Meet the Educators Behind Unitimes Academy's Small-Group Success
How Our Educators Turn Small-Group Teaching into Visible Progress
A clear lesson flow: Review → Teach → Guide → Apply → Feedback.
A typical small-group lesson may revisit earlier corrections, introduce one clear objective, guide the thinking process, allow independent application and finish with focused feedback or follow-up practice where appropriate.
Evidence before publication: Confirm the exact classroom sequence, homework and marking process, parent-feedback frequency and one real classroom example for each 4C stage.
— Unitimes Teaching Approach
Ms. Jessy Liu Shiwei
Principal & Director of Academics
Ms. Jessy Liu Shiwei is an award-winning educator with more than 15 years of experience in Singapore’s MOE-aligned education system. Her broader educational leadership spans more than 20 years.
- Former PSLE Chinese Marking Examiner
- Inspiring Chinese Language Teachers Award (MOE, 2016)
- MOE Service Excellence Award - Silver (2024)
- Associate of the Academy of Singapore Teachers (2023)
- Academy Awards for Professional Development - Associate (2024)
Subjects & Levels: Primary and Secondary Chinese, Higher Chinese and PSLE preparation
Teaching Focus: Examiner-informed answer precision, composition, oral communication and curriculum design.
At Unitimes Academy, Ms. Liu leads academic programmes, curriculum development and educator training. She is the creator of the 4C Learning Model, which helps students build strong foundations, make their thinking visible, apply learning accurately and grow into more independent learners.
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“True learning begins when curiosity is sparked, and every child feels seen, supported and challenged.”
— Ms. Jessy Liu
Ms. Yam
Chinese Language Educator
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Chinese with Honours (Distinction), Nanyang Technological University; Work & Study Programme, Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
Subjects & Levels: Primary and Secondary Chinese
Teaching Focus: Vocabulary, comprehension, oral communication, composition and cultural understanding.
Ms. Yam combines strong bilingual language knowledge with interactive and patient teaching. She helps students understand the differences between Chinese and English expression, practise all four language skills and build the confidence to use Chinese more independently.
— Ms. Yam
Ms. Tan
Other Subject Specialist — Mathematics Educator
Experience: Nearly 20 years of teaching experience
Subjects & Levels: Primary and Secondary Mathematics
Teaching Focus: Clear problem-solving steps, confidence and support tailored to individual learning needs.
Ms. Tan is known for her patience and her ability to adapt explanations to each student. She creates a calm learning environment where students can ask questions, strengthen weak concepts and make steady academic progress.
— Ms. Tan
Dr. Lina
Other Subject Specialist — Science & Physics Educator
Qualifications: PhD in Science Education (Physics), National Institute of Education, Singapore
Experience: Former NIE research fellow and teacher trainer, with 10 years at NIE and subsequent K–12 curriculum leadership experience.
Subjects & Levels: Primary and Secondary Science, Physics and Mathematics
Teaching Focus: Conceptual understanding, scientific reasoning and application across different age groups.
Dr. Lina combines research, curriculum and classroom experience to make complex ideas clearer and more meaningful for young learners.
— Dr. Lina
Ms. Tricia
English Specialist & PSLE Coach
Veteran MOE-trained educator | Former PSLE English marking examiner | Holistic literacy specialist
Ms. Tricia brings extensive classroom experience, warmth and examiner-informed guidance to students developing stronger English foundations and preparing for the PSLE.
- 26 years of distinguished service in Singapore’s Ministry of Education.
- 30 years of teaching and tutoring experience across varied learner profiles.
- Expertise in differentiated instruction for high-ability, special-needs and bilingual learners.
- PSLE English composition, oral communication and exam-readiness coaching.
Subjects & Levels: Primary English and PSLE preparation
Teaching Focus: Holistic literacy, differentiated instruction, composition, oral communication and exam readiness.
Holistic Literacy
Using writing to develop clearer thinking, stronger expression and meaningful communication.
Differentiated Instruction
Adapting guidance for high-ability, special-needs and bilingual learners.
PSLE Composition Mastery
Teaching structured planning, precise language and examiner-informed composition strategies.
PSLE Oral Mastery
Building confident responses through clear organisation, relevant examples and guided oral practice.
Exam Readiness
Helping students apply language skills accurately under assessment conditions.