Leah Kohn
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Bilingual individual fluent in Yiddish with a strong skillset. Known for taking initiative and assuming responsibility in various situations. Demonstrates a passion for words, language, and culture. Driving a strong liking for exploring and understanding different cultural nuances in own community. Adept at leveraging these abilities to effectively communicate and connect with diverse audiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Afterschool Program Director
HCS
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Created and implemented after-school respite programs for 21 children with special needs
- Responsibilities included were recruiting and hiring staff
- Creating and implementing a program
- Collaboration with parents, staff and professionals
- Was responsible for ensuring all billing needs were met in many capacities
- General leadership for the entire program.
Group Leader -Fit With Friends-Hamaspik
Hamaspik
01.2021 - 01.2024
Counselor
Camp Simcha Special
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Was responsible for physical and emotional well-being of a child with a physical disability in a sleepaway camp for 2 consecutive summers.
Group Leader/ Supervisor
Haktanim- hamaspik
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented and supervised Saturday morning program for special needs children
- Was responsible for creating program and instructing and supervising counselors and children.
Counselor
Camp Mizmor
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Summer counselor for a 9-year-old developmentally disabled child .Was responsible for physical and educational needs in a sleepaway camp for 2 consecutive summers.
Home Para
Ichud mosdos hachinuch
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided one on one emotional and academic support for an autistic 10-year-old child
- Was in contact with BCBA to reach goals and track development.
Daycamp Teacher
Haktanim- Hamaspik Daycamp
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Responsible for implementing the program activities
- Group consisted of 10 developmentally disabled children and 3 teachers.
Education
Currently an undergraduate student - Psychology-SW
Sara Schenirer- College of MSV
Online - Brooklyn Based 07.2025
Graduated with a teacher's certificate and accredited diploma -
Rinas Bais Yakov
Jerusalem, Israel 06.2023
Graduated with advanced regent's diploma -
Bais Yakov Vien
Brooklyn 01.2022
Skills
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Fast Paced
- Enthusiastic Energy
- Dedicated
- Creative
References
- Mrs. Yocheved Lerner, Program Director of Haktanim, 929 275 5067
- Mrs. Chantzy Geller, BCBA, 646 915 5228
- Henny Lang, Director Fit with Friends, 917 789 2805
Languages
Yiddish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Afterschool Program Director
HCS
08.2023 - 06.2024
Counselor
Camp Simcha Special
07.2022 - 07.2024
Counselor
Camp Mizmor
07.2021 - 08.2022
Group Leader -Fit With Friends-Hamaspik
Hamaspik
01.2021 - 01.2024
Group Leader/ Supervisor
Haktanim- hamaspik
01.2021 - 01.2022
Daycamp Teacher
Haktanim- Hamaspik Daycamp
06.2020 - 07.2020
Home Para
Ichud mosdos hachinuch
01.2020 - 01.2021
Currently an undergraduate student - Psychology-SW
Sara Schenirer- College of MSV
Graduated with a teacher's certificate and accredited diploma -
Rinas Bais Yakov
Graduated with advanced regent's diploma -
Bais Yakov Vien
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