Samantha Magramo
University Student - Majoring in Information and Communication Technology Education
Hong Kong
Summary
Final-year university student and aspiring educator with leadership experience and a passion for inspiring elementary and middle school students in STEM and performing arts. Experienced in working with children for 3+ years across both disciplines and crafting lessons that effectively kindle enthusiasm for coding, computational thinking, and digital innovation among primary and secondary school students. Equally capable of nurturing students' creativity and artistic expression through dynamic dance instruction of diverse age range. Adeptly tailors learning experiences to cultivate 21st-century skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative leadership. Committed to continual learning to meet the evolving needs of students. Driven to develop innovative, multidisciplinary programs that ignite a love for either STEM or the arts.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Playgroup Dance Instructor
Dance For Joy HK
08.2023 - Current
- Develop and lead engaging, movement-focused activities for toddlers aged 1-2 years old in "Move and Play" playgroup classes
- Use age-appropriate music, props, and teaching methods to encourage gross motor skill development, body awareness, and sensory exploration
- Create a warm, nurturing environment that fosters love of movement in young children
Work closely with parents/caregivers to ensure a positive experience for both children and adults - Design and lead dynamic, game-based dance and movement classes for preschool-aged children (3-5 years old) in movement-based "Kindy Jazz" classes
- Incorporate elements of imaginative play, storytelling, and music to capture attention and enthusiasm of young students
Practising ICT Teacher
Christian Alliance Cheng Wing Gee College
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to teach Form 2 students the fundamentals of visual programming and mobile app development using MIT App Inventor 2, aligned with the CoolThink@JC Pedagogy & Curriculum
- Assisted D&T teachers, ICT teachers and students in STEM year-end project which combined technologies such as Arduino, 3D printing, and laser-cutting
STEMex Coding Instructor
STEMex Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Guided primary and middle school students through quick hands-on, project-based learning with LEGO WeDo 2.0 kits
- Taught block coding and basic app development using MIT App Inventor 2
- Facilitated another block coding course through learning Minecraft Java to teach elementary-aged students basic programming principles
- Provided parents with regular progress reports, offering detailed feedback on their child's coding skill development, computational thinking abilities and overall student performance
Education
Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Secondary) - Information And Communication Technology
The Education University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Tai Po 09.2020 - Current
Secondary Education -
HKMA David Li Kwok Po College
Hong Kong 09.2014 - 07.2020
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Class Management
Leadership Qualities
Interpersonal Skills
Affiliations
Astréas HKU
Head of Dance Department
Astréas is a student-led expressive arts organization formally recognized and supported by both HKU Common Core and HKU CEDARS
The Four expressive art departments are Theatre, Dance, Music, and Fine Arts & Literature.
Responsibilities:
- Hosting workshops on different categories of dance
- Creating choreography for the workshops and performances
- Directing students, and communicating with event managers for performance preparations for external shows outside of Hong Kong University
- Collaborating with other creative heads from HKU in the society or other organisations for upcoming performances
Timeline
Playgroup Dance Instructor
Dance For Joy HK
08.2023 - Current
Practising ICT Teacher
Christian Alliance Cheng Wing Gee College
03.2023 - 05.2023
STEMex Coding Instructor
STEMex Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Secondary) - Information And Communication Technology
The Education University of Hong Kong
09.2020 - Current
Secondary Education -
HKMA David Li Kwok Po College
09.2014 - 07.2020
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