Victoria Kao
Canberra
Summary
Bilingual and culturally fluent, with a diverse background spanning Taiwan and Australia. A top IB Diploma graduate with a deep passion for literature, particularly poetry. Proven leadership experience as captain of basketball and softball teams and president of the Model United Nations (MUN) club. Founded Graduating's Origin, an initiative engaging with Aboriginal communities in Taiwan, where I developed strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills through meaningful cross-cultural collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Workshop Coordinator
Taipei Kuei Shan School
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted various workshops on IB DP English Language and Literature for G10 students .
- Increased participant satisfaction through effective communication of workshop objectives and expectations.
Volunteer
Taidong Hongye Elementary School
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Being the photographer for a mission trip to Taidong Hongye Elementary School which was a baseball school for aboriginals
- Documented their culture and training experience
Volunteer
Danjiang Church
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Tutored English to students
Club President
Dan Jiang Elementary School
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Club founder of Graduating's Origin
- Club Activity: Producing yearbooks and family photos for rural elementary school students.
- Club Objective: to provide a tangible memorabilia for the students and their families so that they have something to look back on. The club centres around the theme of nostalgia
- Aboriginal elementary school where majority of the families are separated with single parents or kids raised by their grandparents. I hope that through photography, our club can offer them an opportunity to unite and capture this moment of union.
After-school Tutor
Beyond Horizon Taipei
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Introduced creative learning strategies that catered to diverse learner needs, enhancing overall educational experience.
Volunteer
EasyCard Corporation
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Education
Bachelor of Law(Hon) And Bachelor of Arts - Law (Major), English (Major), Philosophy (minor)
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT01-2030
High School Diploma -
Taipei Kuei Shan School
Taiwan06-2024
Skills
- Team leadership
- Public speaking confidence
- Event planning expertise
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Photo editing
- Film Photography
Extracurricular Activities
Model United Nations (MUN)
- 2021 MUN club president
- MUN club member since grade 6
- Participated in 2018 TASMUN conference
- Participated in 2019 TASMUN conference
- Chair for KSMUN III
- Won outstanding delegate at YMUNT 2021
- Participated in YMUNK 2022
- Assistant Director in YMUNT 2023
Yearbook Club Founder
- Club president of our school's yearbook club
- Editor for Yearbook
Accomplishments
- Finalist of Northwestern Essay Competition
- Shortlist Poet of Taipei Poetry Collective
- Outstanding delegate of Yale MUN Taipei 2021
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Workshop Coordinator
Taipei Kuei Shan School
09.2023 - 09.2023
Volunteer
Taidong Hongye Elementary School
07.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Danjiang Church
09.2022 - 08.2023
Volunteer
EasyCard Corporation
08.2022 - 08.2022
Club President
Dan Jiang Elementary School
02.2022 - 02.2023
After-school Tutor
Beyond Horizon Taipei
01.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Law(Hon) And Bachelor of Arts - Law (Major), English (Major), Philosophy (minor)
Australian National University
High School Diploma -
Taipei Kuei Shan School
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