Jenny Wang
Hamilton East,Waikato
Summary
Passionate and innovative Computer Science educator with 3 years of experience delivering engaging digital technologies curricula aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA standards. Adept at fostering computational thinking through hands-on projects in programming (Python, C++, Scratch, Html, CSS), robotics (Arduino), and cybersecurity. Proven success in designing cross-disciplinary units integrating mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) and real-world problem-solving, empowering students to thrive in a digital future. Committed to inclusive pedagogy, leveraging formative assessment and differentiated instruction to support diverse learners. Actively contribute to school-wide STEM initiatives and professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on AI literacy and ethical tech practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary School DIT Teacher
Cambridge High School
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Secondary School DIT Teacher
Rototuna Senior High School
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Secondary School DIT Teacher
St. John Colleges
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
Secondary School DIT Teacher
St. Paul College
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student computational thinking by implementing targeted Programming strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with mentors to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Micro-Intership
KAMP
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Met deadlines and achieved goals by delivering high-quality project deliverables, such as the Project Plan, Draft Report, and Final Report.
- Consistently achieved positive results in self and peer assessments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Education System - Math Teacher
Kumon Royal Oak Education Centre
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education
- Taught students building blocks of math, as well as advanced concepts and tricks to simplify processes
- Tracked student assignments, attendance, and test scores and entered them into online database to provide real-time progress monitoring.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
IT Technician
Epsom Girls Grammar School
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Performed maintenance tasks on PCs, networks and mobile devices
- Set up WiFi for students to use school network
- Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks
- Served at the internal helpdesk, accepting and resolving problems or delegating more severe issues to IT support specifics.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma of Education - Secondary Education
University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ11.2021
High School Diploma -
Epsom Girls Grammar School
Epsom, NZ11.2018
Skills
- Proficient in Python, familiarity with common data structures (chained lists, stacks, queues, binary trees, etc)；
- Proficient in using HTML, CSS, and Javascript to quickly build web applications；
- Time management abilities;
- Verbal Communication;
- Differentiated instruction;
- Teamwork and Collaboration;
- Lesson planning and Course;
- Self Motivation;
- Classroom management;
- Problem-solving abilities;
- Motivating students
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Japanese
Limited Working
Korean
Elementary
Timeline
Secondary School DIT Teacher
Cambridge High School
02.2025 - 04.2025
Secondary School DIT Teacher
Rototuna Senior High School
03.2024 - 07.2024
Secondary School DIT Teacher
St. John Colleges
09.2023 - 11.2023
Secondary School DIT Teacher
St. Paul College
03.2023 - 07.2023
Micro-Intership
KAMP
02.2021 - 03.2021
Education System - Math Teacher
Kumon Royal Oak Education Centre
06.2019 - 01.2020
IT Technician
Epsom Girls Grammar School
02.2017 - 08.2018
Postgraduate Diploma of Education - Secondary Education
University of Waikato
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Auckland
High School Diploma -
Epsom Girls Grammar School
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