Yebin Amy Kim

Studying neuroscience before pursuing a medical degree to become an ophthalmologist and international missionary. Interested in specializing in eye diseases and debilitated-vision studies to pursue medical missions alongside my clinical work and experiences.

Light of Love Korean School-Level 4 Teacher

• Taught foundational Korean reading and writing to Korean-American students
• Emphasized individualized instruction and a supportive, nurturing learning environment
• Developed lesson plans tailored to students with diverse language backgrounds

Korean National Television — Students’ Day Broadcast

Presenter & Student Representative
College Sophomore

• Selected as a student representative for a nationally televised interview honoring Korean liberation leaders who fought for students’ right to education
• Presented reflections on the importance of education and historical legacy
• Broadcast nationally on KBS, SBS, and MBC in recognition of Students’ Day

San Francisco Korean Independence Day Festival

Master of Ceremonies (MC)
College Freshman

• Served as Master of Ceremonies for Korea’s National Liberation Day event
• Led formal presentations honoring families of Korean independence leaders
• Represented Korean-American youth in a major community cultural event

SF Korean History & Cultural Youth Camp

Team Leader
College Freshman

• Planned and coordinated educational programming with teachers and staff
• Led activities for Korean-American students (grades 6–12) raised in the U.S.
• Developed and presented video-based educational content on Korean history and global poverty
• Helped students connect cultural identity with global awareness and service

Independent Research & Creative Project

Research Documentary — Global Poverty

• Created and designed a research-based documentary examining poverty in developing countries
• Integrated historical, social, and humanitarian perspectives

University of Michigan — Blood Drives United

Volunteer

• Assisted with pre- and post-phlebotomy care
• Supported blood drive operations and participated in organizational meetings

Light of Love Mission Church — The Marks Korean College Ministry

College Volunteer | Summers

• Organized and led Vacation Bible School (VBS) programs in Pinogana, Panama, serving children in a rural jungle community
• Provided pastoral and logistical support to missionary families during field service
• Designed child-focused educational activities and assisted teaching teams to ensure effective program delivery
• Prepared and distributed subtitled learning materials to improve comprehension for participants

Light of Love Mission Church — Vacation Bible School

Lead Instructor
Fresno, CA | Summer 2020

• Served as primary group leader and instructor, overseeing daily lessons and activities
• Provided educational and spiritual guidance to children throughout a week-long program
• Coordinated with staff to maintain a structured, engaging learning environment

Sooyoungro Church — Missions Division (International Teams)

Volunteer
2017–2018

• Supported pharmacists and physicians during international medical mission efforts
• Assisted with child care and patient support while parents received medical services

Medical Missions — Rural Community Outreach

Volunteer
2018

• Assisted physicians and interned with ophthalmologists during rural medical mission programs
• Supported delivery of free vision screenings and distribution of corrective eyeglasses to underserved populations

• Karen Kim, LASIK Eye Center (Buena Park), (714) 716-2085
• Gina Kang, CCRS (Los Angeles), (323) 933-3111
• Anahit Simonyan, Gokoffski Lab (Irvine), (818) 292-6610