Irene Kim
Naperville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator and creative professional with experience supporting young children in classroom settings, teaching art-based curriculum, and assisting with daily classroom routines. Skilled in student engagement, classroom organization, positive behavior reinforcement, and communication with teachers and families. Bilingual in Korean and English, with strong ability to support diverse learners in an inclusive educational environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
PURPLELIST Ltd.
Seoul, Korea
07.2017 - 02.2025
- Managed daily operations, staff coordination, scheduling, and communication.
- Worked closely with clients to ensure clear communication and high-quality service.
- Developed strong organizational skills and attention to detail through multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
- Supported team management and maintained professional workplace routines.
Assistant Manager
MAKE SHOP COMPANY
Los Angeles, CA
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Assisted with customer communication and product coordination for online retail platform “Tailist.com.”
- Managed product purchasing, updates, and sales support.
- Maintained organized tracking systems and supported administrative tasks.
Fashion Designer
Sinbu
Los Angeles, CA
04.2010 - 04.2011
- Assisted senior designers with custom garment planning, fittings, and client communication.
- Provided detailed hands-on support through sewing and design execution.
- Supported customer consultations and ensured client satisfaction.
Kindergarten Teacher (Assistant)
Angel Kindergarten
Palisades Park, NJ
10.2009 - 01.2010
- Supported daily classroom routines and assisted the lead teacher with learning activities.
- Helped students with group activities, art projects, and classroom organization.
- Assisted in creating a safe and positive environment for children.
Fashion Designer
Yakjin Trading Corp.
New York, NY
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Conducted market research and prepared weekly reports to support planning.
- Managed fabric library organization and assisted with sample coordination.
- Supported presentations and communication with factories and buyers.
Art Teacher
Play Art
Fort Lee, NJ
02.2007 - 09.2008
- Planned and taught art lessons for children using structured and creative curriculum.
- Encouraged student engagement through hands-on learning and age-appropriate instruction.
- Managed classroom materials and supported student behavior during group activities.
Fashion Designer
Liz Claiborne
New York, NY
07.2006 - 12.2006
- Assisted with concept boards, fabric research, and presentation preparation.
- Supported design team with administrative and organizational tasks.
Art Teacher
Rutherford Music & Art Academy
Rutherford, NJ
01.2005 - 08.2006
- Developed and delivered art lessons for children to build creativity and confidence.
- Supported students individually and in small groups.
Fashion Designer
Katie Zorn
New York, NY
05.2005 - 07.2006
- Assisted with design development including draping, sketching, and sample preparation.
- Supported seasonal collection development and participated in fashion show preparation.
Intern
Clench
Little Ferry, NJ
05.2004 - 08.2004
- Supported designers with computer-based tasks, fabric research, and organization.
- Assisted in preparing materials for design projects.
Intern
Patrick Zepski
New York, NY
05.2003 - 08.2003
- Assisted with sample preparation and presentation support for seasonal collections.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School for Design
New York, NY05.2004
Skills
- Classroom Support & Student Supervision
- Instructional Support / Small Group Assistance
- Special Education Support (Classroom Assistance)
- Positive Behavior Reinforcement
- Classroom Organization & Lesson Preparation
- Child Development & Early Childhood Support
- Art & Creative Learning Activities
- Team Collaboration
- Bilingual Communication (Korean/English)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator
HONORS & AWARDS
Parsons School of Design Scholarship (KASF Scholarship), Silver Sample Award, Parsons School of Design (2003)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- Available for Instructional Assistant, Classroom Aide, and Paraprofessional positions
- Open to supporting multilingual learners and diverse student populations
Languages
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director
PURPLELIST Ltd.
07.2017 - 02.2025
Assistant Manager
MAKE SHOP COMPANY
05.2011 - 05.2012
Fashion Designer
Sinbu
04.2010 - 04.2011
Kindergarten Teacher (Assistant)
Angel Kindergarten
10.2009 - 01.2010
Fashion Designer
Yakjin Trading Corp.
09.2008 - 09.2009
Art Teacher
Play Art
02.2007 - 09.2008
Fashion Designer
Liz Claiborne
07.2006 - 12.2006
Fashion Designer
Katie Zorn
05.2005 - 07.2006
Art Teacher
Rutherford Music & Art Academy
01.2005 - 08.2006
Intern
Clench
05.2004 - 08.2004
Intern
Patrick Zepski
05.2003 - 08.2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School for Design