculate Heart of Mary College

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