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Christina Yang Hee Kwon

Summary

Student-centered educator with over 20 years of experience delivering project-based, inquiry-driven instruction across AP, IB, and university-level contexts. Expert in guiding students through issue-based reading, academic writing, formal debate, and digital presentation. Technologically fluent in Moodle, Zoom, and Google Classroom—ensuring a seamless, engaging online learning experience. Committed to empowering learners to think critically, write confidently, and collaborate meaningfully.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secondary Social Studies & AP Capstone Teacher

BC Collegiate
08.2023 - Current
  • 100% AP pass rate in AP Seminar across two sections (30 students), outperforming the global and Korea average.
  • Delivered scaffolded instruction in IRR, TMP, IWA, and IMP, resulting in measurable gains in argumentation and consistent rubric growth
  • Achieved an 85% AP pass rate across all AP courses—exceeding both global and Korea averages.
  • Designed and implemented research-driven and College Board-aligned curricula, fostering advanced skills in writing, source analysis, and public speaking
  • Used targeted DBQ/LEQ instruction and historical reasoning skill-building in APUSH to improve content mastery and analytical writing

    Integrated nonfiction readings, debate prompts, and grammar scaffolds to support academic fluency in research and civic discourse.
  • Leveraged Google Classroom, Zoom, and Google Docs to support a blended learning model, boosting participation by over 30%.
  • Provided timely, rubric-based feedback through real-time conferencing and asynchronous platforms.

Humanities Teacher (Grades 7–12)

BIS International Christian School
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Designed and led inquiry-based learning experiences including historical simulations and project-based learning (PBL) units aligned to AP and national curriculum standards.
  • Fostered critical thinking, civic engagement, and interdisciplinary connections through student-centered instruction and real-world case studies.
  • Integrated digital platforms (Zoom, Google Docs, Padlet, etc.) to facilitate collaborative learning, writing workshops, peer editing, and asynchronous discussion.
  • Promoted academic discourse and historical empathy, embedding current events and ethical dilemmas into classroom debates and simulations.

Associate Professor of English

Tongwon University
01.2015 - 01.2022
  • Designed and implemented cross-disciplinary writing curricula for learners in global education, digital media, and business fields, bridging academic skills with professional communication outcomes.
  • Aligned instructional content with field-specific learning goals, preparing students for real-world application in research, presentations, and workplace contexts.
  • Delivered fully online instruction using Google Classroom, managing rubrics, digital gradebooks, discussion forums, and peer reviews to ensure clear expectations and efficient assessment cycles.
  • Hosted live classes and recorded multimedia lectures, integrating polls, shared docs, and screen annotation to support student comprehension and engagement.

Head Foreign English Teacher

Daewon Foreign Language H.S.
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Led curriculum design and instructional planning aligned to national university entrance benchmarks, ensuring vertical alignment in reading, writing, and oral communication.
  • Promoted academic rigor and skill articulation across grade levels through scaffolded tasks and outcome-based assessment models.
  • Designed cross-textual synthesis and debate modules, fostering student mastery in argumentation, rebuttal, and source attribution—preparing learners for both domestic and international higher education pathways.
  • Championed student engagement through performance tasks, seminars, and publication-style writing assignments.

Native English Instructor

Gangnam University of Riverside
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Designed and delivered skills-based instruction that improved student performance in speaking assessments, reading comprehension, and academic writing.
  • Managed all digital instruction through Moodle, building and maintaining online quizzes, writing prompts, rubrics, and asynchronous discussion boards for multiple grade levels.
  • Created a structured and accessible virtual classroom, ensuring student engagement through clear organization, timely feedback, and tech-integrated learning tools.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance language acquisition and cultural understanding.

Education

B.A. - Political Science

New York University
New York, USA
05.2001

Skills

  • Skilled in utilizing various online learning platforms
  • Proficient in online collaboration tools
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Digital assessment tools
  • Effective classroom management
  • Collaborative partnership development
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Curriculum development

Certification

  • AP Seminar – College Board AP Summer Institute (30 CEUs)
  • AP U.S. History & AP Psychology – College Board Certified
  • IB Diploma Program Teacher – University of Toronto (OISE)
  • NY State Teaching Certificate – Secondary Social Studies
  • TESOL Certificate – Sookmyung Women’s University

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Korean
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Secondary Social Studies & AP Capstone Teacher

BC Collegiate
08.2023 - Current

Humanities Teacher (Grades 7–12)

BIS International Christian School
01.2023 - 07.2023

Associate Professor of English

Tongwon University
01.2015 - 01.2022

Head Foreign English Teacher

Daewon Foreign Language H.S.
01.2011 - 01.2015

Native English Instructor

Gangnam University of Riverside
01.2009 - 01.2011

B.A. - Political Science

New York University
Christina Yang Hee Kwon