John YeGwang Tak
Castro Valley,CA
Summary
A dedicated counseling professional committed to supporting youth through effective guidance and care. Proven success in building trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their emotional well-being. Known for collaborative teamwork and delivering impactful results, using strong interpersonal skills and adaptability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Counselor
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Day Camp
01.2022 - Current
- Facilitated a group of 1st year medical students during weekly clinical skills training sessions for a longitudinal course
- Helped student develop foundational skills in clinical interviewing and performing physical exams
- Evaluated and provided feedback on clinical reasoning, History & Physical writeups and oral presentations
Staff member
Kumon Math and Reading Center
01.2022 - Current
- Graded and indexed students’ math and reading assignments during weekly sessions at the Kumon Institution
- Proctored students in math and reading
- Recorded data logs of student's test scores, assignment grades, monthly progress in the Kumon Program, and inventory needed for the Kumon Center
Education
High School -
Castro Valley High School
06-2026
Psychology
Chabot College
06-2024
Skills
- Active Learning
- Relationship Building
- Self-Awareness
- Positive Reinforcement
- Customer Service
- Childcare & Tutoring
- Time Management & Organization
- Communication & Teamwork
Accomplishments
2023 Black Belt Association
Tkanes Kung Fu Karate, Castro Valley, California
2023 Northern California Percussion Alliance, 1st Place Award
Castro Valley High School, Castro Valley, California
2021 Principal’s Award, 4.0 for six semesters
Creekside Middle School, Castro Valley, California
2021 Creekside Academic Honor Society
Creekside Middle School, Castro Valley, California
Local And National Service
2016 - Present Campus Mission International, Berkeley, California, Student Leader
Mission: to reach college students, young people and teenagers around the globe through recipient-tailored 1:1 Bible studies. In doing so, we aim to raise them as disciples and eventually as regional leaders.
- Oversaw CMI meetings every Sunday by providing materials needed for sermons and personally read texts out to groups
2024 - Present Sulphur Creek Nature Education Center, Hayward, California, Volunteer
Mission: to instill a sense of responsibility for the welfare of our world by bringing people and animals closer together through wildlife rehabilitation and education.
- Worked as a volunteer for Sulphur Creek on Saturdays to help prepare for camp, help visitors, assist staff, construct enclosures, and teach about native wildlife
2022 Northern California Special Olympics, Davis, California, Healthy Athletes Volunteer
Mission: To provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Assisted athletes in the Special Olympic event at the check-in station, supplies station, and water station
- Guided participants in the Special Olympics to their respective sports and fields
- Organized a inventory of supplies for the Special Olympics event and recorded their locations for later use
Timeline
Junior Counselor
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Day Camp
01.2022 - Current
Staff member
Kumon Math and Reading Center
01.2022 - Current
High School -
Castro Valley High School
Psychology
Chabot College
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