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Kiara de Lande

@kiaradelande

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Aspiring software developer with a strong foundation in computer science.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment where I can grow my skills and contribute to innovative projects.

I am a dedicated computer science student at Duke University, where I have excelled academically and gained valuable experience as a Head Undergraduate Teaching Assistant. My role involved designing and implementing training courses for new teaching assistants, which not only honed my leadership skills but also earned me the Outstanding UTA Award for exceptional teaching performance. I take pride in fostering a collaborative environment, managing a team of seven teaching assistants to ensure effective communication and optimal workflow.

In addition to my teaching experience, I have worked on several impactful projects, including developing a custom 2D graphics engine in C++ and creating a full-stack e-commerce web application in Python. These projects allowed me to apply my technical skills and work effectively in team settings, further enhancing my problem-solving abilities. I am passionate about using technology to create innovative solutions and am eager to contribute my skills to a dynamic team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Student Advisory Board Member

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Alliance for Identity-Inclusive Computing Education (AiiCE)

Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Researched strategies for creating a more inclusive computing education in K-12 schools. Served as a panelist in various conferences discussing equity in computing education.

Research Public Speaking Advocacy Collaboration Panel Discussion Panel Discussions

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Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

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Duke University Math Dept.

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Communicated information clearly and effectively to students, ensuring comprehension and engagement. Performed various administrative duties such as maintaining student records, creating course material, and grading student assignments.

Communication Interpersonal Skills Administrative Support Grading

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Head Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

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Duke University CS Dept.

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Designed and implemented various training courses for new teaching assistants, ensuring sufficient onboarding while maintaining semester-round support. Managed a team of 7 teaching assistants by ensuring communication on course expectations and delegating tasks to ensure optimal workflow.

Training Mentoring Team Management Communication Curriculum Development Workflow Optimization

Volunteer

CS Sidekicks

Oct 2022 - May 2023 (7 months)

Taught middle and elementary school students the basics of coding using Scratch and Code.org. Fostered an engaging learning environment for young students.

Teaching Mentoring Code.Org

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Grade: 3.73 GPA

Pursued a comprehensive curriculum in Computer Science, focusing on fundamental principles and advanced topics. Achieved a strong academic record, demonstrating proficiency in various computing disciplines.