Ally McKenna
Mount Pleasant,MI
Summary
Seasoned Lead Summer Camp Counselor with significant experience in overseeing daily operations of outdoor recreational programs. Strong leadership skills, adept at managing staff and ensuring safety compliance while fostering an engaging environment for campers. Significant influence on previous work environments through thesuccessful implementation of innovative activities and team-building exercises. Demonstrated ability to enhance camper experiences by creating inclusive, fun-filled atmospheres that promote learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
Grand Traverse Bay Ymca
Traverse City, Michigan
06.2021 - 09.2025
- Supervised daily activities for campers, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Effectively resolving conflicts between campers.
- Creating a safe, positive environment for campers to learn and grow.
- Collaborating with other staff members to provide quality programming experiences for all campers.
- Organizing and supervising outdoor activities for campers.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
Wedding Caterer
Jacobs Farm
Traverse City, Michigan
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Set up dining areas, including table settings and decorations for events.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and serving areas throughout events.
- Cleaned up after each event, ensuring that all areas were left clean and sanitary.
- Set up buffet stations according to specifications provided by clients or wedding planners.
- Communicated effectively with other departments such as waitstaff and bartenders regarding timing and expectations for catered events.
- Monitored buffet throughout the reception to ensure adequate levels of food were available at all times.
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
Traverse City, Michigan
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted lead teacher in planning daily educational activities for children.
- Supported classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Engaged children in interactive play and learning exercises to enhance development.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and needs.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
Child Watch Staff Member
Grand Traverse Bay Ymca
Traverse City, Michigan
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supervised children's activities in a safe and engaging environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of the play area for all participants.
- Monitored children's behavior, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Organized age-appropriate activities and crafts to keep children engaged while in the facility.
- Performed regular cleaning duties including wiping down tables and chairs, sanitizing toys, and sweeping floors.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
Restaurant Hostess and Busser
West End Tavern
Traverse City, Michigan
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Greeted and welcomed guests upon arrival, ensuring a friendly atmosphere.
- Managed reservations and seating arrangements efficiently during peak hours.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests.
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in the dining area including wiping down tables and chairs between seatings.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Senior High School
Traverse City, MI06-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MISkills
- Activity supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy and patience
- Child engagement
- Creativity and innovation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Role modeling
Affiliations
- Central Michigan University Club Volleyball Player
Certification
- CPR and First-Aid Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Wedding Caterer
Jacobs Farm
05.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
Child Watch Staff Member
Grand Traverse Bay Ymca
01.2023 - 06.2023
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
Grand Traverse Bay Ymca
06.2021 - 09.2025
Restaurant Hostess and Busser
West End Tavern
06.2020 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
West Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
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