MICHELLE  WANG
michelle.yr.wang@gmail.com, 647-330-6880 (day & evening)
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CURRICULUM  VITAE

 

SUMMARY OF STRENGTHS

    Strong leadership skills and curriculum building experiences as a camp program coordinator
    Acquired professional teaching skills differentiated for students with diverse learning styles and special needs
      from exposure to gifted, special education and students at various levels
    Time management, active listening and counseling skills demonstrated from residence don
    Promoted and inspired students to engage in life-long learning through creative inquiry, reflective practices and
      self-directed education from teaching practicum
    Self-motivated, goal-oriented, enthusiastic, responsible, innovative, dedicated, open-minded

EDUCATION

    Masters of Education, Curriculum Studies and Teacher Development  2011-2013
    Ontario Institute of Studies in Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON  
    Bachelor of Education (Concurrent) Intermediate/Senior: Biology, Visual Art   April 2011
    Queen’s University, Kingston, ON  
    Focus and Foundation courses: School Leadership and Psychology of Learning Problems  
    Action-based research project: Sustainable learning through self-assessment  
    Bachelor of Science (Honours) with Distinction, Major: Biology  ( View )  2010
    Queen’s University, Kingston, ON  
    Focus and Foundation courses: School Leadership and Psychology of Learning Problems  
    Action-based research project: Sustainable learning through self-assessment  
    Ontario Secondary School Diploma, Ontario Scholar   ( View )  2006
    Arts York Fine Art Focus Program Certificate (4 Years) ( View ) 2006
    Unionville High School, Markham, ON  

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

    Dean’s Honour List, Queen’s University     2007 - 2010
    Helen Arlis Denyes Scholarship for recognized academic excellence in Biology 2009
    J.E. Hawley Memorial Scholarship in Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering
    		2007
    Queen’s Golden Tam Award for Best Fashion Design ( View ) 2007
    Canada Millennium Excellence Award ( View ) 2006
    Queen’s University Excellence Scholarship and Entrance Awards ( View ) 2006
    York Region District School Board Academic Excellence Award ( View ) 2006

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

    Educational Researcher and Classroom Assistant 2011 -Present
    Institute of Child Study, University of Toronto, ON (Partime)
    Assisted in elementary classrooms from nursery to grade 6 and art classes  
    Directed classroom interactions and lessons and to be involved in action research in classrooms  
    Visual Art Teacher   2010 - 2011
    LaSalle Secondary School, Kingston, ON (12 weeks)
    Designed and implemented five unit plans and summative projects in Grade 10 & 11 art classes See Details
    Guided students on individual development of creative and analytical skills  
    Active school community involvement: staff meetings and professional development days  
    Conducted action-research project through analysis of student work and constructive feedback  
    Biology Teacher  2010 - 2011
    LaSalle Secondary School, Kingston, ON (8 weeks)
    Prepared and instructed Grade 11 and 12 University Biology classes and lab sessions See Details
    Extracurricular contribution included art council, environmental club and school events  
    Visual Art Teacher  2009
    Pierre Elliot Trudeau High School, Markham, ON (3 weeks)
    Developed sequence of lessons and demonstrations and assisted in two art field trips See Details
    Worked and organized art lesson activities for special education students  
    Supervised and participated in the school Annual Charity Fashion Show  
    Biology, General Science & Visual Art (Focus Program) Teacher  2008
    Unionville High School, Unionville, ON (3 weeks)
    Created lessons and activities for Grade 11 University Biology, Grade 10 Essential Science, See Details
      Grade 9 Art, Grade 9 Applied and Academic Science  
    Directed animal dissections, lab activities and creative art productions  
    Explored effective teaching and learning strategies for students at diverse levels of development  
    Grade 6 & 7 Teacher (Gifted Programs)  2007
    William Berczy Public School, Unionville, ON (2 weeks)
    Conducted interactive lessons on various subjects including social sciences, visual art, See Details
      history, math, science, and English and formulated accommodations and modifications  
    Assisted in classroom routines and promoted character development education  
    Mentored gifted students and students with learning disabilities  
    Inspired and facilitated in Sick Kids fundraiser at the school  

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCES

    Research Assistant (Department of Human Development and Applied Psychology) 2011 - Presen
    Faculty of Education, Ontario Institute of Studies in Education, University of Toronto (Partime)
    Involved in conducting education/developmental research to test 6- to 8-year-old  
     

    children on computer-based programs to improve their theory of mind and perspective-taking
    Science and Engineering Explorations Program Coordinator (Paid)     2008 - 2010
    York University, North York, ON (12 months, full-time)
    Designed and implemented a highly interactive, educational and fun science and engineering See Details
      curriculum for children ages 8-14 to inspire discovery and experiential learning    
    Supervised the overall camp operations and staff team consisting of instructors and volunteers
    		 
