Kira Jade Lang

I am a highly versatile and cross-culturally adept professional with over a decade of international experience spanning educational leadership, curriculum development, and professional journalism. My career demonstrates a unique ability to communicate complex information effectively across diverse settings and audiences—from creating engaging, child-centered curricula to producing rigorous business and political content.

Core Competencies & Experience

Journalism and Content Creation (Italy, Remote)

Business and General Writer: Currently working as a Journalist/Writer for the Sudtiroler Wirtschaftszeitung (SWZ) Publication in Bolzano, Italy (2022–2025). This role involves researching, fact-checking, and producing concise, high-quality editorial content covering a broad range of economic and cultural topics.

Performance Writing Expertise: Previous experience included creating high-volume, engagement-driven content focused on UK finance and politics for large digital platforms (e.g., MSN), demonstrating an ability to pivot communication style for immediate impact and digital readership.

International Educational Leadership and Teaching (South Korea, Thailand, China, Italy)

Leadership and Curriculum Design: Served as Head of Foreign English Teachers and Curriculum at Jixin ESL Academy (2021–2023, China/Italy), where I led teacher teams and restructured academic programmes.

Lead Home Room Teacher (HRT): Held key teaching roles at reputable international schools, including Raffles American International School (RAS) in Bangkok (2020–2021) and British Education Korea (BEK) (2016–2020).

Diverse Audience Instruction: Expertise covers all age groups, including EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and delivering specialised Business English training to professionals (Natural Look Italy, KIS Design Thinking Space).

Pedagogical Methodology: Proficient in child-centred, play-based learning, social-emotional development support, and utilising platforms such as Tapestry, Seesaw, and ClassDojo. This background underscores a deep understanding of clear structure, differentiated instruction, and effective parent communication.

My professional history reflects a proven capacity for leadership, meticulous attention to communication standards, and seamless adaptation to diverse cultural and professional environments.

I began my studies with a degree in Journalism and Media Studies at Rhodes University, where I concentrated on Linguistics, English Literature, Journalism, and Law. I subsequently transferred to AFDA in Cape Town, completing a BA in Motion Picture Media Studies. This degree included specialised training in subjects like scriptwriting, production design, and costume design, and I graduated cum laude. Following this, I obtained a TEFL Diploma and a Diploma in Child Psychology and Phonics, and I am currently completing a certification in Inclusive Teaching at UCT.