I am a calm and creative nature educator and coordinator based in Mui Wo, Lantau Island, Hong Kong. I enjoy turning the impossible into possibilities by learning from nature and life. With 10+ years in education programs and organization administration, I am passionate about experiential education, fostering well-being, ecological awareness, and hands-on exploration. I excel at liaison, resource sourcing, and visual storytelling through craft and design to support meaningful learning experiences.

Carmela Wong Ka Man

I am a calm and creative nature educator and coordinator based in Mui Wo, Lantau Island, Hong Kong. I enjoy turning the impossible into possibilities by learning from nature and life. With 10+ years in education programs and organization administration, I am passionate about experiential education, fostering well-being, ecological awareness, and hands-on exploration. I excel at liaison, resource sourcing, and visual storytelling through craft and design to support meaningful learning experiences.

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I am a calm and creative nature educator and coordinator based in Mui Wo, Lantau Island, Hong Kong. I enjoy turning the impossible into possibilities by learning from nature and life.

With 10+ years in education programs and organization administration, I am passionate about experiential education, fostering well-being, ecological awareness, and hands-on exploration. I excel at liaison, resource sourcing, and visual storytelling through craft and design to support meaningful learning experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Chief Officer at Gaia Education Ltd.
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Administered the operation of an alternative school and disseminated the organization’s educational beliefs through experiential nature activities, parenting and teacher training workshops, student exchanges, fundraising events and funded projects; organized forest classes and experiential programs; led humanistic education teacher training and holistic parenting workshops; managed fundraising events including outdoor concerts; covered activity facilitation, school administration, funding applications and annual budgeting.
Executive Officer II (Student Services) at HKU SPACE – International College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Designed and organized diversified experiences to enhance student development, from talks to overseas exchanges; mentored student bodies and societies; conducted individual career exploration sessions; duties included design, implementation, administration and marketing.
Executive Officer (Student Services) at The HK Polytechnic University, Office of Student Development
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Organised and ran diversified school-led and student-led activities on campus and in dormitories; managed dormitory operations; coordinated overseas exchanges and outdoor activities; supported student engagement and well-being programs; led large-scale initiatives such as a cycling energy-generating marathon and roof-top garden projects.
Programme Officer at Caritas Institute of Higher Education & Caritas Bianchi College of Careers
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Managed overseas degree programs, negotiated and liaised on cooperation and accreditation.
Project Officer at The HK Institute of Education, Department of Cultural & Creative Arts
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Managed and oversaw music educational research and programs; coordinated educational events such as music camps and concerts; sourced funds with compelling proposals.
Office Coordinator at Iglu Property Limited
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Managed office operations including administration, finance, HR, and technical system development; developed business and marketing strategies; coordinated promotional materials and brand messaging.
Administrative Assistant at The HK Polytechnic University, Inst. of Textiles and Fashion
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Supported operations of academic degree programs and short courses; designed promotional materials; maintained programme websites; organized design exhibitions and related events.
Administrative Assistant at B.S.C Interior Contract and Engineering Co. Limited
February 1, 2005 - October 1, 2005
Coordinated and supported operations of large-scale renovation projects including HK Disney Hotels.
Research Assistant at The HK Institute of Education, Department of Sciences
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Supported environmental research projects; edited teaching materials; administered School Environmental Friendly Campaigns.
Tutor at Self-employed / Various
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Taught primary and secondary school students Maths, English, Sciences and piano performance.
Geoscientist at EGS Asia Limited
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Organised and led ground and marine geological surveys; involved in project planning and report analysis.

Education

MA in Student Activities in Education at The Chinese University of Hong Kong
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
MSc in Scientific Computation at The Baptist University of Hong Kong
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
BSc (Hon) Earth Sciences at University of Hong Kong
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999

Qualifications

Non-violent Communication Training
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
IFS Therapy-informed training
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Narrative Therapy
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Children Breathwork Facilitation
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
ICF Certified Coach training
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Mountaineering Level 3
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Adult First-aid training
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other