Anna Shea
Eau Claire,WI
Summary
Enthusiastic Camp Counselor with childhood education background and diverse sports knowledge. Supervised community-based children's sporting activities and promoted development of good sportsmanship and self-confidence. Excellent communications and relationship-building skills enabled achievement of desired goals. Organized and dependable, willing to take on new tasks.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
YMCA Pabst Farms
06.2023 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA Of The Chippewa Valley
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories and facilitated creative play.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA Pabst Farms
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories and facilitated creative play.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Summer Nanny
Kaitlyn Maupin
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Summer Nanny
Kristyn Eiring
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Education
High School Diploma -
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI05.2025
Skills
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate Communication
- Camper Support and Assistance
- Group Supervision and Management
- Time Management
- Group Discussions
- Administer First Aid
- Writing
- Staff Meetings
- Issue Identification
Timeline
Camp Counselor
YMCA Pabst Farms
06.2023 - Current
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA Of The Chippewa Valley
09.2022 - 05.2023
Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA Pabst Farms
06.2022 - 08.2022
Summer Nanny
Kaitlyn Maupin
06.2022 - 08.2022
Summer Nanny
Kristyn Eiring
05.2020 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
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