Enthusiastic and personable Educator and Team Leader with passion for child development and a keen knowledge of camp programs. Utilizes excellent leadership skills and a positive attitude to succeed in collaborative environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Center Administrator
Camp Walt Whitman
06.2024 - 08.2024
Worked in collaboration with Head Nurse in managing Nursing staff of 6 Registered Nurses and 2 Student Nurses
Used Campminder software to update medical files for each camper, document scheduled appointments and Health Center visits for both staff and campers.
Transported campers to appointments for emergency medical care and specialist visits
Organized weekly body checks, 3 camp wide lice checks in collaboration with contracted lice removal company
Maintained Health Center patient rooms, laundry, and stock supplies
Picked up prescriptions and supplies as needed
Administered general first aid to campers and staff
Communicated with camper parents to relay medical information, update medical status and offer comfort and reassurance daily, as well as during off campus appointments
Assisted staff in booking outside medical or dental appointments if needed
Primary communicator between Health Center and Area Directors, Unit Leaders in regards of camper health care
Filed claims and followed up on previous Workers Comp claims between insurance agencies, local, off campus Medical centers, staff, and Camp Directors.
Assistant Director/Kindergarten
Riverside Montessori Learning Centre
06.2010 - 06.2017
Assisted in opening and operations development of new Montessori school for ages 3-6
Designed and developed policies and complete curriculum based on the Montessori philosophy
Designed lesson plans using the Montessori method to engage students and create a hands-on approach to learning simple and complex concepts
Supervised team of Teachers and Assistant Montessori guides
Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation, foster a love of learning, and growth
Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity
Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress
Organized educational activities and field trips off of school grounds
Prepared classroom supplies and materials to create stimulating learning experiences
Assisted in conducting interviews and assessed applicants' qualifications, skills, experience, and fit for available teaching positions.
Unit Leader/Cabin Counselor
Camp Walt Whitman
06.2005 - 08.2011
Participated in and helped deliver orientation sessions for new staff
Developed and maintained relationships with parents, staff members, and campers
Supervised team of counselors, providing support when needed
Communicated with parents to discuss any concerns or questions
Worked creatively with Directors, Area Directors and other staff to develop and carry out new theme days and special events
Promoted through ranks of Senior Camp Girls Cabin Counselor to Head Cabin Counselor, followed by Upper Upper Girls Unit Leader between years of 2005 and 2011.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Sunny Days Childrens Centre
09.2006 - 06.2010
Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children
Organized and maintained safe learning environment for children, including supervision meals and indoor and outdoor playtime
Ensured compliance with all provincial regulations related to preschool education standards while following New Brunswick play based learning framework for early learning
Collaborated with other teachers to plan special events such as field trips or holiday parties
Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, behavioral issues or concerns
Outdoor Fun Director
Camp Tamakwa
06.2007 - 08.2007
Prepared daily lesson plans focused on Outdoor Fun and camping skills, organized activities for campers of varying ages over 8 week period
Promoted team building exercises such as trust falls, scavenger hunts, small hikes, outdoor games, outdoor cooking, navigation games
Managed inventory of area supplies such as outdoor games, cookware, and food for outdoor cooking
Collaborated with fellow Activity Directors and Area Directors in planning fun camp wide evening events, special days and competitions such as movie nights, casino night, talent shows and color war.
Kids Program Counselor
The Tyler Place Family resort
05.2006 - 09.2006
Provided guidance and support to campers aged 3-12 in daily activities within their respective age groups
Supervised campers during meal times ensuring proper nutrition and hydration
Assisted in preparing materials needed for various activities daily
Communicated twice daily with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues if any arose
Participated in weekly staff meetings for improving program effectiveness
Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining a safe environment
Planned various indoor activities during periods of inclement weather to promote camper satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Recreation And Sport Studies -
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
International Montessori Early Childhood And Kindergarten Teaching Diploma -
North American Montessori Centre
11.2012
Skills
Staff Management
Training and Development
Lesson Planning
Program Development
Group Instruction (large and small)
Parent and Student Communication
Classroom Management
Classroom Documentation
Staff and Student Evaluation
First Aid and CPR
Healthcare Administration
Scheduling
Timeline
Health Center Administrator
Camp Walt Whitman
06.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Director/Kindergarten
Riverside Montessori Learning Centre
06.2010 - 06.2017
Outdoor Fun Director
Camp Tamakwa
06.2007 - 08.2007
Lead Preschool Teacher
Sunny Days Childrens Centre
09.2006 - 06.2010
Kids Program Counselor
The Tyler Place Family resort
05.2006 - 09.2006
Unit Leader/Cabin Counselor
Camp Walt Whitman
06.2005 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Recreation And Sport Studies -
University of New Brunswick
International Montessori Early Childhood And Kindergarten Teaching Diploma -
North American Montessori Centre
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