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, DE05-2021
High School Diploma -
Schechter School of Long Island
Williston Park, NY06-2018
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
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