Kayleigh Ko
LA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record as Editor-in-Chief at Yearbook, where I successfully managed a team of 20 to produce a 450-page publication. Skilled in organization and positive reinforcement, I enhanced engagement and collaboration, while developing training materials that elevated team performance and ensured high-quality outputs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
Yearbook
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with and led a team of 20 students through the creation of a 450-page yearbook.
- Developed the Yearbook publication website and social media presence.
- Maintained open lines of communication between the Yearbook team and publishing company to ensure seamless collaboration on cross-functional initiatives.
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Managed budget allocation for editorial projects, ensuring optimal use of resources and cost-effective strategies.
Club Leader
Model United Nations Club
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced club member engagement by organizing weekly events and activities for 30+ members.
- Won awards at UVA, UNC, Duke, and other high schools
- Established clear communication channels between members, staff, and leadership to keep everyone informed about important updates.
- Recruited and trained volunteers on public speaking and international relations, enhancing the skill level and performance of the group at collegiate conferences.
Club Leader
Asian American and Pacific Islander Affinity Group
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced club member engagement by organizing bi-weekly events and activities, fostering a positive and inclusive club environment
- Co-coordinated the first conference on Asian-alliance for students from schools in the Triangle Area
Teen Advisory Board Member
Note In The Pocket
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed event logistics such as clothing drive room setup, materials preparation, and post-event cleanup, ensuring smooth operations throughout.
- Planned clothing drives and conducted fundraisers to fight state-wide clothing insecurity.
- Mentored younger Teen Advisory Board members by sharing insights from past experiences working towards shared objectives.
Tutor, Refugee Students
Refugee Hope Partners
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with students to complete English homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific reading levels of each student while promoting independent learning skills through assigned reading homework
- Implemented creative instructional techniques through arts-and-crafts to address the unique language challenges faced by students with from refugee backgrounds
Tutor Coordinator
Initiative Tutoring Club
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Enhanced tutoring program effectiveness by creating sample 9-week courses for new tutors to follow.
- Developed training materials for new tutors, ensuring consistent teaching methods across the team.
- Designed and taught 9-week courses on AP US history and 9th/10th grade preparation
Volunteer, Dance Instructor
Friends Camp
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Planned and taught dance lesson plans introducing dance techniques to 15 kids with disabilities in a 10-week program
After-School Tutor
Reedy Creek Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects such as Math, Social Sciences, and English
- Assisted students with all homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law, History, And Culture
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Cary Academy
Cary, NC05-2024
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Organization
- Teaching techniques
- One-on-one student mentoring
- Fundraising
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Group dance instruction
Accomplishments
- Achieved Best Delegate, Outstanding Large Delegation, Outstanding Delegate, and Outstanding Small Delegation during my time as Model UN Club Leader
Bryn Mawr College Book Award, National Merit Scholar Semifinalist
- Bryn Mawr College Book Award (2023): Recognized for intense intellectual commitment, self-directed vision, and leadership potential.
- National Merit Scholar Semifinalist (2024): Achieved top 1% PSAT score nationwide; recognized for academic excellence and problem-solving skills.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Club Leader
Asian American and Pacific Islander Affinity Group
08.2023 - 05.2024
After-School Tutor
Reedy Creek Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Tutor Coordinator
Initiative Tutoring Club
05.2023 - 07.2023
Volunteer, Dance Instructor
Friends Camp
05.2023 - 08.2024
Tutor, Refugee Students
Refugee Hope Partners
06.2022 - 08.2024
Club Leader
Model United Nations Club
01.2022 - 05.2024
Teen Advisory Board Member
Note In The Pocket
01.2022 - 03.2024
Editor-in-Chief
Yearbook
08.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Law, History, And Culture
University of Southern California
High School Diploma -
Cary Academy
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