Experienced recreation professional skilled in organizing and managing diverse recreational programs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with ability to adapt to changing needs. Expertise in event planning, program development, and community engagement. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.
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Amiya Wiley
Country Club Hills,IL
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Hazel Crest Park District
Recreation Coordinator III
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Improved customer satisfaction with recreational services by regularly soliciting feedback and making necessary adjustments.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of 4 and 90.
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
- Enhanced participant enjoyment by designing and implementing diverse recreational activities and programs.
Hazel Crest Park District
Recreation Supervisor
05.2024 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Established a positive work environment by fostering open communication among staff members and promoting teamwork in daily operations.
- Cultivated positive relationships with youths and team members using good judgment, active listening and social perceptiveness.
- Increased participant satisfaction by planning and implementing engaging recreational activities for various age groups.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching to improve overall team efficiency.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Supervised groups of up to 60 children under age 12 from arrival through departure at end of day.
Northern Illinois University
Retail Dining Associate
08.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Provided customers with safe and clean environment to dine
- Maintained secure kitchen for preparing meals
- Trained new Dining Associates on best practices and company policies, contributing to cohesive team environment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and anticipating guests'' needs.
- Served over 200 people daily.
South Suburban College
Lab Attendant
08.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Monitored lab users with assistance on hardware issues
- Installed and used software programs on computers
- Printed documents and assist users in understanding and using certain operating systems
- Delivered reliable support during time-sensitive projects while maintaining attention to detail.
- Monitored over 50 computers while providing assistance to multiple individuals.
South Holland Community Center
Day Camp Counselor
05.2019 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Supervised over 100 campers ages 5-14 during a six-week summer camp
- Organized and led a variety of daily outdoor and indoor activities
- Collaborated with a counseling team to create a fun, engaging, and memorable summer that campers will never forget
- Contributed to a positive camp culture by modeling enthusiasm, respect, and kindness in all interactions with campers and coworkers.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with campers, staff, and families.
Education
Northern Illinois UniversityDeKalb, IL
Bachelor’s of Arts from Psychology
05.2023
University Overview
Minor in Black Studies
South Suburban CollegeSouth Holland, IL
Associate’s of Arts
05.2021
University Overview
Skills
- Observant
- Rapid and Adaptive
- Skilled Collaborator
- Solutionist
- Avid Communicator
- Senior Programs
- Youth engagement
- Special Event Planning
Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Mandated Reporter
Timeline
Recreation Supervisor
Hazel Crest Park District
05.2024 - 08.2024
Recreation Coordinator III
Hazel Crest Park District
10.2023 - Current
Retail Dining Associate
Northern Illinois University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Lab Attendant
South Suburban College
08.2019 - 05.2020
Day Camp Counselor
South Holland Community Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
South Suburban College
Associate’s of Arts
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Mandated Reporter
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor’s of Arts from Psychology
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