Isabella Lim
Vienna,VA
Summary
Motivated and responsible high school sophomore at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology with a quick learning ability, able to apply previous leadership and community engagement knowledge to practical experience. Skilled in creating engaging activities, ensuring positive relationships, and fostering a safe environment. Has leadership experience and is able to utilize time management and organizational skills as the current Class Council President to support team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Neighborhood Babysitter
Self-Employed
Vienna, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Ensured child safety and well-being through attentive supervision and proactive problem-solving.
- Taught introductory piano lessons to children ages 6–9, reinforcing rhythm and technique.
- Assisted with homework, reading practice, and church studies, fostering responsibility and discipline.
- Built trust with families through consistent communication and professionalism.
Class Council President
Student Government Association
Alexandria, VA
04.2025 - Current
- Built relationships with the Parent Teacher Student Association, Five Guys, SkateQuest, Reston T-Shirts, and more, to foster cooperation and collaboration between organizations.
- Coordinated several bake sales, T-shirt orders, and homecoming events, raising over $1,800 for the Class of 2028.
- Organized different groups of students to assist with Homecoming activities, such as the Float, Class Song, Spirit Banner, Spirit Video, and more.
Book Drive Organizer
Reading is Fundamental
08.2024 - Current
- Organized and led two neighborhood book drives, collecting over 1,430 children and adult books.
- Coordinated and packaged distribution of donations with local schools and nonprofit organizations.
- Collaborated with Reading is Fundamental, several Title I schools, and Books for Africa for effective outreach.
Senior Living Music Volunteer
Brightview Senior Living Center
Great Falls and Sterling, VA
03.2022 - Current
- Provided monthly piano, ukulele, and voice performances for senior residents as enrichment activities at several assisted living facilities, including some in Oahu, Hawai'i.
- Delivered a mix of familiar songs to enhance memory recall and emotional well-being.
- Facilitated connections with residents through interactive music sessions and conversation.
'Ukulele Hui Volunteer
Hawai'i State Society
Washington, DC
06.2019 - Current
- Delivered 'ukulele and singing performances at Pentagon Mall, National Christmas Tree, recreational centers, and more.
- Performed Hawaiian and Christmas songs to improve memory recall and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with family members to set up and clean venues before and after events.
JV Cheerleading Co-Captain
TJHSST Cheerleading
Alexandria, VA
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Co-led a cheer team of 13 members, enhancing practice structure, skill development, and promoted team morale.
- Facilitated practices, games, and activities to exemplify leadership and accountability.
- Served as liaison between athletes and coaches to relay feedback and resolve concerns.
Class Council Secretary
Student Government Association
Alexandria, VA
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained detailed meeting notes to enhance organization and facilitate discussions.
- Planned fundraisers, generating over $230 for a class of 537 students.
- Coordinated class Olympics event, fostering engagement through activities like Human Hungry Hippos and Trivia.
- Organized bake sales to support class initiatives and promote teamwork.
FroshComm
Student Government Association
Alexandria, VA
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Planned and executed Homecoming events, pep rally skits, and fundraising initiatives such as selling T-shirts.
- Collaborated with the team to coordinate all aspects of Homecoming, including the float, banner, class song, video game tournament, and more.
- Organized daily Pep Rally skits for entire school during Spirit Week.
8th Grade Media Broadcast Anchor
Cooper Middle School
McLean, VA
01.2024 - 06.2024
- School broadcast program providing bi-weekly video updates, news, and announcements to the student body.
- Created compelling introductions and closing remarks for broadcasts aired every two weeks through teamwork with classmates.
- Interviewed faculty and students to gather diverse perspectives for broadcast segments.
- Generated creative ideas with specific themes for each introduction, engaging the whole student body and faculty.
Model United Nations Delegate
Cooper Middle School
Great Falls & Sterling, VA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Negotiated with representatives from other countries to find common ground and reach agreements.
- Delivered powerful speeches to large audiences to advocate for a particular position or resolution.
- Researched and analyzed global political issues, such as food insecurity, the use of anti-personnel landmines, and human genome editing in various countries, including Yemen, Pakistan, Australia, China, and more.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Tech
Alexandria, VA06-2028
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Community engagement
- Effective team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Project management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Interpersonal communication
Technical Skills
- Applied Java to solve programming problems and develop foundational computer science skills
- Edited cinematic and short-form videos using CapCut and Wondershare Filmora, focusing on pacing, transitions, audio balance, visual storytelling, and more
- Organized and maintained research data using Google Sheets, ensuring accuracy and consistency in Research Statistics I, the first semester of AP Statistics (August 2024 – January 2025)
Activities
- Participated in Youth Travel Soccer, Fall 2018 - Spring 2024 (Great Falls/Reston & Vienna Travel Clubs)
- TJ High School Junior Varsity Cheerleader (August 2024 - Current)
- TJ High School Winter Track (November 2024 - Current)
- TJ High School Girls Varsity Soccer Player (February 2025 - Current)
- Played the piano for 10 years (2015-2025)
- Member of Girl Scouts for 5 years
- TJ Writing Center Tutor (November 2025 - Current)
- Economics Club Member (August 2025 - Current)
- Co-Vice President of Youth for Ethics, a student-led nonprofit educating the next generation of leaders (November 2025 - Current)
Timeline
Neighborhood Babysitter
Self-Employed
08.2025 - Current
JV Cheerleading Co-Captain
TJHSST Cheerleading
08.2025 - 11.2025
Class Council President
Student Government Association
04.2025 - Current
Class Council Secretary
Student Government Association
10.2024 - 04.2025
Book Drive Organizer
Reading is Fundamental
08.2024 - Current
FroshComm
Student Government Association
08.2024 - 09.2024
8th Grade Media Broadcast Anchor
Cooper Middle School
01.2024 - 06.2024
Model United Nations Delegate
Cooper Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Senior Living Music Volunteer
Brightview Senior Living Center
03.2022 - Current
'Ukulele Hui Volunteer
Hawai'i State Society
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Tech