Soyeon Park
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Educator and researcher pursuing an M.S. in Positive Psychology at Arizona State University (4.0 GPA). Delivered undergraduate and graduate instruction in developmental and positive psychology courses. Built engaging Canvas LMS learning experiences with substantive formative feedback and inclusive mentoring aligned with the ASU charter.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
Tempe, Arizona
08.2026 - Current
- Assisted with behavioral experiments and naturalistic observation protocols, utilizing developmentally appropriate research methods to investigate cognitive development.
- Supported research on early cognitive development, information-seeking behaviors, and curiosity in infants and young children under Dr. Kelsey Lucca.
- Coordinated participant recruitment and family scheduling, facilitating community-based data collection through outreach efforts at Living Lab, Children’s Museum of Phoenix.
- Maintained open-science practices and organized empirical data management, ensuring rigorous standards in behavioral video coding.
Graduate Course Assistant
Arizona State University, ASU
Glendale, Arizona
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated online instruction and student engagement for undergraduate courses PSY 335, PSY 336, and PSY 341 with Dr. Shanni Tromp, and graduate course PSY 585: Advanced Positive Psychology with Dr. Jacey Coy.
- Reviewed, graded, and provided formative feedback on reflective assignments, empirical discussion board prompts, and final projects through Canvas LMS.
- Led digital office hours, answered student academic questions promptly, and guided learners through core concepts in positive and developmental psychology.
- Collaborated with lead instructors to standardize grading rubrics, ensuring clarity and consistency in assessment while fostering a supportive learning environment.
Curriculum Research Assistant
Arizona State University, ASU
Glendale, Arizona
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Transformed empirical research on gratitude, positive emotions, resilience, and family systems into practical teaching frameworks that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Developed applied teaching strategies and classroom discussion materials that fostered cross-cultural competence and promoted psychological flourishing among diverse student populations.
- Helped develop graduate curriculum modules for PSY 598: Positive Psychology of Thriving Family Systems and PSY 556: Cultural Intelligence under the mentorship of PI Dr. Laura Petrolle Clemons.
Counselor's Assistant
Psychology Consultation 'Seoul Lounge Cheongdam'
Seoul, South Korea
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered comprehensive intake evaluations, including MMPI-2 and BDEFS, under licensed supervision to guide structured intervention plans.
- Assisted with individual, couple, and family counseling sessions focused on communication, emotional regulation, and relational functioning.
- Assisted with psychological assessments and counseling services under the supervision of a licensed clinical psychologist and a clinic director to enhance client care.
- Organized assessment findings into structured reports for clinical review. into clinical progress notes to document client growth and inform treatment adjustments.
Assistant Teacher
Korea Institute for Children's Social Development
Seoul, South Korea
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Facilitated structured social-skills training and behavioral support for children with ADHD and ASD, promoting engagement and social success.
- Monitored peer interaction patterns and directed behavioral adjustments using evidence-based strategies to improve social dynamics.
- Collaborated on developmental interventions with lead clinical therapists and specialists to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
- Worked with parents and multidisciplinary clinical team to align developmental goals across therapeutic and home settings.
Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
The Catholic University of Korea
Bucheon, South Korea
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Contributed to quantitative meta-analysis research under the supervision of PI Dr. Boyoung Kim, enhancing understanding of adult attachment and chronic loneliness.
- Systematically screened and coded findings from 90+ empirical studies on links between adult attachment styles and chronic loneliness.
- Executed effect size calculations and statistical synthesis in SPSS and Excel, uncovering cross-cultural patterns in adult attachment styles and chronic loneliness.
- Presented preliminary findings in department lab seminars and played a key role in preparing research manuscripts for publication.
Education
Master of Science - Positive Psychology
Arizona State University
Glendale, AZ12-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Catholic University of Korea
Bucheon, South Korea08-2024
Exchange Student - Psychology
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI12-2023
Skills
- Research analysis
- Behavioral coding
- Psychological assessment
- Instructional design
- Program design
- Academic mentoring
- Academic counseling
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
08.2026 - Current
Curriculum Research Assistant
Arizona State University, ASU
01.2026 - 05.2026
Graduate Course Assistant
Arizona State University, ASU
08.2025 - Current
Counselor's Assistant
Psychology Consultation 'Seoul Lounge Cheongdam'
05.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Teacher
Korea Institute for Children's Social Development
03.2024 - 06.2025
Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
The Catholic University of Korea
03.2023 - 12.2024
Master of Science - Positive Psychology
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Catholic University of Korea
Exchange Student - Psychology
Alverno College