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Sungju Kim

Seongnam-si

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Anxiety and Depression Lab (Yonsei University)

Research Assistant
Seoul
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Facilitated the systematic organization of gathering data and data cleaning to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Actively participated in lab meetings and discussions, providing valuable input and feedback on research methodologies and data interpretation, contributing to a collaborative and innovative research environment.

After School Activity (GSIS)

Assistant Teacher
Suwon
01.2024 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans and activities for pre-K through 2nd-grade students to promote active participation and student collaboration.
  • Organized and facilitated extracurricular activities and enrichment programs, including arts and crafts, science projects, and educational games, to enhance students' overall educational experience.

Student Success Initiative (UC Irvine)

International Peer Mentor
Irvine
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Guided incoming students at UCI towards academic, social, and personal success; 5 out of 6 of my mentees received Dean's Certificate.
  • Offered personalized support to students struggling with specific academic concepts and personal issues, fostering their confidence and facilitating their overall growth and development.
  • Organized workshops and events on job searching that helped my mentees successfully secure on-campus employment opportunities.

Bilingualism, Mind, and Brain Lab (UC Irvine)

Research Assistant
Irvine
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Conducted extensive research on bilingual language acquisition and cognitive development, contributing valuable insights to the field of bilingual education.
  • Created a safe environment for participants by closely supervising and providing guidance throughout the experimental procedures.

Teaching Assistant

Dwight School Seoul
Seoul
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide academic support and mentorship to international students, assisting with assignments, projects, and exam preparation across various subjects.
  • Facilitate students' emotional growth by offering guidance and support to help them navigate challenges in an international school setting.
  • Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement lesson plans tailored to the diverse learning needs of students.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
06.2023

Affiliations

Mental Health Welfare Center ( January 2024 - June 2024)

  • Provided compassionate support and assistance to people experiencing mental health challenges, fostering a safe and nurturing environment conducive to their well-being.
  • Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and other support staff to develop individualized plans to increase participation in cure program activities.

United Korean American Leaders (2021-2023)

  • Worked as media manager to lead the management team and promote UKAL to international students; UKAL succeeded in collaborating with other international clubs.
  • Created a guideline poster template, which decreased working time for the management team when designing posters.

Red Cross Youth (2017-2020)

  • Created worksheets and activities to help people with intellectual disabilities improve their social skills and reading ability.
  • Helped them explore various activities and develop a hobby to decrease their stress rate; many of them managed to master swimming and to swim as a hobby.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Dwight School Seoul
08.2024 - Current

Anxiety and Depression Lab (Yonsei University)

Research Assistant
01.2024 - 06.2024

After School Activity (GSIS)

Assistant Teacher
01.2024 - Current

Bilingualism, Mind, and Brain Lab (UC Irvine)

Research Assistant
03.2022 - 06.2022

Student Success Initiative (UC Irvine)

International Peer Mentor
09.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of California, Irvine
Sungju Kim