JINYI YANG - Teaching

Part-time Digital Media & Portfolio Tutor
ES Studio, RAC. Shanghai, China. (2020-2022)

Developed and independently designed a project-based design studio, instructing a group of four students.
Facilitated tutorials on the effective use of Photoshop and Illustrator for graphic communications and data visualization.
Assigned and designed homework assignments that challenged students to apply their skills.
Created diverse class-level assessments to evaluate student understanding and progress.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
LA 2030 Landscape Design Core Studio I;
LA 5600 City Design;
LA 3400 On Hydrogeography.

Collaborated with the professor to curate foundational lecture materials and resources.
Conducted mid-term quiz preparation lectures to enhance students' understanding of course materials.
Provided guidance to students, addressing their questions and concerns effectively.
Assessed and graded quizzes and assignments, offering valuable feedback.
Assisted in the organization of class media and the compilation of a final PDF report showcasing students' work as highlights.

Teaching Volunteer
Jack & Jill Children’s Center, Fort Lauderdale, US

Organized and supervised an event where high-school students designed their dream resort projects, emphasizing landscape architecture.
Guided students in preparing presentations, promoting their skills and understanding in the field.
Custom-designed backpacks for students based on their needs and preferences, incorporating creative painting.
Helps break the cycle of poverty for children of high-need families through early childhood education and family strengthening programs.

Teaching Volunteer
Sandian Primary Elementary School, Hubei, Wuhan, China

Contributed as a student volunteer in a low-income, rural, and underprivileged village, focusing on setting up a school library and teaching on math classes, enhancing learning opportunities for local students.