Lejia(Ivy) Cao
Ithaca,NY
Summary
Hardworking Design and Environmental Analysis student with focus on interior design. Passionate about studying sustainable design and healthcare design. Works well with peers and leaders to create diverse, inclusive team and campus.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Organized educational activities such as field trips and assemblies.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
Student Assistant
Cornell University Digital Design Fabrication Lab
Ithaca, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Ensured precise operation of fabrication equipment by conducting necessary adjustments.
- Troubleshot problems with the fabrication process and took corrective action as needed.
- Loaded raw materials onto machines in order to fabricate components according to blueprints or drawings.
- Monitored machine operations to detect potential problems or malfunctions.
- Removed finished products from machines and inspected them for defects or accuracy of dimensions.
- Assisted in the development of new processes and procedures related to fabrication operations.
- Organized work area by sweeping up debris, removing scrap material, stacking parts and cleaning surfaces.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the team about any issues that may arise during fabrication operations.
Teaching Assistant
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
- Specifically helping students with various BIM&CAD problems.
Student Assistant
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Organized event materials such as signage, decorations, catering supplies, and audio-visual equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and local laws during events.
- Assisted in the development of promotional materials for events including flyers, posters, and digital content.
Architecture Assistant
Continuatuion
Hangzhou, China
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Fixed damaged handcrafted architecture models through manual intervention.
- Repaired malfunctioning laser cutter while being supervised.
- Identified and updated outdated CAD drawings by replacing elements followed by laser cutting them with correct material.
Cat House Designer
Pom Pom Shop
- Developed and implemented innovative design solutions to complex user interface problems.
- Created detailed wireframes, storyboards, user flows and process flows to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
- Created high quality visual designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and intuitive for users.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Saint Mary Academy, Watchung, NJ
05.2021
Expected May 2025 -
Cornell University, College of Human Ecology
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Sketchup
- Lumion
- Enscape
- Fusion 360
- Daily Spanish
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Honor in Economics Horner Class (High school wide), 2021.
- Recipient of Outstanding in Studio Art Concentration class (High school wide), 2021.
- Recipient of 2024 Interior Design Educators Council Student Design Competition East Region Finalist
- 1st place of 2024 Cornell and Johns Hopkins University Design Charrette
School Activities
- President, Animation Club in high school, 09/2017 - 05/2018
- President, Environmental Club in high school, 09/2019 - 05/2021
- President, Sewing Club in high school, 09/2019-05/2021
- Character Designer, Cornell Chinese Drama Society 08/2021-12/2021
- Prop Preparation, Cornell Chinese Drama Society 01/22-04/2022
- Assistant Director, Cornell Chinese Drama Society 08/2022-12/2022
- Stage Manager, Cornell Chinese Drama Society, 01/2023 - 05/2023
- Technical Director, Cornell Chinese Drama Society, 08/2023 - Present
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Cornell University
08.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Cornell University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Assistant
Cornell University Digital Design Fabrication Lab
09.2023 - Current
Architecture Assistant
Continuatuion
06.2023 - 06.2023
Student Assistant
Cornell University
09.2022 - 09.2023
Cat House Designer
Pom Pom Shop
High School Diploma -
Mount Saint Mary Academy, Watchung, NJ
Expected May 2025 -
Cornell University, College of Human Ecology
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