Alexia M. Hicks
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Chesterfield County Public Schools, excelling in child supervision and fostering positive learning environments. Proven problem-solver with a keen attention to detail, enhancing program quality and promoting inclusion. Recognized for building strong rapport with students and effectively managing diverse classroom dynamics.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
Parks and Recreation Department
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
Annual Substitute Teacher
Chesterfield County Schools
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to share resources and strategies, enhancing overall teaching quality.
Kid's Club Supervisor
Onelifefitness
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Ensured compliance with local regulations by staying up-to-date on licensing requirements and adjusting policies as needed.
- Conducted regular safety audits on equipment, facilities, and procedures to maintain a secure environment for children at all times.
- Identified areas for improvement within the Kid''s Club program, making necessary changes to enhance overall quality of service.
- Managed staff schedules, ensuring proper coverage for all activities and maintaining a high standard of care.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles through the integration of physical fitness activities into daily routines.
Restaurant Hostess
Maggie Mcfly
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Services & Counseling
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12-2023
Fishers High School
Fishers, IN06-2019
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Patience and empathy
- Compassionate communication
- Attention to detail
- Role modeling
- Child supervision
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Parks and Recreation Department
06.2025 - 08.2025
Annual Substitute Teacher
Chesterfield County Schools
11.2024 - 05.2025
Kid's Club Supervisor
Onelifefitness
05.2021 - 07.2023
Restaurant Hostess
Maggie Mcfly
02.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Human Services & Counseling
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Fishers High School