NGUYEN THI PHUONG THANH

English Language Educator & AI Language Specialist
Ho Chi Minh City, VN.

About

Highly accomplished English Language Educator and AI Language Specialist with a strong background in curriculum development, student mentorship, and advanced AI model evaluation. Currently pursuing a Master's in TESOL, leveraging expertise in bilingual communication (English & Vietnamese) and innovative teaching methodologies to enhance learning outcomes and optimize AI language capabilities. Proven ability to drive academic success and contribute to cutting-edge language technology.

Work

DataAnnotation.tech
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AI Tutor

Summary

Served as a Bilingual AI Tutor, generating diverse conversations and high-quality responses while evaluating AI model performance and ensuring factual accuracy for language learning applications.

Highlights

Generated diverse, high-quality conversational content and specific prompts in both English and Vietnamese, enhancing AI model linguistic capabilities.

Evaluated and compared performance of various AI models, providing critical feedback to improve accuracy, originality, and factual integrity of responses.

Conducted thorough research and fact-checking on AI-generated content, ensuring data veracity and adherence to quality standards for language models.

Self-Employed
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Home English Tutor

Summary

Provided personalized 1-on-1 English language instruction and academic support to university freshmen and IELTS candidates, enhancing their proficiency and exam readiness.

Highlights

Delivered tailored 1-on-1 English lessons, improving general English proficiency for university freshmen.

Supported students in school projects and provided targeted preparation for the IELTS exam, contributing to academic success.

Kent International College
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Teaching Assistant & Secretary, Faculty of Foreign Language

Summary

Supported faculty as a Teaching Assistant and Secretary, facilitating course development, student learning, and bilingual administrative operations.

Highlights

Assisted college students with academic needs, including document translations, exam paper marking, and material design, enhancing learning resources.

Contributed to the development, evaluation, and improvement of English language courses and materials, directly impacting curriculum quality.

Managed administrative tasks including transcribing meeting minutes and scheduling, while acting as a bilingual liaison (English/Vietnamese) to streamline inter-departmental communication.

Prepared college students for their final Speaking test by developing resources, conducting practice sessions, and providing constructive feedback.

Private English Center
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Teaching Assistant

Summary

Supported English language instruction for diverse age groups, developing materials, supervising classes, and assessing student progress across multiple proficiency levels.

Highlights

Assisted in teaching young children across Pre-A1 Starters to B1 Preliminary levels, fostering foundational English skills.

Supervised and taught B1 Preliminary and High School entrance exam preparation classes for 1 month annually, improving student readiness.

Developed and assembled example exercises, homework, and mock tests, specializing in High School entrance exam preparation materials.

Provided proofreading and editing for various educational materials, including lesson plans and practice tests, ensuring high-quality content for English International Certificates.

Prepared A1 Movers and A2 Flyers students for Speaking sections through practice resources, role-playing, and targeted feedback.

Marie Curie High School
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Teacher Apprentice

Summary

Gained practical teaching experience as a Teacher Apprentice, managing a class, developing lesson plans, and supporting student learning in English.

Highlights

Participated in English language teaching department's classroom demonstrations and conferences, enhancing pedagogical skills.

Managed class 10A01 as an apprentice homeroom teacher, teaching two 10th-grade classes and providing direct student support.

Prepared, revised, and edited lesson plans, adapting content to meet individual class needs and optimize learning outcomes.

Tan Phong High School
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Teacher Apprentice

Summary

Supported high school English instruction and classroom management as a Teacher Apprentice, assisting with demonstrations and student activities.

Highlights

Attended and assisted with classroom demonstrations and conferences, gaining exposure to advanced teaching methodologies.

Managed class 10A01 as an apprentice homeroom teacher, planning and organizing teaching materials for 11th and 12th-grade classes.

Assisted in classroom routines and set up displays, ensuring smooth operations and an engaging learning environment.

Monitored and aided students during school events like Spring Fair, ensuring safety and engagement.

Private English Center
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1-on-1 English Tutor for Workplace English

Summary

Delivered customized 1-on-1 English tutoring for workplace communication, focusing on accent correction and professional language skills.

Highlights

Planned and delivered tailored study materials, addressing individual learning needs and styles for workplace English proficiency.

Focused on improving accent and communication skills in real office situations, enhancing professional effectiveness.

Monitored and assessed learner performance, adjusting curriculum and planning to optimize progress.

Self-Employed
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Home English Tutor for Young Learner

Summary

Provided personalized English and Science tutoring to a gifted young learner, preparing them for academic contests and entrance exams.

Highlights

Taught English and Science to a gifted child (4th to 7th grade), adapting lessons to an advanced learning pace.

Assisted with school projects and prepared the learner for academic contests and Secondary High School entrance exams, resulting in improved performance.

Monitored student progress, provided regular feedback, and promoted learner autonomy, fostering independent study habits.

Education

University of Social Sciences and Humanities

MA Candidate

TESOL

Grade: 3.71/4.0 (8.61/10)

Saigon University

BA

English Language Teacher Education

Grade: 3.44/4.0 (8.39/10)

Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted

High School Diploma

English Specialized Class

Languages

English
Vietnamese
Chinese
Korean
French

Skills

Languages

English, Vietnamese, Chinese (Basic), Korean (Basic), French (Basic).

Software & Tools

Microsoft Office, Canva, DaVinci Resolve, MATLAB, SPSS.

AI & EdTech Tools

AI Teaching Tools, Chatbots, AI Model Evaluation, Language Model Interaction.

Teaching & Curriculum Development

Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Student Assessment, IELTS Preparation, ESL Instruction, 1-on-1 Tutoring, Classroom Management, Pedagogy.

Communication & Administration

Bilingual Communication, Document Translation, Meeting Minutes, Scheduling, Administrative Support, Proofreading, Editing.