Yanan Zhang

Personal Information                             

Name:Yanan Zhang (张雅楠)

E-mail: [email protected] 


Self Introduction

I have Chinese teaching experience in China and abroad nearly 5 years,diversified teaching objects include elementary school students, secondary specialized students, university students and staffs of MOFA, MOI, BDF in Bahrain.

I am  good at performing at Chinese cultural events. I have participated in the tea art performance at the Dragon City New Year celebrations in Bahrain and the tea art performance at the National Day event of the Chinese Embassy in Bahrain. 

During the teaching period, I participated in the organization of the Spring Festival "making dumplings" activities and facial painting activities. I had coached students to participate in speech contest.

I’m an optimistic and positive person with strong team spirit. I always be earnest and careful for everything in job. Besides, I can get along well with workmates from different countries.


I have gentle and soft personality. I can be affinity and patient for children. I’m good at communicating with students.


Education

Sept,2015-July,2017

Master's degree in International Chinese Education from Liaoning Normal University

Sept,2011-July,2015

Bachelor of Arts from Arts and Sciences College of BoHai University


Work Experience

School:  University of Bahrain
Working Time: Jan,2022-Now

I am currently a Chinese teacher at the Confucius Institute of the University of Bahrain. I was responsible for Chinese teaching and other related cultural work for university students and government staff. Additionally,I am also responsible for the related work of the HSK test and handling academic affairs at the Confucius Institute.


Others Work Experience 

School:  Qingdao QiuShi  College
Working Time: Aug,2018-May,2021
 

I served as a Chinese teacher in Qingdao QiuShi College. I was responsible for elementary Chinese teaching, writing teaching, ancient poetry appreciation class teaching and other related work for secondary specialized students.


School:Songkhla Vocational College
Working Time: May,2016-Mar,2017

I served as a volunteer Chinese teacher be appointed by Confucius Institute at the Songkhla Vocational College in Thailand. I was responsible for Chinese teaching and other related cultural work for secondary specialized students and junior college students who have little or no Chinese experience.

Work Place: Dalian,Liaoning Province
Working Time: Sept,2015-Jan,2016
 
I served as a 1-1 tutor for Korean International students who have reached HSK5 in Chinese at Liaoning Normal University as a part-time job. 

Skills

Tea Art Performance
Proficient in various tea brewing techniques and tea ceremony etiquette.
Capable of performing professional tea art demonstrations, showcasing the charm of traditional Chinese tea culture.
Skilled in engaging with the audience, explaining the history, types, and health benefits of tea.

Chinese Zither (Guzheng) Performance
Expert in playing the guzheng, able to perform a wide range of musical styles.
Extensive stage performance experience, capable of solo or ensemble performances in various settings.

Chinese Dance
Proficient in various traditional Chinese dances, such as folk dance and classical dance.
Capable of choreographing and rehearsing dance programs.

Qualifications and Certificates

Dec,2012   
CET - 4 Examination

Jan,2012            
The Second-Class A of the Putonghua Proficiency Test Certificate
Mar,2016
Chinese Volunteer Teacher Qualification Certificate

July,2017
The National Qualification Certificate for Primary and Secondary School Teachers

Aug,2018
International Chinese Teacher Qualification Certificate

July,2020
The National Qualification Certificate for University Teachers
Aug,2020
Intermediate Tea Specialist Qualification Certificate

Aug,2020
Intermediate Tea Assessor Qualification Certificate

Aug,2023
Family Education Instructor Qualification Certificate

Want to Say

Be a spark to light up children’s lives.