    Collaborated workshops with faculty members, research labs, Rover Team and Observatory  
    Interacted and accommodated students with special needs, learning disability and at-risk  
    Mindfind Science Tutor (Paid)  2008 - 2009
    Queen’s University, Kingston, ON (2 months, part-time)
    Provided guidance for understanding knowledge, applying skills and problem solving  
    Conducted interactive one-on-one tutoring sessions and supported with strategic learning    
    Fine Arts Instructor (Volunteer)   2007 - 2008
    Expressions Art Program, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON (2 months, part-time)
    Planned fine art lessons and workshops on various topics including painting, drawing,    
      fashion design, photography and life drawing both full-class and one-on-one    
    Focused both on traditional mastery of skills and postmodern conceptual art    

LEADERSHIP AND GUIDANCE EXPERIENCE

    Residence Senior Don-Chown & Victoria Hall (Paid)     2009 - 2011
    Residence Life, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON (17 months, part-time)
    Worked as a student advisor, educator and resource to residents through peer helping,
    		See Details
      educational programmings and maintenance of community standards    
    Promoted positive, respectful and inclusive living and learning community environment
    		 
      while supported students on personal, academic and social development  
    House President - Adelaide & Ban Righ Hall (Paid)    2008 - 2009
    Main Campus Residence Council, Queen’s University, Kingston, , ON (8 months, part-time)
    Created high quality building events such as canned food drive and diversity festival See Details
    Enhanced and promoted inter-room, inter-floor and inter-building interactions and    
     

    authentic relationships, while maintained a sense of independence and individuality

    		   
    Peer Career Educator (Volunteer)    2009 - 2010
    Career Services, Queen’s University, Kingston, , ON (8 mths, part-time)
    Provided career support and educational assistance for personal and professional development    
    Presented outreach workshops to guide students in resume, cover letter an interview skills      
    Discipline Facilitator-Chown Hall (Paid)    2007 - 2008
    Main Campus Residence Council, Queen’s University, Kingston, , ON (8 months, part-time)
    Upheld community standards and assisted in community development in residence See Details
    Conducted individual interviews with respondents and demonstrated excellent    
     

    communication skills, effective listening skills and peer helping skills

    		   

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

    OACUHO Rooted Residence Life Conference, Queen’s University (Presenter)   (3 days) 2011
    Workshops: Gossipholics Uprooted from a Psychosocial Perspective  
    Professional Development Days, LaSalle Secondary School (Participant)  (2 days) 2010
    Learning goals, Specific departmental strategies, Multiple Subject Instructional Period    
    Workshops: Character Education and Citizenship, Teaching to the Creative Brain    
    Residences Don Training Program, Queen’s University (Participant)  (5 weeks) 2008-2011
    Training workshops include leadership, community development, diversity, communication
    		  
    Human Rights, community service learning, event planning and SafeTalk in suicide alertness  
    Camps Staff Training Program, York University (Participant) 2008 - 2010
    Conflict Mediation Certificate, Toronto Children’s Aid Society Training, Diversity Discussion  
    Quark Residence Life Conference, University of Guelph (Participant)  (3 days) 2010
    Workshops: Creative environmental programming, inclusivity, positive infectious    
      attitude development, student developmental theories    
    Science Rendezvous, Markham, ON (Presenter) 2009, 2010
    Demonstrated fun and interactive science and engaged the general public    

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

    Co-President, Promotions Coordinator (Volunteer) 2007 - 2009
    The Chat Program, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON  (8 months, part-time)
    Organized a team of passionate members towards promoting language diversity on campus
    Developed language-learning classes and embraced diversity and multicultural awareness
    Fashion Designer-Project Red Charity Fashion Show (Volunteer)   2007 - 2009
    Queen’s University, Kingston, ON  (8 months, part-time)
    Learning goals, Specific departmental strategies, Multiple Subject Instructional Period    
    Workshops: Character Education and Citizenship, Teaching to the Creative Brain    
    Queen’s Dance Club (Participant)    2008 - 2010
    Queen’s University, Kingston, ON  (20 months, part-time)
    Participated in the ballet and hip pop programs and performed in large-scale recitals    
    Co-President, Eco-Action Environmental Club (Volunteer)    2005 - 2006
    Unionville High School, Unionville, ON  (10 months, part-time)
    Directed and organized proactive environmental activities such as school recycling, International  
      walk-to-school week, clothing drive for sweatshop liberation, group theatre performances  
    Supported team members and demonstrated leadership, communication and teamwork skills  
    Library Adviser (Volunteer)   2004 - 2006
    Unionville High School, Unionville, ON  (16 months, part-time)
    Provided as a resource for all students and staff and helped the overall organization and  
      circulations of library books and files.    

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

    Red Cross Standard First Aid + CPR-C + AED 2010
    Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
    		 2010
    Mental Health First Aid Certificate, Queen’s University 2010
    Intercultural Program Certificate, International Center, Queen’s University  2010
    Lifesaving Society Anaphylaxis Rescuer 2008

SKILLS AND INTERESTS

    Computer Skills: Adobe Photoshop CS4, Dreamweaver CS4, Illustration and Microsoft Office
    Arts: fashion design, web design, environmental art, modern art, portraiture, ballet dance, hip-pop,
      modern, playing piano, flute, singing and dramatic arts
    Athletics: Swimming, skating, running, badminton, biking and martial arts

    ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES UPON REQUEST

 

     

 

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