Contact: SoojinCho@NaksMac.org

Dedicated Korean Language and Culture Educator with 25 years of experience teaching Korean language, history, music, and cultural studies. Demonstrates expertise in fostering bilingual and bicultural understanding among students of diverse backgrounds. Skilled in developing comprehensive curricula that integrate language acquisition with cultural immersion, promoting both academic growth and personal identity.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Principal & Teacher, Hangook Heritage Education Academy: 2024-Current
• Koran Language & Culture Club Advisor, Wissahickon Middle School 2025-Present
• Korean Language & Culture Instructor, Phil-Mont Christian Academy 2025-Present
• C.I.L. Creative Teacher 2023-Present
• President, National Association for Korean Schools, Mid-Atlantic Chapter: 2022-Current
• Delaware Korean School: 2013-2024
• Podowon Korean School 1994-2007
  
  Certifications & Achievements:
  
• C.I.L. Creative Teacher Certification
• American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Certification
• National Association for Korean Schools (NAKS) Korean Teacher Certificate
• K-Teacher Certification
• Best Korean Teacher Award
• Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Korean Language Teacher
• 20 Years Service Award
• Outstanding Achievement Award

Contact: SharonHartz97@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Korean Language and Culture  Instructor, Hangook Heritage Education Academy(2025- Present)
• Korean Class Instructor, Phil- Mont Christian Academy, Philadelphia PA( Sept 2025 – present)
• Assistant director, Camerata Children Choir, Lansdale, PA ( Nov 2025 – present)
• Rehearsal Assistant, Pennsylvania Youth Chorale, Bucks County, PA (2006)
• Korean Class Instructor, Philadelphia Antioch Korean School, Conshohocken, PA (1997 – 1999)
• Children Choir Director, Philadelphia Antioch Presbyterian Church, Conshohocken, PA (1998 – 1999)

Adah is known and celebrated for her exceptional skills as a violinist, singer, and dancer in the world of K-pop and Korean music. With over 15 years of experience performing at major Korean festivals and events as well as having a social media following of over 15k followers across Youtube, Tiktok, and Instagram, she captivates her audiences and leaving an incredible mark on the Korean music scene.Her journey began with early recognition, including 2nd place at the Korean-American Talent Contest and 3rd place at the Korean Liberation Day Talent Contest. Building on this momentum, she went on to earn 1st place at the Korean Liberation Day Talent & Singing Competition in Philadelphia, with her outstanding K-pop performance.

Solomon has been regarded for their acceptional performances at Festivals and Events. Utilizing the knowledge and history of traditional Korean drums, Solomon provides in-depth lessons on technique and stylized rhythm from traditional Korean rudiments. Other lessons include a number of traditional Korean drums such as Modum-buk, Jjangu, Kkwaenggwari, and many more. 

Certifications & Achievements:

• City of Philadelphia Congratulating Citation for the 6th Annual Korean American Day • 2019
• Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award by AmeriCorps • 2023
• Performed & assist managed the Korean Festival at the Delaware Art Museum • 2019