Summary
Education
Overview
Work History
Skills
Awards
Certification
Sailing - navigation and chart reading, gardening
Timeline
KELLY MALONE

KELLY MALONE

Lecturer / Teacher
Hong Kong

Summary

With a strong background in education, I offer expertise in curriculum development, staff and course management, as well as lecturing. The research for my PhD focused on pushing the boundaries of pedagogy through practice-led approaches. I have successfully taught English literature, creative writing, and language skills in both secondary and tertiary sectors, incorporating critical thinking skills. I am well-versed in the New Zealand Curriculum and the Hong Kong Curriculum, staying up-to-date with the latest initiatives in education. Throughout my diverse roles, I have gained extensive teaching experience in both tertiary and secondary sectors. Additionally, I have served in advisory and development roles, presented at conferences and published creative writing and academic papers. Recently, I expanded my teaching horizons to the secondary sector in Hong Kong. China has truly become a second home to me.

Education

Ph.D. - English Literature

University of Newcastle, NSW, Australia
04-2022


  • Australian Post Graduate Award. (APA), 2015, from the University of Newcastle, NSW.
  • Research Training Programme (RTP) Scheme PhD Place, 2016-2017 from University of Newcastle, NSW.
  • Thesis Statement: The Act of Writing in Coni Text.

My research led me to closely consider notions of writing, its materiality and action, and how these aspects transact as interventional spaces in any given performance writing approach. These ideas which emerged through the field of Performance Writing were contrasted and further examined against other practitioners and relevant fields such as asemic writing and concrete / visual poetry. https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/250747262


  • The creative component of this thesis is held in the digital archive, www.conitext.com.

Master of Arts - English Literature

The University of Auckland , New Zealand
  • Degree Awarded with First Class Honours.

Master of Arts - Creative Writing

University of Auckland , New Zealand
  • Degree Awarded with First Class Honours.

Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) -

The University of Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - English

University of Auckland, New Zealand
  • Degree Awarded with Honours.

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Auckland , New Zealand

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NET Secondary School Teacher

Po Leung Kuk Ma Kam Ming College
08.2024 - Current
  • Teaching Forms 1-4; setting and marking exams; helping Form 6 students prepare for HKDSE Paper 4, Speaking.
  • Creation of study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
  • Boosting students' critical thinking skills through group discussions.
  • Distributing and collecting classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes, and tests.
  • Using computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
  • Addressing consistent behavior problems with students, parents and senior staff.

NET Secondary Teacher

St Paul’s School
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Taught General English Form 1; Literature in English Form 1; Literature Coordinator; Academic Writing, Form 4; Form 2, 5, and 6 Oral communication skills.
  • Developed and taught an academic writing course in preparation for HKDSE.
  • Set and marked Form 1 exams in General English, and Literature.
  • Planned, developed, and taught Form 2 Oral curricula in alignment with the Form 2 General English course.
  • Graded and marked quizzes, tests, homework, and writing projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Enhanced student engagement and critical thinking skills by implementing interactive learning strategies and technology in classroom.

NET Secondary Teacher

CCC Chuen Yuen College
08.2018 - 08.2022
  • Taught English Speaking for Form 1-4 and set speaking exams.
  • Developed a literature enrichment course for elite Form 4 students with foci on critical reading and creative understanding.
  • Refurbished the Language Corner and conducted various activities.
  • Taught debating skills: guided students in researching structuring and presenting their debate case. Teams were entered into HKSSDC.
  • Adjudicated debates for HKSSDC.
  • Created a drama group, and a writing group. Students submitted their work into competitions (highly commended winners / runner-ups).
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.

Freelance Editor, and Proof Reader

Self Employed Writer
01.2009 - 08.2018
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
  • Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.

Convenor and Lecturer, Professional Teaching Fellow, Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Auckland
01.2011 - 01.2017

School of Humanities; English and Drama

  • Wrote and delivered lectures.
  • Organized tutorial materials based on lecture plans.
  • Set and marked exams.
  • Created online resources.
  • Kept careful records of students' grades.
  • Collaborated with teaching assistants (when convening) to create high calibre teaching content and pedagogical strategies.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
  • Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
  • Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Developed and delivered comprehensive curriculum in an English Bridging Course the University spearheaded that aligned with university standards and student learning outcomes.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.

