Certified Teacher

Mai L.

My name is Mai L. I am a certified teacher with 6 years of experience. I taught K-6 Computer Science for 5 years, where I taught more than 450 students per year ages ranging from 5-12. I taught digital citizenship, coding, video production, and robotics. I mentored Girls Who Code and FIRST Robotics. I've tutored students from around the US, New Zealand, and Australia for math, reading, and coding. I currently guest teach at the local public school district in my area.

I enjoy helping students develop strong critical thinking skills and build confidence in themselves. I do this through walking through their thought processes when solving problems, breaking down each step and ensuring they understand why they gave their answer.

My hobbies influence my teaching style, and I'd love to explain how! Outside of teaching, I'm incredibly passionate about solo traveling and skydiving. I have visited over 22 countries and I am a licensed skydiver with more than 60 solo jumps. My love for these hobbies has taught me to stay calm under pressure, trust the process, and remain adaptable in unpredictable situations. These skills directly influence my teaching style. In my classroom, learning is an adventure and failure is seen as a stepping stone to growth. I encourage my students to embrace challenges, take calculated risks, and develop resilience. My ultimate goal is to create an environment where they feel safe to explore, iterate, and learn, just like in skydiving!

My goal is to make learning accessible and enjoyable for my learners. I achieve this by incorporating multimedia assets, student choice, and clear goals and expectations. I believe in providing regular feedback and checking for understanding, all while ensuring the content is easy to follow online.