Aaron Meadows
About Aaron Meadows
Aaron Meadows is a Chinese teacher and Peace Corps recruiter with a diverse background in education and physical therapy. He has worked at various institutions, including TopEdit Author Services and the University of Virginia, and has experience teaching English as a second language in China.
Work at Nerdy
Aaron Meadows currently serves as a Chinese Teacher at Varsity Tutors, a subsidiary of Nerdy Company. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the educational development of students through personalized tutoring in the Chinese language. His role involves creating tailored lesson plans and providing support to learners at various proficiency levels.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Meadows holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Kinesiology from Berea College, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education at Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where he earned a Master's degree in Acupuncture from 2017 to 2020. This diverse educational background equips him with a unique skill set applicable in both language instruction and health-related fields.
Background
Before his current roles, Aaron worked as an ESL Instructor for the Peace Corps in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, from 2012 to 2014. He also served as a Physical Therapy Technician at Graves-Gilbert Clinic for a brief period in 2021. His experience in these positions has informed his approach to teaching and recruitment, particularly in promoting language learning and cultural exchange.
Achievements in Peace Corps Recruitment
Since 2021, Aaron Meadows has worked as a Peace Corps Recruiter at the University of Virginia. In this role, he facilitates events designed to increase student applications to the Peace Corps. He focuses on promoting inclusivity and diversity within the recruitment process, ensuring that a wide range of candidates are encouraged to apply for volunteer opportunities.
Current Role as Scientific Editor
In addition to his teaching and recruitment roles, Aaron Meadows has been a Scientific Editor at TopEdit Author Services since 2021. His work involves editing and providing feedback on scientific manuscripts, helping authors improve their submissions for publication. This position complements his educational background and enhances his editorial skills.