Luciana S.

Qu
1639 Meadhurst Drive, Superior Township, MI 48198 | (734) 717-9391 | Luciana.s.qu@gmail.com

Certification
Michigan Standard Secondary Teaching Certificate July 2021
6-12 Mathematics
Michigan Standard Elementary Teaching Certificate July 2020
K-8 Mathematics
International Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching & Learning May 2021
Diploma Programme (DP)

Education
University of Michigan June 2021
Master of Arts in Secondary Education, GPA: 4.0/4.0 Ann Arbor, MI
Math Major Coursework:
• Calculus I & II • Mathematics Instruction in Middle School
• Multivariable and Vector Calculus • Teaching with Curriculum Materials
• Concepts of Secondary Mathematics • Teaching Secondary Mathematics
• Higher Geometry

University of Michigan - Dearborn August 2020

Elementary Certification-Only Program, GPA: 4.0/4.0 Dearborn, MI
Michigan State University May 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Major GPA: 3.7/4.0 East Lansing, MI

Teaching Experience
Student Teacher & Substitute Teacher Jan. – Jun. 2021
Community High School | Ann Arbor, MI
• Created and enacted lessons for Algebra 2 and Calculus, administered formative
and summative assessments, and gave written feedback on student work
• Conducted small-group and one-on-one instruction in 7th period Math Support
• Co-developed and implemented district-wide Algebra 2 statistics lessons,
incorporating both online and hybrid learning & teaching models and pedagogies
• Demonstrated commitment and professionalism through active participation in
PD opportunities and staff, departmental, and district meetings
• Substitute taught a total of 4 classes, totaling 120 students, for a two-week
period; responsibilities included lesson planning and grading
Wolverine Pathways Math Instructor Feb. – Apr. 2021
University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI
• Facilitated the mathematical inquiry and learning for 7th grade students in
synchronous whole-group, small-group, and one-on-one online sessions
• Monitored and facilitated student-led sessions that supported student
mathematical stretch, problem-solving, and independence
• Engaged with remote math lead, curriculum developer, and weekly PLCs
Pre-Student Teaching Intern Sep. – Dec. 2020
• Clague Middle School – 6th Grade | Ann Arbor, MI
o Planned, revised, and implemented Prime Time curriculum
o Worked in small-group and individual settings with students
• Community High School – 9th-12th Grades | Ann Arbor, MI
o Interacted with students in Algebra II and Calculus in small groups to
facilitate discussion and implement differentiated instruction
Kindergarten Teacher Aug. 2018 – Jul. 2020
Detroit Enterprise Academy | Detroit, MI
• Full-day instruction of all core subjects within three main instruction groups
(whole group, small group, and one-on-one)
• Lesson creation and planning with Reading Street, Bridges, Number Corner,
Ready! Common Core, and Math Stories
• Collaboration with colleagues during PLCs to discuss assessment results, develop
curriculum, and plan K-1 projects and activities
Student Teaching Intern Sep. 2017 – Apr. 2018
Pinecrest Elementary School, First Grade | East Lansing, MI
• Led mini-lessons and craft-based workshops in all core subjects
• Participated in hands-on STEM and programming lessons and activities
• Provided specialized writing assistance to a student in SPED

Additional Experience
Mandarin Club Teacher Aug. 2019 – Jan. 2020
Detroit Enterprise Academy | Detroit, MI
• Utilized the Better Chinese curriculum to teach the basics of reading, writing, and
speaking in Mandarin
• Introduced traditional Chinese holidays and culture, such as the Dragon Boat
Festival, Full Moon Festival, and traditional papercutting
Math & Reading Committee Member Aug. 2018 – Jun. 2020
Detroit Enterprise Academy | Detroit, MI
• Generated monthly itineraries and programs for meetings and activities requiring
parental involvement
• Developed a positive reinforcement plan for AR and AM programs
• Planned and carried out March reading month events
Reading Instructor Jun. 2018 – Aug. 2018
Urban Immersion Fellowship Program at the Center for Success | Detroit, MI
• Utilized standardized reading assessments to direct one-on-one tutoring
• Developed differentiated instruction based on lessons sourced from the FCRR
• Facilitated learning through developing relationships with students, drawing on
prior knowledge, and using education technology
Bilingual Private Tutor Jan. 2014 – Aug 2018
• Tutored Chinese international students in both English and Mandarin Chinese
• Proofread and revised students’ essays
• Developed and taught lessons across a myriad of different courses, such as
college-level mathematics, CS & engineering, writing and rhetoric, hospitality
business, management, psychology, and journalism

Professional Development & Activities

• Red Cross Certified in Adult & Pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR (June 2020)
• NASA GLOBE Certified in 4 Protocols (December 2019)
• Future Teachers of Color Alumna