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Khor Kai Xuan

Khor Kai Xuan

Educator
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Summary

Quality-driven editor with exceptional attention to detail and a proven ability to meet stringent deadlines. Experienced in coordinating, assembling, and quality-checking educational content. Compassionate English and Early Childhood Educator with a natural talent for inspiring and engaging students. Seeking a challenging role in education and teaching, dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment and making a meaningful impact on student development. A strong team player who is helpful, open-minded, and caring.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

English Educator (Part Time)

MHO English Workshop
05.2022 - Current
  • Supported English language learners with specialized instruction tailored to their unique needs, promoting language development alongside content mastery.
  • Evaluated over 20 students learning through ongoing assessments such as questions, quizzes etc.
  • Incorporated diverse materials and resources into lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management practices.
  • Expanded over 20 students' vocabulary knowledge through targeted word study activities, improving reading comprehension levels across the board.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.

Editor

Tavis Sdn Bhd
10.2021 - 12.2024

Editorial Academics:

  • Led Content Development and Management: Directed the end-to-end content creation process, ensuring seamless integration within backend systems and delivering high-quality educational resources aligned with curriculum standards (KSSM).
  • Aligned Educational Content with National Standards: Spearheaded the development of content for secondary-level subjects, ensuring strict adherence to KSSM guidelines and enhancing the overall quality and relevance of educational materials.
  • Engineered Robust Content Systems: Designed and implemented a scalable content management system that ensured consistency, quality, and adaptability across multiple subjects and grade levels.
  • Created and Optimized Tavis Rubric and Scheduling Systems: Developed the Tavis Rubric System to maintain KSSM alignment and an efficient scheduling system for live classes, improving quality assurance and operational flow.
  • Built Advanced Question Banks Using Coding Skills: Leveraged coding expertise in Chat-GPT and Python to generate over 1000+ comprehensive question banks aligned with DSKP standards, enhancing assessment quality.
  • Elevated Content Quality through Rigorous Review: Conducted thorough quality checks, content reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain and elevate high content standards.
  • Enhanced Teaching Methods through Data-Driven Insights: Collected and analyzed teaching data to identify improvement areas, providing strategic recommendations to enhance tutor effectiveness and student engagement.
  • Mentored and Managed Intern Teams: Guided and trained academic interns, fostering a culture of excellence and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, curriculum-aligned content.
  • Developed Engaging Communication and Marketing Content: Produced and distributed monthly newsletters and collaborated on impactful educational videos to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
  • Collaborative Environment: Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging open communication among editorial staff.

User Experience and App/Platform Development:

  • Conducted Targeted User Research: Led comprehensive user research initiatives to uncover key needs, behaviors, and trends of the Tavis app's target users, directly informing app design and feature development.
  • Optimized User Experience: Took charge of enhancing the Tavis app's user experience, driving improvements through iterative testing, user feedback, and strategic enhancements.
  • Managed Backend and Frontend Integrations: Oversaw backend management for precise information display and partnered with developers to ensure a seamless, functional, and up-to-date frontend.
  • Designed High-Impact Visual Content: Created compelling banners and managed in-app notifications for timely and effective communication of updates across the app and Telegram.
  • Streamlined Rewards Program Management: Effectively managed the app's Rewards section, overseeing student redemptions and ensuring smooth operation.
  • Innovated App Features and Functionalities: Researched and integrated new plugins to elevate app functionality and spearheaded the development of new features, including an advanced question bank system with solutions and answer steps.

Marketing:

  • Strategized and Executed High-Impact Events: Orchestrated major events like TikTok Live sessions, SPM Intensive classes, and festive dinners, driving high engagement and achieving significant participation.
  • Coordinated Complex Event Logistics: Led the preparation and logistics for school events and educational activities, ensuring flawless execution and enhancing participant experience.
  • Collaborated on High-Visibility Marketing Campaigns: Contributed to the creation and execution of impactful marketing videos and campaigns, enhancing brand visibility and resonance.

Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher

Sayfol International School
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Worked with Kindergarten 2 students (4 – 5 years old).
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Ensured all learning materials are ready and the cleanliness of the classroom.
  • Preparing learning materials such as worksheets, lesson activities for both online and physical classes.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Weekly meetings with the team (online and physical).
  • Observing and taking care of young children during break time or play time (physical).
  • Planned and implemented lessons (weekly and yearly plans) following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives for English, Mathematics and General Knowledge for both online and physical classes.
  • Created fun activities and experiments for young children to learn in the classroom according to the themes and contents.
  • Joining different events such as school trips, carnivals, performances, etc.
  • Decorated classrooms to ensure that the materials on the boards are relevant to the theme of the term or the week of the lesson.
  • Used learning platform (Zoom, Edmodo, Splashlearn, Seesaw, Twinkl) to send homework to students and share their works as well as the learning resources.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

Sayfol International School
04.2019 - 10.2019
  • Worked with Kindergarten 1 and 2 students (4-5 years old).
  • Assisted homeroom teachers in terms of managing the class and ensuring all learning materials are ready and the cleanliness of the classroom.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons (weekly and yearly plans) following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives for English, Mathematics and General Knowledge.
  • Decorated classrooms to ensure that the materials on the boards are relevant to the theme of the term or the week of the lesson.
  • Had weekly meetings with the team.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Created fun activities and experiments for young children to learn in the classroom according to the themes and contents.
  • Prepared educational materials to reinforce lesson content, aiding in better comprehension.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Monitored children behavior in classes, playground and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Joined different events such as school trips, carnivals, performances, etc.

Teaching Intern

Sayfol International School
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Worked with Year 2 students (7-8 years old).
  • Observed by lecturers and mentor and improved my skills based on the feedback given.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
  • Assisted mentor in terms of managing the class and ensuring all learning materials are ready and the cleanliness of the classroom.
  • Supported mentor for over 10 students by moving desks, straightening books and handing out lesson supplies.
  • Assisted mentor with homework and assignments.
  • Distributed and collected assignments and paperwork from students.
  • Partnered with mentor to plan and implement lessons (weekly and yearly plans) following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives for English, Mathematics and General Knowledge.
  • Decorated classrooms to ensure that the materials on the boards are relevant to the theme of the term or the week of the lesson.
  • Performed duties in school.
  • Improved student comprehension through the use of engaging visual aids and hands-on activities.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling students, helping them achieve academic success.
  • Joined different events such as school trips, carnivals, performances, etc.
  • Assisted in the preparation and execution of school-wide events, promoting a sense of community within the school.
  • Assisted extracurricular activities that allowed students to explore new interests outside of the classroom setting.

Education

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education

UNITAR International University
Kelana Jaya, Selangor
01.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Education - TESOL

The University of Nottingham Malaysia
Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia
04.2014 - 2019.07

High School -

SMK Taman Connaught
Taman Connaught, Kuala Lumpur
01.2009 - 2013.12

Skills

Microsoft Office

  • ChatGPT 40

  • Canva

  • Online Learning Tools: Kahoot!, Twinkl, Edmodo, Splashlearn, Seesaw, Zoom

  • Spelling mastery

  • Editing and proofreading

  • Lesson planning

  • Team collaboration

  • Classroom management

  • Audio-visual aid implementation

  • Positive reinforcement

Awards/Achievements

  • Most Improved Student Award - School of Education, The University of Nottingham Malaysia (2017-2018)
  • Awarded St. John Ambulance Flags Day
  • Awarded NGO Marching Competition State Level

Certification

Certified Participant, Early Childhood Educator Aspiration Programme (Saito University College)

Interests

Music

Entertainment

Languages

Sports

Hobbies

Playing piano

Singing

Watching dramas/movies

Learning new languages

Going to gym

Timeline

English Educator (Part Time)

MHO English Workshop
05.2022 - Current

Editor

Tavis Sdn Bhd
10.2021 - 12.2024

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education

UNITAR International University
01.2021 - 05.2024

Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher

Sayfol International School
01.2020 - 07.2021

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

Sayfol International School
04.2019 - 10.2019

Teaching Intern

Sayfol International School
08.2018 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Education - TESOL

The University of Nottingham Malaysia
04.2014 - 2019.07

High School -

SMK Taman Connaught
01.2009 - 2013.12
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