Zaina Abouyoussef
Centennial,CO
Summary
Motivated high school senior with stellar leadership experience as Class President, NHS President, Speech and Debate President, and MSA president. A proven commitment to academic excellence (4.5 GPA, AP scholar, Congressional Gold Medal). Skilled in public speaking, tutoring, and cross-cultural communication with proficiency in Arabic and ASL. Experienced in coaching, community service, and creative arts and music. Dedicated to using education, leadership, technology to make a lasting impact on both local and global communities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Lotus School for Excellence
08.2025 - Current
- Developed tailored lesson plans to address individual student needs and learning styles.
- Assisted students with homework assignments, enhancing understanding of subject material.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies to promote engagement and retention of information.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Intern
Integrity Tax Group
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in preparing tax returns for individual and business clients.
- Supported the team in organizing client documentation and files.
- Conducted research on tax regulations to ensure compliance.
- Utilized accounting software to input financial data accurately.
Teacher's Assistant
Lotus School for Excellence
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and inclusive environment for all students.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student learning styles and abilities.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lotus School For Excellence
Aurora, CO05-2026
Family Drama: Crime, Destiny, and Tragic Kinship
Harvard University
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COIntro to Statistics, Pre-calculus, Calculus
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, Colorado, COBrigham Young University (BYU)
One-to-One Online World Language Programs
Language Bird
Skills
- Leadership: Communication and public speaking, debate, event coordination, peer mentoring, tutoring
- Languages: English (fluent), Arabic (native/bilingual), ASL (intermediate)
- Technical: Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, data management, statistics (introductory)
- Service: Coaching & Instruction (3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo), community service project management
- Creative: Drawing and illustration, digital art, music performance (electric guitar, oud, tabla)
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- In-person tutoring
- Adaptable nature
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Arabic (Native/Bilingual)
ASL (Intermediate)
EXTRACURRICULAR
- Taekwondo: Compete and learn as a student in Taekwondo for 12+ years. Earned the 3rd degree black belt.
- Speech and Debate: Compete in competitions and practice my event. Earned 3 regional awards.
- Music (Electric Guitar, Oud, & Tabla): Intermediate electric guitar, beginner in oud, and the tabla (Arabic instruments)
- Self-Taught Art: Through an online program (Udemy) I learned realism, color theory, perspective, animation, the art and science of drawing, and digital art
LEADERSHIP
- Class President
Coordinate with administration
Voicing the class’ question/concerns
Representing the class
- Speech and Debate President
Coordinate with coaches for meetings
Help members in their chosen events and judging
- NHS (National Honor Society) President
Coordinate with members to organize events
Implement student-mentorship programs
Organize fundraisers and potlucks
- MSA (Muslim Society Association) President
Coordinate with other MSA organizations
Organize food drives, fundraisers, and events
- Taekwondo Coach
Coaching young taekwondo students
Testing students for their next belts
HONORS & AWARDS
- Scholastic Art and Writing Competition: Art (Drawing & Illustration): 2 Gold Keys & 1 Honorable Mention. Writing (Personal Memoir): 1 Honorable Mention
- Speech and Debate Regional Competitions: 3 regional awards
- College Board: AP Scholar Award, National Recognition Program,
- Honors: National Honor Society
- Congressional Award Gold Medal
- Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition: In recognition of outstanding and invaluable service to the community
- Stem Star Certificate
Timeline
Tutor
Lotus School for Excellence
08.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Lotus School for Excellence
08.2022 - 05.2023
Intern
Integrity Tax Group
06.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lotus School For Excellence
Family Drama: Crime, Destiny, and Tragic Kinship
Harvard University
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Intro to Statistics, Pre-calculus, Calculus
Community College of Aurora
Brigham Young University (BYU)
One-to-One Online World Language Programs
Language Bird