Amanda Rowan
Westport,CT
Summary
Skilled Journalist with 6 years of experience in both online and print media reporting on diverse stories. Versed in digital media with experience in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, and skilled in writing and editing pieces for variety of platforms. Organized and dedicated reporter to speaking out against injustice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Families In My Community
02.2020 - Current
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Cheerleading and Gymnastics Coach
Families In My Community
02.2020 - Current
- Boosted gymnasts and cheerleaders confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
- Ensured safety of all participants through proper spotting and stretching techniques.
- Organized a cheerleading camp for one week with children of varies ages where they learned different stunts, cheers, dances, and teamwork.
- Developed strong relationships with families through open communication and giving ideas for training when I'm not there. Led to recommendations for other families looking for cheerleading or gymnastics private or group lessons.
Camp Counselor
Westport Parks And Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various campers ages 5 to 10.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Contributed to the boosting confidence in kids, working closely with supervisors to ensure campers wellbeing.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
After-School Tutor
Family & Children's Agency
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
- Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Staples High School
Westport, CTJournalism
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA05.2026
Skills
- Copyediting
- SEO Strategies
- Multimedia content creation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Skills Development
- Technical Writing
- Effective communication
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Westport Parks And Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2023
Babysitter
Families In My Community
02.2020 - Current
Cheerleading and Gymnastics Coach
Families In My Community
02.2020 - Current
After-School Tutor
Family & Children's Agency
01.2020 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Staples High School
Journalism
Lehigh University