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Kathy Dang-Murga

Waipahu

Summary

Dedicated educator with over ten years of teaching experience, specializing in mathematics instruction. Passionate about creating engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences for students of all ages. Experienced classroom teacher turned Director, with expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, and student mentorship.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Director & Mathematics Instructor

GrowingIQ
02.2016 - Current
  • Supervise and mentor teachers in a collaborative learning environment
  • Hire, train, and support new staff members to ensure high-quality instruction
  • Develop and implement professional development opportunities for educators
  • Teach mathematics to students ages 3.5 to 10, fostering conceptual understanding through hands-on, inquiry-based learning

Mathematics Tutor (Ages 4–18)

Private Mathematics Tutor
- Current
  • Provide one-on-one tutoring in mathematics for students from early childhood through high school
  • Tailor lessons to individual student needs, reinforcing concepts and improving problem-solving skills

Fourth Grade Teacher

Queen Ka‘ahumanu Elementary School
02.2011 - 05.2017
  • Designed and delivered hands-on, inquiry-based lessons aligned with Hawaii state standards
  • Organized and coordinated school-wide events, including:
  • Speech Festival Co-Coordinator (2011–2014)
  • Spelling Bee Co-Coordinator (2013–2016)
  • Student Council Coordinator (2013–2017)

First Grade Teacher

Moanalua Elementary School
07.2008 - 01.2009
  • Developed and adapted curriculum to meet diverse student learning needs
  • Implemented hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences
  • Conducted parent conferences and designed student learning portfolios to track progress

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum and Teaching

Teachers College, Columbia University
New York, NY
02.2011

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education

University of Hawaii at Mānoa
Honolulu, HI
05.2008

Skills

  • Mathematics instruction
  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson planning
  • Teacher supervision
  • Professional development
  • Student mentorship
  • Academic coaching
  • Parent communication
  • Parent engagement
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Hands-on learning strategies

Timeline

Director & Mathematics Instructor

GrowingIQ
02.2016 - Current

Fourth Grade Teacher

Queen Ka‘ahumanu Elementary School
02.2011 - 05.2017

First Grade Teacher

Moanalua Elementary School
07.2008 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education

University of Hawaii at Mānoa

Mathematics Tutor (Ages 4–18)

Private Mathematics Tutor
- Current

Master of Arts - Curriculum and Teaching

Teachers College, Columbia University

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