Anna George
Altoona,IA
Summary
Offering genuine passion for working with others and dedication to fostering a fun and safe environment. Brings understanding of basic first aid, along with ability to quickly learn and implement guidelines and activities in any setting. Ready to use and develop communication and leadership skills. Able to communicate with both customers and co-workers and solve problems as they arise. Always excited and willing to learn and put new skills to the test!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Wakonda Club
Des Moines, IA
06.2025 - Current
- Led daily camp activities, fostering teamwork and engagement among participants.
- Developed and implemented creative programming to enhance camper experiences.
- Supervised groups of children, ensuring safety and adherence to camp policies.
- Monitored camper behavior, providing support and guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with staff to evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
Tennis Pro Shop Employee
Wakonda Club
Des Moines, IA
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted individual and group tennis lessons for diverse skill levels.
- Organized club events, promoting member participation and strengthening community engagement.
- Fielded phone calls, answered guest inquiries and provided information regarding club services.
- Contributed to pro shop needs by stringing racquets, merchandising products and managing customer needs.
- Kept Pro-Shop clean and tidy for members
- Served members during events and/or practices
- Gave/assisted in giving lessons
Drive Through Employee
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
Altoona, IA
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA05.2029
High School Diploma -
Bondurant Farrar High School
Bondurant, IA05.2025
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Effective communication
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Creative and energetic
- First aid
- Compassionate communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Road Trips
- Adventure Travel
- Playing Tennis
- Workouts
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Animal Care
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Reading
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Wakonda Club
06.2025 - Current
Tennis Pro Shop Employee
Wakonda Club
08.2024 - Current
Drive Through Employee
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
03.2023 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
St. Ambrose University
High School Diploma -
Bondurant Farrar High School