Andrew Ferris
Plymouth,MA
Summary
A nurturing Teacher Assistant, I possess strong communication, organizational and time management skills. I am also well-versed in early childhood education and development and age-appropriate instructional practices. In my role as a Camp Counselor, I am driven by a commitment to fostering personal growth and ensuring safety for all campers through positive engagement and compassionate communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Old Colony YMCA
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with teachers to implement classroom management strategies and lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress and communicated concerns or achievements to teacher.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities to maintain safety and wellbeing.
- Communicated effectively by being friendly and nurturing and building bonds with children.
- Encouraged children to navigate challenges independently and develop confidence and early learning abilities.
- Built positive working relationships with team, modeling appropriate behavior for children.
- Monitored children's behavior closely and addressed any issues or concerns promptly.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay updated on early childhood best practices.
- Followed licensing guidelines and company standards for daily care of children.
Camp Counselor
Old Colony YMCA
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Greeted campers each morning and introduced new campers to staff and other campers.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated closely with fellow counselors to ensure smooth daily operations and provided supervision and guidance to campers during daily routines.
- Created a positive environment that fostered personal growth and development for each camper and modeled teamwork.
- Acted as a role model for campers by demonstrating responsibility, respect, and kindness to all.
- Encouraged campers to navigate challenges independently and develop confidence.
- Monitored campers' behavior closely and addressed any issues promptly.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, assessed injuries, and administered first aid.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
Camp Counselor
Boys & Girls Club
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Acted as a positive role model and demonstrated strong leadership skills.
- Promoted children's growth through skill-building opportunities and teamwork.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors and supervisor.
Education
Certification - Early Childhood Education
Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA12.2017
High School Diploma -
Plymouth North High School
Plymouth, MA06.2016
Skills
- Positive Engagement
- Relationship Building
- Leadership Skills
- Promote Collaboration
- Effective and Compassionate Communication
- Creative and Energetic
- Dedicated and Reliable
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation
- CPR
- First Aid
Certification
Self-Advocacy and Leadership Skills (Quincy College)
Leaving Your Legacy Award (Old Colony YMCA)
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Old Colony YMCA
06.2019 - 08.2024
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Old Colony YMCA
01.2019 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Boys & Girls Club
06.2016 - 08.2016
Certification - Early Childhood Education
Cape Cod Community College
High School Diploma -
Plymouth North High School
Self-Advocacy and Leadership Skills (Quincy College)
Leaving Your Legacy Award (Old Colony YMCA)
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