Kara Duarte
Etobicoke,Ontario
Summary
I've been in love with books for as long as I can remember. Something about being able to dive into different characters head and become part of them and their world has always been such a comforting escape. By becoming part of the Ampersand Review, I believe that I can bring a fresh outlook to the magazine as well as its future issues.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Program Instructor
City Of Toronto, Parks And Recreation
03.2022 - Current
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques that catered to diverse learning styles, resulting in increased child engagement.
- Created environment that facilitated achievement of development outcomes and promoted and stimulated daily learning.
- Created fun and safe environments for children to make lasting memories, whether that be doing fun summer camp activities, or learning how to make delicious treats in various baking classes.
Camp Counselor
CITY OF TORONTO, Parks, Forestry & Rec
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering supportive, inclusive, and fun environments for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development.
- Promoted camper growth through individualized attention, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities.
- Supported campers in realizing their full potential through guidance and encouragement in skill development sessions.
- Assisted in the successful management of daily operations such as meal planning, activity scheduling, and site maintenance.
- Facilitated team-building exercises that encouraged collaboration among peers while improving interpersonal skills among participants.
- Implemented innovative ideas for theme days that increased overall participation rates and enthusiasm within the camp community.
- Encouraged team performance to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
Education
Honours Bachelors - Creative Writing & Publishing
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON04.2025
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Online Instruction
- Project-based learning
- Assessment creation
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Feedback Delivery
- Interpersonal Communication
- Public Speaking
- First Aid
- Group and individual instruction
- Course Planning
- Proficient in Microsoft/Adobe
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Conflict Resolution
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Social Development
- Creative Instruction Style
- Goal/Task Oriented
Languages
Timeline
Camp Counselor
CITY OF TORONTO, Parks, Forestry & Rec
06.2022 - 08.2023
Children's Program Instructor
City Of Toronto, Parks And Recreation
03.2022 - Current
Honours Bachelors - Creative Writing & Publishing
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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