Kim became a member UNM’s Speech-Language Pathology Faculty in August 2024. She earned her bachelor's degree in communication sciences and Disorders from James Madison University, received her master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from Old Dominion University, and finally earned her Clinical Doctorate degree from through Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions.  She has worked as a Speech-Language Pathologist in a variety of clinical environments where her passion has always been working with individuals with complex communication needs. She has a particular love for working with children who utilize AAC devices in all therapeutic environments. Through working in schools, specialized schools, outpatient facilities, private practices, and even early intervention, her favorite aspect of therapy is always building foundational language skills.