Biography
Teacher Gus left Saigon, Vietnam, as a toddler at the end of the Vietnam War. He was born to parents of Vietnamese and Chinese origin. He was raised, educated, and worked in Sydney, Australia, his entire life.
He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Information Technology (IT) and spent the majority of his career as an IT Professional, working for some of Australia's largest public, private, and government organizations. His expertise was in Cybersecurity, where he was responsible for designing and implementing security initiatives, managing intellectual property transfers, and leading teams across various regions in Asia Pacific.
Teacher Gus later shifted his focus to investment management to free up more time for his personal interests and hobbies.
Inspired by the vision and commitment of founder Ms. Thao Chi and the ABVN foundational teachers, the ABVN platform connects and enriches both students and teachers, united by a shared goal of learning. ABVN students are curious and determined learners. As I reflect, "I benefited more from learning about them than they do from me."
His only English teaching experience is through A Better Vietnam, where he aims to be a motivator, educator, and mentor for students. He finds the greatest fulfillment in their success, believing that their achievements reflect his own. Knowing that students feel motivated and improve their English skills brings him the greatest satisfaction.
Teacher Gus enjoys keeping active, especially through sports and maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle. His hobbies span a wide range, including animals, cars, motorbikes, construction, economics, fitness, food, gardening, hiking, investments, movies, music, science, sports, streaming, technology, travel, and volunteering. He is interested in almost anything, as long as it allows him to learn something new.
He is married, has three kids, and resides in Sydney, Australia.
Focus of teaching
Writing, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, critical thinking, enriching soft skills, using technology as a learning tool and lessons follow US English conventions while adapting to Vietnamese English preferences.
Preference for Pre-intermediate, Intermediate and Advance students.
