Lila Mauk

Dog Walker
Independent | Since Age 14

• Reliability & Responsibility: Provided consistent, on-time dog walking and pet care for multiple families.
• Animal Care & Compassion: Genuine love for animals, ensuring attentive, patient, and caring treatment during every walk.
• Time Management: Balanced regular walking schedules with school and other commitments.
• Trust & Communication: Built long-term, trusted relationships with pet owners through clear communication and dependable care

Babysitter
Independent | Since Age 13

• Childcare & Safety: Provided attentive, age-appropriate care for children, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Responsibility & Reliability: Trusted by families for consistent, dependable care, including evenings and weekends.
• Communication: Maintained clear communication with parents regarding routines, expectations, and children’s needs.
• Patience & Compassion: Demonstrated genuine care for children through calm, patient, and engaging supervision.
• Engagement & Activity Planning: Planned age-appropriate activities, games, and routines to keep children engaged.
• Problem Solving: Responded calmly and effectively to unexpected situations, prioritizing children’s safety and well-being.
• Time Management: Balanced babysitting commitments with school and other responsibilities.

Club Head — Current Events Club
The Hewitt School | April 2023 – Present | New York City

• Leadership & Facilitation: Lead discussions on global and domestic current events, fostering critical thinking, respectful debate, and informed perspectives.
• Program Planning: Organize and structure regular meetings, including selecting discussion topics and guiding discussion flow.
• Student Engagement: Encourage inclusive participation and thoughtful dialogue among members.
• Organization & Oversight: Oversee club operations, meeting logistics, and member involvement.

Student Fellow — Leaders for Tomorrow (LFT)
American Jewish Committee (AJC) | Sep 2024 – Present | New York City

• Advocacy & Leadership Development: Selected as a Student Fellow in AJC’s Leaders for Tomorrow program, a competitive initiative empowering high school students to become informed advocates for the Jewish community.
• Policy Education & Analysis: Participated in in-depth, expert-led workshops and discussions on antisemitism, Jewish identity, and U.S. public policy, developing a nuanced understanding of complex social and civic issues.
• Civic & Legislative Engagement: Engaged directly in the democratic process by lobbying on Capitol Hill and meeting with New York elected officials to advocate on issues impacting the Jewish community and broader civil society.
• Public Speaking & Advocacy Training: Developed strong communication and persuasion skills through hands-on advocacy training, policy discussions, and formal presentations.
• Collaboration & Professionalism: Worked alongside peers and professionals in a mission-driven environment, strengthening teamwork, professionalism, and leadership skills.
• Critical Thinking & Ethical Leadership: Applied critical thinking to evaluate policy positions, respond to antisemitism, and articulate informed, values-based perspectives.

Recruitment Ambassador
Jewish National Fund – USA | Jun 2024 – Present | Remote

• Outreach & Recruitment: Serve as a Recruitment Ambassador, conducting virtual outreach with prospective students and families via Zoom to share detailed information about Jewish National Fund programs and Alexander Muss High School.
• Communication & Presentation Skills: Clearly present program offerings, explain academic and experiential components, and respond thoughtfully to questions to support informed decision-making.
• Relationship Building & Trust: Build rapport with families through professional, empathetic communication, tailoring conversations to individual interests and concerns.
• Guidance & Support: Provide personalized guidance throughout the recruitment process, helping families navigate next steps and understand program expectations.
• Advocacy & Representation: Represent the organization accurately and professionally, serving as a knowledgeable point of contact during recruitment efforts.
• Professionalism & Accountability: Maintain reliability, preparation, and follow-through in all outreach interactions within a remote work environment.
• Skill Development: Strengthened advocacy, public speaking, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills through sustained recruitment and outreach work.

Candidate — Student Visionaries of the Year
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) | Sep 2022 – Present | New York City

• Fundraising & Campaign Leadership: Selected as a Candidate for LLS’s Student Visionaries of the Year campaign, leading fundraising and awareness efforts in support of blood cancer research, patient services, and advocacy.
• Revenue Generation: Successfully raised $30,000+ through community outreach, donor engagement, and event-based fundraising with the support of friends and family.
• Event Planning & Outreach: Organized and supported fundraising events while engaging community members, sponsors, and supporters to advance campaign goals.
• Team Collaboration: Worked closely with a team of peers to strategize, meet fundraising targets, and maintain accountability throughout the campaign cycle.
• Leadership & Advancement: Earned appointment to the Junior Leadership Team based on performance and commitment to the mission.
• Mentorship & Coordination: Mentor new candidates, assist with initiative coordination, and provide guidance on fundraising strategy and community engagement.
• Professional Skill Development: Built strong skills in networking, fundraising, recruitment, relationship management, and leadership within a mission-driven organization.

Pianist & Piano Instructor
Private Instructor/Student | Sep 2015 – Present (Teaching since 2023) | New York City

• Musical Training & Performance: Study piano under a private instructor, developing advanced technical proficiency in classical and contemporary repertoire.
• Performance Experience: Perform regularly at recitals and community events, demonstrating strong musicianship and stage presence.
• Music Theory & Sight-Reading: Strengthened sight-reading, music theory, and interpretive skills through sustained practice and performance.
• Teaching & Mentorship: Teach piano to lower school–aged students since 2023, providing foundational instruction in technique, rhythm, and music reading.
• Lesson Planning & Communication: Design age-appropriate lessons, communicate progress with families, and foster a supportive learning environment.

Honors & Awards / Extended Inquiry Research
The Hewitt School

• Extended Inquiry — Holocaust Aftermath Research | Jan 2026
  Conducted in-depth research on the lasting physical and emotional trauma experienced by Holocaust survivors, including interviews with survivors. Authored an op-ed amplifying survivor voices, reflecting on resilience, memory, and responsibility, and reinforcing the importance of preserving lived history.
• Extended Inquiry — Transgenerational Trauma Study | May 2025
  Researched the psychological impact of the Holocaust on survivors’ children, analyzing testimonies and historical patterns. Produced a 25-page paper exploring the persistence of trauma across generations and its influence on family dynamics.

Kenneth Leventhal Internship Nominee — StandWithUs
National Educational & Advocacy Program | Selected through Educator Nomination

• Advocacy & Social Impact: Nominated by multiple educators for a selective national internship focused on combating antisemitism, addressing the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, and promoting allyship across marginalized communities.
• Research & Critical Analysis: Engaged in structured programming examining the historical, political, and social dimensions of antisemitism and contemporary global conflict.
• Program Development & Coordination: Designed and implemented Holocaust education initiatives, including organizing survivor speaker events and coordinating school-wide programming.
• Public Speaking & Education: Delivered presentations and educational announcements to student audiences, increasing awareness of Holocaust history and modern antisemitism.
• Leadership & Initiative: Led commemorative efforts for key observances, including International Holocaust Remembrance Day, demonstrating initiative and accountability in mission-driven work.
• Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Summer Student — Summer Business Management Program
University of St Andrews | Jul 2025 – Aug 2025 | St Andrews, Scotland, UK

• Business Strategy & Operations: Gained hands-on experience in business strategy, operations, and leadership through participation in workshops, case studies, and team projects.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Worked collaboratively on real-world business challenges, developing practical solutions and contributing to group decision-making.
• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Applied analytical skills to evaluate business scenarios and propose strategic recommendations.
• Professional Communication: Strengthened written and verbal communication skills through presentations, reports, and group discussions.
• Practical Application: Integrated academic concepts with real-world business practices to enhance understanding of management principles.