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Melanie Ngai

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English and Chinese educator at Melanie Ngai Photography & Tutoring Services, pairing personalized lessons with photography-based learning materials.

Hong Kong
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At Melanie Ngai Photography & Tutoring Services, I deliver personalized English and Chinese lessons for students aged 6–20, focusing on grammar, writing, reading comprehension, and oral fluency. I use culturally relevant materials and photography-based visual aids to engage learners with different needs.

At Reader Ship Literacy School, I planned and delivered phonics-based literacy lessons for early learners, developing modules in phonics, reading comprehension, and creative writing. I also collaborated with local teachers to scaffold learning for mixed-ability groups.

Through my photography services, I create tailored photo shoots and provide photography and videography for families, weddings, events, and other clients. I also licensed event footage to TVB for broadcast, and 30% of my business came from repeat clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Educator & Creative Media Specialist

Melanie Ngai Photography & Tutoring Services

Sep 2012 - Present (14 years 1 month)

Delivers personalized English and Chinese lessons to students aged 6-20, integrating culturally relevant materials. Provides end-to-end photography and videography services for diverse clients, including family portraits, weddings, and events.

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Education Programmes Intern

Africa Centre Hong Kong

May 2021 - Aug 2021 (3 months)

Researched educational experiences of African-descent children in Hong Kong government schools for a collaborative project. Developed and delivered culturally responsive presentations on African culture and history.

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Charity Intern

Feeding Hong Kong

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)

Supported execution of annual charity survey and contributed to analysis of organizational standards and impact. Assisted in drafting and editing annual charity report.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The English Association logoTA

The English Association

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on teaching grammar through the Natural Curriculum.

British Council: Teaching English logoBE

British Council: Teaching English

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on knowing the subject: grammar and vocabulary.

English for Asia logoEA

English for Asia

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on writing with primary learners.

British Council: Teaching English logoBE

British Council: Teaching English

Conference Attendance, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Attended the South Asia TeachingEnglish Online Conference 2026.

The English Association logoTA

The English Association

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on language in English studies.

British Council: Teaching English logoBE

British Council: Teaching English

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on feedback that works: turning assessment into growth.

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Hong Kong Civil Service Bureau

Basic Law and Hong Kong National Security Law Test (BLNST), Law

Passed the Basic Law and Hong Kong National Security Law Test (BLNST).

Trinity College London logoTL

Trinity College London

Trinity CertTESOL (Level 5 RQF), Teaching English as a Second Language

Completed the Trinity CertTESOL (Level 5 RQF) certification, a 130-hour program including a Teaching Adult Learners module.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) logoRR

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

RCMP Criminal Record Check, Criminal Record Check

Obtained an RCMP Criminal Record Check, valid from August 2021 to August 2026.

English for Asia logoEA

English for Asia

Professional Development Course, Inclusive Education

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on inclusive teaching for communication and interaction needs.

Kahoot logoKA

Kahoot

Webinar, Educational Technology

2026 - 2026

Attended a Teacher Talks webinar on making learning stick.

British Council: IELTS logoBI

British Council: IELTS

Webinar, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Attended an IELTS Academic Listening Teachers' Webinar.

British Council: Teaching English logoBE

British Council: Teaching English

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on using AI to support reflection and autonomy in teacher education.

Simon Fraser University logoSU

Simon Fraser University

Bachelor of Education, Education

Activities and societies: Dean's Honour Roll (Summer 2023)

Completed coursework in the Bachelor of Education program, recognized on the Summer 2023 Term Dean's Honour Roll. Program was withdrawn.

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Hong Kong Police Force

Sexual Conviction Record Check, Criminal Record Check

Obtained a Sexual Conviction Record Check, valid from February 2025 to February 2028.

Kahoot logoKA

Kahoot

Webinar, Educational Technology

2026 - 2026

Attended a Teacher Talks webinar on playful practice.

Kahoot logoKA

Kahoot

Webinar, Educational Technology

2026 - 2026

Attended a Teacher Talks webinar on effective preparation.

British Council: IELTS logoBI

British Council: IELTS

Webinar, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Attended an IELTS Academic Reading Teachers' Webinar.

British Council: Teaching English logoBE

British Council: Teaching English

Professional Development Course, English Language Teaching

2026 - 2026

Completed a professional development course on creating learner-centred language classrooms.

Kahoot logoKA

Kahoot

Webinar, Educational Technology

2026 - 2026

Attended a Teacher Talks webinar on memorable review.

Thompson Rivers University logoTU

Thompson Rivers University

Bachelor of Arts, History

Activities and societies: TRU Chinese Students Club, Taiwanese Students Club, Philosophy/History/Politics Club, TRU Film Club, Intramural Soccer Team, FOCUS Club

Earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in History and a minor in Sociology.

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