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Ira Kohler

Plainview,NY

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

IDF Paratrooper

ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES
ISRAEL
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Served as a Paratrooper in the Israel Defense Forces for over two years after passing a tryout to be accepted into the unit.
  • Classified as a Lone Soldier, successfully completed military service in the IDF while being away from parents residing outside of Israel.
  • Successfully attained level 07 combat training after an intensive eight-month program involving both basic and advanced components.
  • Prepared for the possibility of war by participating in various War Weeks and exercises.
  • Completed three jumps from a plane at an altitude of 400 meters as a trained Paratrooper.
  • Served four months stationed in Hebron, performing duties such as arrests, patrols, and guarding city residents.
  • Participated actively on October 7th in combatting Hamas militants within the Gaza Envelope, primarily focused on Kibbutz Be'eri.
  • Served in combat missions fighting against Hamas terrorists throughout different areas within the North, Central, and Southern sectors of Gaza for a duration exceeding 100 days.
  • Successfully handled and operated both the M4 rifle and Negev machine gun in a combat situation.

Public Speaker

Self-employed
Long Island, NY
04.2024 - Current
  • Engaged with diverse audiences by speaking about my experience in the ongoing Israel-Hamas Conflict at more than 15 events held in Synagogues, Youth Groups, and communities.
  • Delivered presentations in English and Hebrew to audiences ranging from tens to hundreds of individuals across New York and Florida.
  • Spoke about personal life experiences to inspire, motivate and benefit listeners.
  • Created customized presentations tailored to specific audiences and events.
  • Analyzed past performances in order to identify areas where improvements could be made in future presentations.

Staff Member

Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake
Verbank, NY
06.2017 - 08.2024
  • Served as an in-bunk counselor from 2017 to 2019.
  • Served as a Unit Head (Merekez) for incoming 8th graders during the summer of 2021.
  • Served on the Chinuch (education) team for a one-week period in both 2023 and 2024.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers and staff.
  • Assisted in developing educational weekly lesson plans for various age groups.
  • Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
  • Led informative and engaging activities on Judaism and Israel.

Freelance Writer

Jewish Agency For Israel
Remote
05.2024 - Current
  • Freelance as a writer with the Grant Writing Office of the Jewish Agency For Israel.
  • Performed multiple assignments translating documents and speeches from Hebrew to English.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Delaware
Newark, DE
05-2021

High School Diploma -

Schechter School of Long Island
Williston Park, NY
06-2018

Skills

  • Teamwork and Loyalty
  • Critical Thinking
  • Combat Operations
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Large group presentations
  • Public Speaking
  • Speech Writing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hebrew
Full Professional

Accomplishments

  • Citation upon completion of IDF combat service from The Town of Oyster Bay Board (2024)
  • Presidential Scholarship to attend The University of Delaware (2018)
  • High School retired hockey jersey (2018)

Timeline

Freelance Writer

Jewish Agency For Israel
05.2024 - Current

Public Speaker

Self-employed
04.2024 - Current

IDF Paratrooper

ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES
01.2022 - 03.2024

Staff Member

Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake
06.2017 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Delaware

High School Diploma -

Schechter School of Long Island
Ira Kohler