REsume - S. Koh

SUZY KOH
5821 Dalebrook Cres. Mississauga, ON, L5M 5R8
[email protected]
647-302-6425
EDUCATION
2013 - Present
2008 - 2012
Bachelor of Education, Intermediate/Senior – Science and Economics
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
Related Studies: Anti-Racism Education – Dr. Arlo Kempf
Honours Bachelor of Science- Biochemistry & Biochemical Sciences
McMaster University, Hamilton, ON
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
April 2014
Teacher Candidate – Student Success Center, Special Education Department
Internship confirmed, Craig Kielburger Secondary School, Milton, ON
2013 - Present
Tutor, grade 5 and grade 7 math
Burlington, ON
 Instruct students in math using individualized lessons to develop specific
numeracy skills (e.g. measurement, calculation, data analysis) and
mathematical knowledge according to the Ontario curriculum
2014 - Present
Teacher Candidate, Grade 9 Science, and Grade 10 Science
Practicum, Meadowvale Secondary School, Mississauga, ON
 Taught classes with differentiated instructions to support students at a wide
range of academic levels by recognizing individuals’ IEPs, strengths, and
interests
 Educated students using collaborative activities and technology literacy
2012 - Present
Sarang Ministry Teacher
Light Presbyterian Church, Mississauga, ON
 Lead activities such as crafts, dance, singing, picnics, and retreats for 17
individuals with special needs from age 10 to 40 in a team of 25 teachers
 Develop and co-ordinate annual performances such as black-light
(performance in the dark using UV lights to music) to contribute to the wider
community and create a stronger sense of confidence for the students
Oct - Nov 2013
Teacher Candidate, Grade 9 Science (MYP), and Grade 12 Biology (IB)
Practicum, Turner Fenton Secondary School, Brampton, ON
 Implemented various types of 21st C learning; activity-based learning, critical
thinking, and cooperative education to aid effective learning
 Analyzed pedagogy critically based on feedback from students and teachers
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
2013 - Present
Class Representative
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
 Promote participation in workshops, formal, and sports
 Raise awareness of opportunities and rights available as an OISE student such
as OSSTF discounts and dental and health insurance plan
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SUZY KOH
5821 Dalebrook Cres. Mississauga, ON, L5M 5R8
2013 - Present
2014
[email protected]
647-302-6425
Member of OISE Equity and Positive Space Committee: ‘Breaking Boundaries’
Garth Webb Secondary School, Oakville, ON
DECA Provincial (Ontario) Judge – Apparel and Accessories Marketing
2011 - 2012
President
McMaster Academia of Korean-Canadians and Korean Student Association
(MAKC-KSA), McMaster University, Hamilton, ON
 Dedicated as a representative of 20 executive members, and approximately
150 students members in the Korean community
 Worked collaboratively with the executive members to organize and direct
club events such as extracurricular night, professional graduate information
night, field events, and freshmen orientation training to enhance student life
experiences
2010 - 2011
Mentorship Program Coordinator
McMaster Academia of Korean-Canadians and Korean Student Association
(MAKC-KSA), McMaster University, Hamilton, ON
 Designed and facilitated academic events/workshops including study nights
and survival 101
 Educated selected mentors to provide structured guidance and accessible
resources for the mentees (first-year students)
Summer 2011
Summer Support Worker
Hamilton and District Extend A Family (EAF), Hamilton, ON
 Created activity schedules and led personal support for children of ages 6 to
17 who have various complications of mental and physical disabilities
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
INFLUENTIAL ASSETS
2013-2014
Technology: Competent in
 Gordon Cressy Leadership Award Nominee
working with Microsoft
 Education for Peace and Justice: Action for Safe and Equitable
Word, Microsoft Excel,
Classrooms, Schools, and Communities (3 sessions)
Microsoft PowerPoint,
 Tribes Secondary Teacher Training – Karen Sheppard
Prezi, Google Drive,
 An Introduction to a Curriculum Embedded Approach to
Dropbox, Smore, and
Nurturing Critical Thinking – G. Gini-Newman
Smartboard
 Film for in-class and Co-curricular Student Learning – David Hayes Language: Fluent in
 If Cooperative Learning is the Answer, What is the Question –
speaking, writing, and
John Myers
reading in Korean
 Unit Planning and Assessment in Science: Through the STSE’s (2
Music: Possess Gr.8 level
parts)
piano skills, certified by the
 Financial Literacy Workshop
Royal Conservatory of
 Aboriginal Education Workshop – Angela and John
Music
 Equity, Gender Issues Workshop – J Wallace, Karamjit SanghaSafety: Retain Red Cross
Bosland
First Aid Certificate level C
 Building Futures Workshop – Ontario Ministry of Education
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