Assessor and Teaching Advisor

Teach First NZ
09.2012 - 01.2015
  • Interviewer for assessing university graduates and professionals for secondary school teaching positions during the Assessment Centre days.
  • Worked alongside the Teach First NZ team to align assessment evaluation with the Teach First values and competency framework.
  • Advised and gave feedback to teacher trainees during the Summer Initial Intensive.

Interviewer, Faculty of Education

University of Auckland
12.2009 - 01.2015
  • Assessed university graduate applicants for secondary school teacher training.
  • Consulted with an interview panel on appointments of graduates.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Massey University
01.2011 - 11.2012

College of Humanities and Social Sciences; School of English and Media

  • Taught tutorials from Stage 1 to 3.
  • Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance throughout the semester.
  • Conducted office hours for supplemental tutoring sessions, helping students understand complex concepts more clearly.

English Secondary School Classroom Teacher

Northcote College
07.2003 - 12.2009
  • Taught ages 13—18 (Years 9—13 NZ curriculum) including, NCEA Levels 1—3 (Years 11-13) and Scholarship (Year 13).
  • Extensive professional development in Gifted and Talented students' learning.
  • Internal moderation for NCEA.
  • NZQA marker.
  • Organised and ran an extracurricular group, Philosophy for Children.
  • Published teaching module in English in Aotearoa
  • Presented at AATEL conference.
  • Delivered weekly Scholarship tutorials.
  • Arranged writers to visit the school to talk with the students.
  • Judged student writing competitions.
  • Supported and assisted student teacher trainees.

English Secondary School Classroom Teacher

Auckland Girls’ Grammar
02.2003 - 07.2003
  • Taught ages 13—17 (Years 9—12 NZ curriculum) including English NCEA Levels 1—2 and Media Unit Standards Level 2.
  • Developed a media module for a Unit Standard.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.

Skills

Critical Problem Solving

Awards

  • Finalist Biennial Leslie Scalapino Award for Innovation Women Performance Writers
  • APA Commonwealth Scholarship, University of Newcastle
  • Research Training Scheme PhD place, University of Newcastle

Certification

Boatmaster Certificate

Sailing - navigation and chart reading, gardening

I proudly own a yacht berthed at Waikawa Marina in the stunning Marlborough Sounds of New Zealand. To be a responsible sailor, it’s essential to master the art of reading nautical charts and navigating without reliance on GPS or other navigational equipment. Additionally, I have an acre of land in a quaint rural community in the heart of the North Island, where I graze a few goats and am in the process of planting trees whenever I return to New Zealand.

Timeline

NET Secondary School Teacher - Po Leung Kuk Ma Kam Ming College
08.2024 - Current

Boatmaster Certificate

08-2023
NET Secondary Teacher - St Paul’s School
08.2022 - 08.2024
NET Secondary Teacher - CCC Chuen Yuen College
08.2018 - 08.2022
Assessor and Teaching Advisor - Teach First NZ
09.2012 - 01.2015
Convenor and Lecturer, Professional Teaching Fellow, Graduate Teaching Assistant - University of Auckland
01.2011 - 01.2017
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Massey University
01.2011 - 11.2012
Interviewer, Faculty of Education - University of Auckland
12.2009 - 01.2015
Freelance Editor, and Proof Reader - Self Employed Writer
01.2009 - 08.2018
English Secondary School Classroom Teacher - Northcote College
07.2003 - 12.2009
English Secondary School Classroom Teacher - Auckland Girls’ Grammar
02.2003 - 07.2003
University of Newcastle, NSW - Ph.D., English Literature
The University of Auckland - Master of Arts, English Literature
University of Auckland - Master of Arts, Creative Writing
The University of Auckland - Diploma of Teaching (Secondary),
University of Auckland - Bachelor of Arts (Honours), English
University of Auckland - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
KELLY MALONELecturer / Teacher