Mr. Maung Kyaing is an English teacher who is very disciplines and studios. After graduate bachelor degree, he went back to the university for a Master Degree. He is inspired to be a teacher because “teacher” is one of the 5 gems in Myanmar. He wants to be a gem. (the 5 gems are Buddha, Dharma, Monk, parents and Teachers.) He is a middle son of 5 siblings. His parents are farmers.

He said the uniqueness of being a teacher is “patient”. He teaches his students with heart. He set himself as a role model for his students. For example, he has been assigned to teach English. He has a soft-spoken voice. To pronounce English language requires loud & clear projection of voice to help students understand the pronunciation. Thus, he trains himself to pronounce and teach English in a loud & clear voice. This is to show his students that everything is possible, it needs practice and determination.

He believes that receiving the PMCA award is an opportunity for him to improve his knowledge. He intends to obtain the new knowledge and share it with his colleagues and students

He is married and has one 6 months old daughter.