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Kayla Penny

Kayla Penny

Santa Cruz

Summary

Versatile and motivated job seeker with a strong interest in diverse roles, including childcare, lifeguarding, program management, social services, food service, and more. Committed to furthering education and pursuing a Masters in Social Work. Ultimate occupational goal is to actively engage in crisis situations and offer vital assistance to individuals requiring psychiatric support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Aide

Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods
08.2023 - 12.2024
  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
  • Monitored and supervised children's activities throughout day for safety.
  • Implemented welcoming environment where children felt safe and secure and enjoyed interacting with others.

Lifeguard

Cal Poly Humboldt
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

Cougar Swim School/San Lorenzo Valley HS
06.2018 - 08.2021
  • Gave private swim lessons to students of all ages.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.

Busser/Server and Waiter

Scopazzi’s Restaurant
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.

Sports Camp Counselor

Valley Sports Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.

Junior Counselor

Tom Sawyer Camp
07.2016 - 08.2016
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Organized and guided group activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology

Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcata, California
12.2024

High School -

San Lorenzo Valley High School
Felton, California
06-2020

Skills

  • Service-Oriented Mindset
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective Leadership Qualities
  • Physically fit and active
  • Engaged and creative

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Program Aide

Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods
08.2023 - 12.2024

Lifeguard

Cal Poly Humboldt
01.2023 - 06.2023

Busser/Server and Waiter

Scopazzi’s Restaurant
05.2020 - 08.2020

Sports Camp Counselor

Valley Sports Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

Cougar Swim School/San Lorenzo Valley HS
06.2018 - 08.2021

Junior Counselor

Tom Sawyer Camp
07.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology

Cal Poly Humboldt

High School -

San Lorenzo Valley High School

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