Eyal Ben Izhak
Mobile Merchandiser And Former IDF Commander
Herzliya
Summary
Native in Hebrew, and fluent in English.
I am an enthusiastic youth leader with four years of instructional experience and three years of leadership and team management experience in the IDF. Skilled at counseling and leading groups, initiating engaging activities, and building inclusive environments where participants feel motivated, confident, and supported. Recognized for outstanding academic achievement and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Merchandiser
Fun City
11.2025 - Current
- Mobile Merchandiser at a party supplies retail chain, working across multiple locations based on operational needs. Responsible for store organization, inventory handling, and customer assistance in dynamic, fast-changing environments.
- Adapting quickly to different branches and teams, working effectively under short notice.
- Collaborating with diverse coworkers and customers, adjusting easily to different people and work styles.
- Handling inventory, logistics, and store operations while providing a friendly, family - oriented customer experience.
Recruit Group Commander
IDF Technology and Maintenance Corps & Israeli Air Force
12.2022 - 09.2025
- Guided 15 recruit groups (over 200 total participants) throughout their basic training experience.
- Taught professional training material, prepared lessons, and facilitated group discussions.
- Provided personal mentorship and emotional support, helping participants adapt to new challenges in military basic training.
- Created a positive and supportive group environment that encouraged teamwork and cooperation.
- Worked with diverse groups. Including ultra-Orthodox and secular recruits, academic reserve participants, and youth advancement program participants (endangered youth).
- Developed engaging group projects and activities that strengthened teams' interpersonal connections.
Junior Instructor - Volunteer
Ministry of Education “After-School” Program
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led five student classes in an after-school educational framework aimed at giving children a safe and social space every day after school and throughout summer breaks.
- Organized activities, games, and small educational projects for children, aimed at bringing the class together, and teaching new educational material in a fun manner (Outdoor Training).
- Tutored struggling students in core elementary school subjects, including mathematics, English, and other subjects.
Education
Full Matriculation Certificate - Bagrut
Harishonim High School
Herzliya, Israel06-2022
Skills
- Creating fun and engaging activities for groups
- Building strong personal connections with youth
- Encouraging teamwork, inclusion, and participation
Volunteer Work
Ministry of Education "After School" Program - Junior Instructor
Lev - Tov Elementary School | 2018 - 2022
- Led five student classes in an after-school educational framework aimed at giving children a safe and social space every day after school and throughout summer breaks.
- Organized activities, games, and small educational projects for children, aimed at bringing the class together, and teaching new educational material in a fun manner (Outdoor Training).
- Tutored struggling students in core elementary school subjects, including mathematics, English, and other subjects.
Timeline
Mobile Merchandiser
Fun City
11.2025 - Current
Recruit Group Commander
IDF Technology and Maintenance Corps & Israeli Air Force
12.2022 - 09.2025
Junior Instructor - Volunteer
Ministry of Education “After-School” Program
01.2018 - 01.2022
Full Matriculation Certificate - Bagrut
Harishonim High School