Michelle Fong

Education
Bachelor of Education, York University, Toronto, ON
2014-Present

Intermediate/Senior Certification

Specialization in Politics and English Literature

Bachelor of Arts, Queens University, Kingston, ON

May 2014

Sept.

Sept. 2010

Majored in Political Studies, minored in English Literature

Focus in International Relations and International Political Economy

University of Glasgow
May 2013

Jan.

International Student Exchange

Teaching & Related Experience

Teacher Candidate, Port Credit Secondary School
2014

Sept.2014-Dec.

Effectively designed unit and lesson plans for the Grade 11 course,
Understanding Canadian Law
Delivered differentiated instruction and provided opportunity for engaged,
lesson-related critical discussion
Created original and interactive learning activities in order to develop
knowledge of Canadian Law and improve oral communication skills

Swim Instructor, Queens University Making Waves

Sept.

2013-May 2014

Provided one-on-one swimming instruction to children with special needs

Facilitated fun and engaging activities that fostered knowledge of safe
swimming practices
Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans that accommodated
all participants

Student Volunteer, Central Public School

Sept.

2013-Present

Prepared and taught creative, art-based lessons to primary and junior students
Adapted learning materials to accommodate all students
Created a positive, creative, and structured learning environment

Special Education Volunteer, STA Secondary School

May-

June 2012

Worked in the resource room, in both one-on-one and group activities

Provided literacy-based learning activities to students with special needs and
other exceptionalities, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and
Downs Syndrome

Central Poll Supervisor, Elections Canada

May 2011

Supervised/directed election officers and the counting of ballots

Ensured that polls were set up as required and were opened/closed at the
appropriate time
Helped to facilitate Canadian voters in federal voting processes

Director of Communications, Queens Foreign Policy Conference

Jan.-Dec. 2012

Responsible for all marketing and campaign materials

Facilitated communication between delegates and the executive
Oversaw promotion of the conference

Additional Work Experience

Border Services Officer, Federal Government of Canada
2012-Present

Carried out enforcement activities, interacted with up to 1000 passengers per

day
Effectively implemented national immigration laws
Interpreted oral/visual cues in order to assess admissibility of international
travellers

Barista, Common Ground

2012-May 2014

Aug. 2012
Acted as head cashier, reconciled tills at the end of the night
Assisted/directed fellow cashiers; held keys for the safe

Achievements & Skills

Sept.

Provided excellent customer service to customers in a student-run initiative;

greeted customers with enthusiasm while completing general barista duties

Sales Experience Associate/Key Holder, Old Navy

May

Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certification

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Oct. 2008-

Recipient of the Queens University Excellence Scholarship

Core French Language Certificate

Professional Development

Religious Education: Teaching In Catholic Schools

Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certification

Interests

Avid sports enthusiast and soccer player, passionate about international

politics, gender studies, and education
Especially interested in travelling and experiencing new cultures