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MABUHAY! 환영합니다!

Welcome!

My name is Kathrine Dela Cruz

I'm a Learning Experience Designer and an experienced Educator. 

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I have worked in diverse educational environments from early childhood to upper elementary to language education and have a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. 

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This website is a portfolio of my work. If you require effective and engaging learning experiences or wish to collaborate, feel free to contact me!

    Portrait of Kathrine, the Learning Designer
    Learning Together

    "Tell me and I forget.

     Teach me and I remember.

     Involve me and I learn."

    - Chinese Proverb

    My Experiences

    Check out my professional and academic history to learn more about my experience and career milestones. Throughout the years, I’ve developed critical skills that have led to professional and personal growth. For more information about my work or to discuss a collaboration, simply get in touch or connect with me on Linkedin.

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    Education & CERTIFICATES

    MSc in Learning Design & Technology 

    University of Maryland Global Campus

    Early Childhood Education, Diploma 

    Seneca Polytechnic

    Bachelors of Art, Honours 

    University of Toronto - St. George Campus

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    Learn HTML Certificate

    Codecademy, November 2021

    Introduction to Instructional Design Certificate

    Udemy, October 2021

    TEFL Certificate 

    OISE, University of Toronto, 2015

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    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

    Guest English Teacher, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

    • Planned and implemented English language-based learning experiences to supplement the South Korean English education curriculum for grades 3 to 6

    • Conducted yearly summer and winter English learning experiences and holiday-based activities to expose learners to authentic English and cultures around the world

    • Created and/or enhanced learning materials to suit students' language abilities and interests

    • Assessed learner performance through evaluations and managed academic records to inform instruction

    EPIK Native English Teacher, Sejong City, South Korea

    • Collaborated with Korean English Teachers to deliver English-based learning experiences aligned with the South Korean English education standards to grades 3 to 6

    • Conducted yearly summer and winter English learning experiences and holiday-based activities to expose learners to authentic English, increase language proficiency and cultural understanding.

    • Developed and implemented an afterschool English program for grades 1 to 2 learners to increase interest in English and expose learners to authentic English.

    • Created and/or enhanced learning materials to suit students' language abilities and interests

    Assistant Instructor, Kumon

    • Assessed learners' Math & Reading proficiency and eligibility into the Kumon program

    • Conducted training for new hires

    • Executed accurate data entry to inform lesson planning and personalize learning pathways for learners.

    • Liaised with clients (parents) to discuss learner performance, and answer inquiries reg'arding Kumon.

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