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
Seoul, South Korea
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
Seoul, South Korea
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
Seoul, South Korea
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.
Seoul, South Korea
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
Seoul, South Korea
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
Websites
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