Kezia Van Lare

Instructor, 07/2024 - Current

Future Doctors Teach, Philadelphia, PA

• Created and delivered S.T.E.M. educational materials, including worksheets, presentations, and learning aids, to support 8th-grade students in their preparation for Pennsylvania PASS exams.
• Led interactive presentations on various S.T.E.M. topics, reinforcing core concepts and enhancing students' understanding of subjects critical to their academic success.
• Fostered an engaging and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging active participation and promoting student confidence and achievement.
• Tailored teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning styles of students, ensuring comprehensive exam preparation and academic development.

Research and Education Chair, 07/2024 - Current

JeffPeds, Philadelphia, PA

• Coordinated a shadowing program for medical students with pediatricians at Jefferson to enhance clinical exposure.
• Fostered relationships with healthcare professionals and institutions to provide student mentorship and internship opportunities.
• Organized workshops and seminars to enhance pediatric knowledge among medical students.
• Coordinated research opportunities and built partnerships with faculty and institutions.
• Helped organized guest speaker events and panel discussions on pediatrics

Organization Member, 07/2024 - Current

Student National Medical Association (SNMA), Philadelphia, PA

• Actively participate in initiatives aimed at promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within medical education and healthcare.
• Collaborate with peers to organize events, workshops, and community outreach programs focused on health disparities and minority health issues.
• Attend and contribute to SNMA meetings, contributing ideas to advance the organization’s mission of supporting underrepresented students in medicine.
• Engage in networking opportunities and professional development activities to foster a sense of community and career growth among medical students from diverse backgrounds.
• Advocate for and participate in initiatives that address healthcare access and equity for underserved populations.
  

Church Administrator, 07/2022 - Current

First Love Church, Philadelphia, PA

• Organized and lead religious community events for students and youth across the Philadelphia area.
• Assisted in developing marketing materials like brochures and flyers helping promote various church programs effectively.

Tutor, 09/2019 - 03/2020

AVID, New Brunswick, NJ

• Tutored elementary, middle and high school students in STEM classes using AVID model.
• Assisted high school seniors with college applications, FASFA, and admission essays.

Mentor, 09/2019 - 03/2020

ODASIS Mentorship Program, New Brunswick, NJ

• Counseled freshman ODASIS student though academic and personal issues.
• Assisted mentee with summer program and leadership applications.

Program Participant, 06/2019 - 07/2019

NJMS- Northeastern Regional Alliance (NERA) Program, Newark, NJ

• Attended Building the Next Generation of Academic Physicians (BNGAP) conference.
• Received introduction to Interpersonal Practice and Education.
• Completed coursework in Biochemistry.

Volunteer, 02/2019 - 03/2020

Children's Specialized Hospital, New Brunswick NJ

• Helped recovering pediatric patients with recreational therapy through various games and activities.

Program Participant, 03/2018

Rutgers Alternative Break-Tackling Hunger & Homelessness, Washington, D.C.

• Learned how leadership skills and social awareness can be used to create positive change.
• Volunteered at men, women, and family shelters and served in soup kitchens.

Program Participant, 01/2018 - 04/2018

First-Year Fellowship Emerging Leader Program, New Brunswick, NJ

• Participated in program that prepared students for future leadership roles through interactive workshops.

Elementary Youth Leader, 09/2015 - 09/2019

Stonecrest Church, Warren, NJ

• Advised girls ages 7-8 on how to connect their personal life to their spiritual lives.
• Assisted with planning and executing a weeklong summer workshop for 200 children.