Ansley Jones
Fairfax
Summary
Empathetic and goal-oriented Psychology major with a passion for guiding and helping others reach their fullest potential, while valuing communication that is engaging, respectful, and effective. Skilled in conflict resolution, time management, leadership, and facilitating conversations with varying perspectives and backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Team Service Member
Michaels Arts and Crafts
Fairfax
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers in selecting art supplies and craft materials.
- Organized merchandise displays to create visually appealing store layouts.
- Stocked shelves with products and ensured inventory accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and work areas.
- Provided product information to customers to enhance their shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to set up promotional events and activities.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Supported team in achieving store goals through effective communication and teamwork.
- Delivered high level of service to customers in effort to build upon relationships for future.
Summer Camp Counselor
Capital Camps & Retreat Center
Waynesboro
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities and ensured participant safety throughout the camp experience.
- Facilitated engaging group games and arts and crafts sessions for campers.
- Assisted in planning and executing special events and themed activities for campers, ages 7 to 9 years old.
- Communicated effectively with campers to address needs and concerns promptly.
- Led nature exploration activities, enhancing campers' appreciation for the outdoors.
- Provided first aid assistance as needed, ensuring campers' health and well-being.
- Resolved conflicts between campers using effective communication strategies.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, and games, while maintaining a safe environment.
- Communicated with other counselors to coordinate group activities.
- Collaborated with other counselors to create fun learning experiences for campers.
- Supervised groups of children during recreational activities.
- Encouraged positive behavior among campers through role modeling and reinforcement techniques.
- Provided guidance and support to campers in a safe, encouraging environment.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of daily activities for campers, which involved getting to each scheduled activity.
- Engaged in conversations with individual children about their interests, concerns, goals.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behavior, and medical information for each camper.
- Planned various indoor activities during periods of inclement weather to promote camper satisfaction.
- Identified safety concerns and acted quickly to resolve issues and keep campers safe and healthy.
- Oversaw mealtime operations, ensuring dietary needs and preferences were accommodated.
- Led diversity and inclusion initiatives, creating a welcoming environment for campers of all backgrounds.
- Managed conflict resolution among campers, fostering a supportive and inclusive camp environment.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms for campers and staff, continually improving camp operations.
- Developed and led team-building exercises, promoting cooperation and problem-solving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Woodson High School
Fairfax, VA06-2024
Skills
- Effective communicator
- Team collaborator
- Customer service experience
- Conflict resolution skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Multiple priorities management skills
- Leading team meetings
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible scheduling
- POS systems
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management skills
- Team-building skills
- Experience in various statistical and programming software (SPSS and R)
- Making schedules
- Empathetic
- Goal oriented
- Presentation building and delivery skills
- Takes initiative
Custom Section 1
- During my first summer as a camp counselor, the age group I was assigned(7-9 year olds), had a 98% retention rate into the next summer.
Timeline
Seasonal Team Service Member
Michaels Arts and Crafts
12.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Capital Camps & Retreat Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
James Madison University
High School Diploma -
Woodson High School