06/01/2025
Monthly Spotlights:
This month’s spotlight is on Suyun Kang, a dynamic and motivated former counselling intern at Magnolia who has recently completed her degree. With a relentless drive and genuine passion for assisting others, Suyun is eager to take the next step in her professional journey. Drawing on her extensive background in education, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role.
Suyun’s experience includes serving as a resource teacher in a Lower Mainland school district, specializing in Math 10/11 and Korean 11/12. Her commitment to providing exceptional education and support extends beyond the classroom, having also worked as a substitute teacher and casual educational assistant, providing invaluable assistance to students across various grade levels.
As the former Director of Gosoo Academy, Suyun demonstrated exceptional leadership by founding the academy, developing ESL curriculums, and guiding over 500 students annually. She managed legal and financial operations and supervised a dedicated team of teachers and staff, showcasing her strong management skills.
Suyun’s educational background is impressive, including a Continuing Teacher Education program at Queens University focusing on special education. She holds a Bachelor of Education from Crandall University and a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies. Her commitment to professional development is evident through diverse credentials such as Credentialed Numeracy Assessment, POPARD Supporting Students with ASD in Your Classroom, and BC and NB Teacher’s Certificates.
Equipped with a wide range of skills, Suyun is well-versed in special education, technology integration, K-12 instruction, and EAL teaching. She has a proven ability to create and implement effective lesson plans, manage student records, and provide resource support to at-risk and special needs students. Her expertise also includes formal and informal learner assessment, classroom management, discipline, and fostering effective communication between parents and teachers.
Beyond her professional work, Suyun is active in extracurricular activities. She coaches the school’s Golf Club, mentors aspiring leaders, and is involved in the K-Pop club and the Leo Club, contributing her time and energy to various initiatives.
With her extensive experience, strong educational foundation, and dedication to student well-being, Suyun is a valuable asset to the counselling community. Her ability to foster personal growth, support individuals through challenges, and create a positive and inclusive environment makes her an exceptional professional.