SungAe Sophia Kim
Annandale,VA
Summary
School Teacher with many years of experience in education, curriculum development, and program design; strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience teaching and working in China and Japan, in multicultural settings.
Experienced with creating nurturing and effective learning environment for second-grade students. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to engage students and promote academic growth. Knowledge of effective classroom management and curriculum development ensures productive and positive educational experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Pianist/Organist
St. Ann Catholic Church
Arlington, VA
02.2016 - Current
- Provide accompaniment for weekend Mass, weddings, and funerals
- Attend weekly choir rehearsals
- Collaborate with the music director to deliver a successful Mass.
- Provide accompaniment for special masses, Easter, New Year, and Christmas
- Part time Church
6th Grade Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2019 - 06.2021
5th Grade Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Gifted Education Teacher
Willow Springs Elementary School
01.2018 - 06.2018
- 5th grade AAP teacher
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Fox Mill Elementary School
11.2017 - 01.2018
- 3rd grade teacher
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Fairfax Villa Elementary School
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Preschool teacher
Middle School Japanese Teacher
Charles Wright Academy
Tacoma, WA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Create and implement Japanese language and culture curriculum for the school.
- Differentiate instructions according to the levels and needs of students.
- Teach After School Japanese language program to Lower School Students.
Elementary School Japanese and Music Teacher
Annie Wright School
Tacoma, WA
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Create and implement Japanese language and culture curriculum for the school.
- Differentiate instructions according to the levels and needs of students.
- Use online tools to interact and communicate with students and parents.
Beanstalk International Bilingual School
Beijing, China
01.2008 - 01.2009
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
International School of the Sacred Heart
Tokyo, Japan
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Taught for K-4 classroom with preparation and supervision of children. Led classroom activities.
- Performed liaison duties for teacher, students, and parents.
Education
MA - Education
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA01-2008
BA - Music - Emphasis in Piano Pedagogy
Washington State University
Pullman, WA01-1995
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson plan development
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
Commonwealth of Virginia POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL LICENSE Elementary Education, ESOL, Effective July 1, 2019- June 30, 2029
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Professional Working
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
6th Grade Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2019 - 06.2021
5th Grade Teacher
Greenbriar East Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Gifted Education Teacher
Willow Springs Elementary School
01.2018 - 06.2018
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Fox Mill Elementary School
11.2017 - 01.2018
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Fairfax Villa Elementary School
09.2017 - 11.2017
Pianist/Organist
St. Ann Catholic Church
02.2016 - Current
Middle School Japanese Teacher
Charles Wright Academy
01.2013 - 01.2014
Elementary School Japanese and Music Teacher
Annie Wright School
01.2009 - 01.2012
Beanstalk International Bilingual School
01.2008 - 01.2009
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
International School of the Sacred Heart
01.2001 - 01.2007
BA - Music - Emphasis in Piano Pedagogy
Washington State University
MA - Education
Pacific Lutheran University