Kingsley Tsang
Richmond,BC
Summary
Seeking: Secondary English & History teaching Positions
Offering strong foundation in education and personal development, eager to learn and grow in the field of post-secondary education. Brings foundational understanding of cross-cultural and cross discipline communication as well as the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs. Ready to use and develop teaching and communication skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Homeroom & Life Skills Teacher
SMIC School
08.2018 - Current
- Taught pre-AP literature and history to highly motivated students.
- Experienced in High school pastoral management.
- Implement WASC and CNC life skills and child-safety policies as a member of high school child protection and pastoral care task force: manage and implement.
- Championed vision of academic excellence for enhanced student engagement and achievement.
- Implemented comprehensive assessment strategy to align curriculum goals with student learning outcomes.
Primary and Secondary CCSS/ IGCSE Subject Teacher
SMIC School
08.2005 - Current
- Teach Common Core English Language Arts to G1 to 9 students.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
- Ensured alignment between lesson objectives, instructional materials, and assessments through careful planning and ongoing review of curriculum materials.
Director of Studies, Elementary School ELA
SMIC School
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Responsible for admission and testing, budget planning, parents management, pastoral care, staff training and evaluation, and curriculum development.
- Mentored new teachers to ensure smooth transition into their roles and improve retention rates within the institution.
- Established a strong school culture focused on high expectations, collaboration, and continuous improvement, which led to enhanced student achievement.
Director, SMIC ESL Summer Camp
SMIC School
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Oversaw operation of the camp
- Align with best practices in WASC and local government child-safety regulations to ensure students learn in a safe environment.
- Promoted inclusion among camp participants by creating specialized programming tailored to accommodate varying abilities or interests of individual attendees.
High School Teacher
Shanghai East Century School
09.2003 - 07.2005
- Taught IGCSE History, IELTS; High school English Language Arts.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Work with expat teachers and local administrators to enhance communications.
Oral English Teacher (Part-time)
Soong Qingling Kindergarten
08.2005 - 08.2005
- Increase local students' engagement level with ESL learning.
- Serving as a mentor to local teachers on effective ESL strategies.
Teacher Trainer (part-time)
Pudong Educational Institute
12.2004 - 06.2005
- Conducted ongoing assessments of training effectiveness to ensure alignment with educational goals and teacher performance improvement.
- Developed tailored professional development workshops, enhancing instructional strategies and classroom management skills.
Education
IB Educator Certificate - IBDP
University of Windsor
07-2025
Teacher Training Program -
Moreland University
Washington, D.C.07-2022
Master in Education - Curriculum Design and Leadership
University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma07-2010
Master of Arts - Modern Chinese History
University of British Columbia, History Department
Vancouver, BC07-2002
Bachelor in Arts - History, Asian Studies
University of British Columbia, History Department
Vancouver, BC07-2000
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Staff management
- Relationship building
Seeking - Position
Secondary English & History teaching Positions
Certification
- Washington, DC Teaching Certificate, Expired, 11/01/26, English G7-12
- QTS, middle school English (TRN: 2240457), 01/01/23
- Certificate in TEFL, 08/01/06
Personal Information
- Canadian citizen
- Dual citizenship with Hong Kong (China)
Hobbies and Interests
Reading Historical non-fiction, Science fiction, Traveling China, Taiwan, Singapore, USA, Japan, Coach, USAP, Top 10 ranking for students in individual and team performance, China round, Best new coach award, Supervising Teacher, Shanghai private schools charity project, Students provide volunteer services and visits to Shanghai disability ward, Fund raising for students in need rural area in western and southwestern China, Students-driven initiative to coordinate charity events in multiple private schools, Students-driven event planning and coordination in real-world setting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Timeline
High School Homeroom & Life Skills Teacher
SMIC School
08.2018 - Current
Director of Studies, Elementary School ELA
SMIC School
08.2015 - 08.2018
Director, SMIC ESL Summer Camp
SMIC School
08.2011 - 08.2016
Primary and Secondary CCSS/ IGCSE Subject Teacher
SMIC School
08.2005 - Current
Oral English Teacher (Part-time)
Soong Qingling Kindergarten
08.2005 - 08.2005
Teacher Trainer (part-time)
Pudong Educational Institute
12.2004 - 06.2005
High School Teacher
Shanghai East Century School
09.2003 - 07.2005
IB Educator Certificate - IBDP
University of Windsor
Teacher Training Program -
Moreland University
Master in Education - Curriculum Design and Leadership
University of Oklahoma
Master of Arts - Modern Chinese History
University of British Columbia, History Department
Bachelor in Arts - History, Asian Studies
University of British Columbia, History Department
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