Leah Tedla
San Jose,NM
Summary
Driven high school student with a track record of impactful leadership as Senior Class Vice President and club officer. Cultivates positive relationships and fosters collaboration through community outreach and tutoring efforts. Bilingual in English and Amharic, with strong analytical skills in mathematics.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Destination College Advising Corps(DCAC)Ambassador
Pioneer High School
San Jose, CA
08.2026 - Current
- Assisted in coordinating educational programs and workshops for students.
- Facilitated communication between students, staff, and administration.
- Promoted positive relationships among diverse student groups.
- Represented school at community events and activities.
- Impacted sales results by developing, supporting and executing direct marketing strategies.
Senior Class Vice President
Pioneer High School
San Jose
08.2026 - Current
- Advocated for student concerns in discussions with administration, resulting in improved communication and responsiveness.
- Coordinated Back to School Rally, managing event details and fostering engagement among attendees to enhance school spirit.
- Organized fundraiser event to support student initiatives, successfully increasing participation and contributing to overall funding.
- Provided support for student initiatives and activities, such as fundraisers and volunteer projects.
- Mentored junior class officers in leadership and project management skills.
- Planned and hosted Senior Tailgate
Baking Club President
Pioneer High School
San Jose, California
08.2025 - Current
- Led fundraising initiatives to support club activities and charitable causes.
- Developed event plans to enhance student participation and community involvement.
- Organized club meetings to foster collaboration and engagement among members.
- Collaborated with other clubs for joint events, promoting teamwork and unity.
- Managed club budget to ensure proper allocation of resources for events and activities.
- Participated in leadership development programs to gain knowledge and skills.
Tutor
Pioneer High School
01.2024 - Current
- Tutors students in Accelerated Algebra 2 every Wednesday during FLEX
- Tracked student progress and delivered regular, constructive feedback to enhance understanding.
- Implemented engaging teaching techniques to maintain student interest and participation.
- Guided students in developing effective homework and exam preparation strategies.
- Collaborated with students to strengthen foundational math skills and build confidence.
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connections with new lesson.
- Encouraged students to ask questions about topics they did not understand.
Interact Club
Pioneer High School
San Jose, California
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated fundraising efforts for events, raising funds to support club initiatives.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to support various charitable causes and events.
- Led club activities to enhance member engagement.
- Led club meetings to foster collaboration among members and discuss projects.
- Organized community service events to engage students in local outreach initiatives.
- Facilitated workshops on leadership skills and community engagement for club members.
- Maintained comprehensive records of club activities, ensuring accurate tracking of meeting minutes, attendance, and financial reports.
Black Student Union (BSU) Club
Pioneer High School
08.2023 - Current
- Led the club as President for the past two years.
- Trained members on leadership skills and effective communication practices.
- Established rules and guidelines to streamline club operations and enhance member engagement.
- Developed leadership skills through active participation in Participated in BSU club activities during 2023-2024 term
Babysitter
Self-employeed
San Jose, California
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Monitored children in a safe environment while parents were away.
- Supervised and engaged children during playtime. Assisted children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Managed daily schedules, including nap times and play sessions.
- Cared for younger family members, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily activities and concerns.
- Established trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
Service Learning Leadership
Pioneer High School
San Jose
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and service outcomes.
- Coordinated logistics for various service events at school, ensuring smooth execution.
- Organized and managed school blood drive, coordinating logistics with donors and volunteers to ensure successful event.
- Directed peer tutoring sessions, matching students with tutors for academic support.
- Resolved issues efficiently and effectively during service events, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Sideline Cheer
Pioneer High School
San Jose, California
05.2024 - 02.2026
- Coordinated 12 hours of weekly practices during season to prepare team for competitions.
- Led offseason practices for 9 hours weekly over 2 months to enhance team skills and cohesion.
- Performed at school rallies, football games, and basketball games to foster school spirit and community engagement.
Stunt (CSC) Cheer
Pioneer High School
San Jose, CA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Led weekly practices for 12 hours to develop team skills and cohesion
- Participated in weekly games to apply strategies and strengthen team dynamics
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Tutor
Canoas Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Tutored elementary school students in various subjects every Thursday to deepen understanding and foster academic growth.
- Assisted students with homework and exam preparation strategies to boost confidence and improve performance.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and concerns.
- Helped students review and integrate previous lessons with new material to strengthen overall comprehension.
Varsity Track
Pioneer High School
San Jose
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Practiced skills for 2 hours daily to enhance performance and technique
Education
High School -
Pioneer High School
05-2027
High School Diploma -
San Jose Community College
08-2025
Skills
- Educational Guidance
- Academic Support
- Student Engagement
- Project planning
- Leadership
- Peer Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Time Management
- Customer Service
Certification
- Driver's License, July 2025
Volunteer Experience
- Cabin Leader, Santa Cruz County Outdoor Science School
- Tutor, Canoas Elementary
- Babysitter
- Peer Tutoring during FLEX at school
Hobbies and Interests
- Involved in cheer and track. Has been on the Varsity Track and Field team for 1 year, Sideline Cheer for 2 years, and Stunt Cheer for 1 year.
- Enjoys doing drama, as was involved in a play last year & took the year-long elective course.
Awards
CSF Member
About Me
A friendly, organized High School Student looking for part-time job/summer internship. Interested in going the pre-med route hoping to become a Pediatric Doctor in the future., English, Amharic, Strong understanding of Algebra and Geometry, Great time management skills, Answering Phone and taking orders, Leadership skills within being a club officer and tutoring, Patience, Great collaboration skills
Timeline
Destination College Advising Corps(DCAC)Ambassador
Pioneer High School
08.2026 - Current
Senior Class Vice President
Pioneer High School
08.2026 - Current
Baking Club President
Pioneer High School
08.2025 - Current
Service Learning Leadership
Pioneer High School
08.2025 - 05.2026
Stunt (CSC) Cheer
Pioneer High School
03.2025 - 05.2025
Sideline Cheer
Pioneer High School
05.2024 - 02.2026
Varsity Track
Pioneer High School
02.2024 - 05.2024
Tutor
Pioneer High School
01.2024 - Current
Interact Club
Pioneer High School
08.2023 - Current
Black Student Union (BSU) Club
Pioneer High School
08.2023 - Current
Tutor
Canoas Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2025
Babysitter
Self-employeed
01.2022 - Current
High School -
Pioneer High School
High School Diploma -
San Jose Community College