Katherine Jeon
Summary
Aspiring global health educator and policymaker with a deep interest in health equity and social epidemiology, dedicated to promoting healthcare justice through a sociological lens. Strong leadership and collaboration skills complement a commitment to fostering cross-cultural empathy and a global perspective. Eager to leverage undergraduate education to drive impactful initiatives that address health disparities and enhance community well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Outreach and Recruitment
Global Health Literacy Outreach
01.2025 - Current
- Secured partnerships with 2 nonprofit organizations, helped recruit 60+ volunteers
- Coordinated 2 local health fairs, designed bookmarks to spread autoimmune awareness
Student Researcher
UCSD Displacement and Health Research Center
07.2024 - Current
- Authored a scientific article on the effect of chronic stress as a post-migration risk factor for displaced populations
- Transcribed 10 interviews on the effect of the Refugee Immigrant Health elective on perception & empathy
- Synthesized research on refugee hypertension & sociocultural barriers to healthcare
Assistant Grader/Tutor
Kumon of Carmel Valley
06.2024 - Current
- Tutored K-8 students in math and English, chosen as test supervisor to help onboard new students
- Represented & promoted local branch at a STEM fair with 700+ people in attendance
- Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on classwork and tests
Volunteer, Yoga Teacher
Bayshire Torrey Pines
06.2024 - Current
- Led weekly chair yoga classes for 20+ elders with dementia, prepared/served snacks, organized activities
- Created and led the first summer scrapbooking program in the memory care unit
President
Community Outreach
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with a team of 5 to lead 20+ members; received $100 grant from the school
- Co-hosted a fall festival for refugee children for 3 consecutive years
Intern
Policy & Innovation Center
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed policy recommendation to advance youth representation in the new Child and Youth Behavioral Health Regional Council
- Mapped 20+ behavioral health youth councils across California, created resources for future use
Education
Canyon Crest Academy
San Diego, CA05-2026
Skills
- Fluent Korean, intermediate Spanish
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- CITI Training Completion: Biomedical Research, Health Disparities, HIPAA Research Privacy
- Adaptability
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Adolescent Crisis Response Certified
- 200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher
Timeline
Intern
Policy & Innovation Center
07.2025 - 08.2025
Director of Outreach and Recruitment
Global Health Literacy Outreach
01.2025 - Current
Student Researcher
UCSD Displacement and Health Research Center
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Grader/Tutor
Kumon of Carmel Valley
06.2024 - Current
Volunteer, Yoga Teacher
Bayshire Torrey Pines
06.2024 - Current
President
Community Outreach
08.2022 - Current
Canyon Crest Academy
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