Alyssa Carlson
Summary
My greatest goal is to use and continue to develop my communication, leadership, and organizational skills to exceed expectations and build warm, meaningful connections wherever I go. I aim to allow my previous experiences with diverse groups of people inform my decisions and progress personally and professionally.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Leader
Girl Scouts Of Northern New Jersey
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors and children of varying ages and developmental levels
- Collaborated with other counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values
- Fostered a positive environment for both campers and co-counselors
Student Liaison
Mountain Lakes Borough Environmental Commission
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Attended monthly meetings with environmental leaders in my area
- Coordinated with commissions and local government about improving my community's environmental footprint
- Created an environmental service requirement for every student in my high school
Student Leader
Mountain Lakes Public Library Makerspace
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Planted & maintained library gardens
- Taught elementary and middle school students about seasonal planting and the importance of native plants in our environment
- Donated vegetables locally
General Member
New Jersey Student Sustainability Coalition
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Lobbied state legislators
- Attended events and wrote proposals to state leaders
- Advocated for a Green Amendment
Front Desk Representative
Seaton Hackney Stables
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Warmly greeted customers and assisted them in completing paperwork and enrolling into proper skill-level based lessons
- Answered calls, matched clients with coaches, resolved complaints, quelled nerves, and collected payment information
- Maintained organization and consistency in the front desk area
Camp Counselor
Seaton Hackney Stables
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Completed general tasks and communicated effectively with clients, parents, and other staff members
- Trained and mentored rising volunteers
- Resolved conflicts between campers in a compassionate and healthy way
- Adapted to schedule adjustments and ever-changing groups of campers while leading my team of younger volunteers
Babysitter
06.2021 - Current
- Provided care to young children, including bathing, playing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, and reading
- Promoted health, safety, and good behavior
- Built relationships with families through good work and open communication
- Remained patient and kind in difficult situations
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nutrition (Dietetics Track), Minor in Vocal Performance
Boston University
Boston, MA05.2027
High School Diploma -
Mountain Lakes High School
Mountain Lakes, NJ06.2023
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Reliability
- Time management
- Collaborative leadership
- Creative problem-solving
- Strong work ethic
Extracurricular Activities
- Music Director of my collegiate A Capella group
- Executive board member of High School Peer Leadership Program
- Executive board of Environmental Club
- Supervising editor and writer for MLHS Mountaineer (School Newspaper)
Awards
- National Honors Society
- World Language National Honors Society
- AP Scholar With Distinction
- Good MLHS Citizen Award
Timeline
Unit Leader
Girl Scouts Of Northern New Jersey
06.2024 - 08.2024
Student Liaison
Mountain Lakes Borough Environmental Commission
08.2022 - 07.2023
Student Leader
Mountain Lakes Public Library Makerspace
05.2022 - 07.2023
General Member
New Jersey Student Sustainability Coalition
10.2021 - 03.2023
Babysitter
06.2021 - Current
Front Desk Representative
Seaton Hackney Stables
03.2021 - 08.2021
Camp Counselor
Seaton Hackney Stables
06.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nutrition (Dietetics Track), Minor in Vocal Performance
Boston University
High School Diploma -
Mountain Lakes High School
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