Aziz Booker
ZEN Mountain Monastery
New York,NY
4
years of professional experience
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Outdoor Education,Childcare,Plant Care and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Work History
Monastery Resident
6 Months- Resident Student at a zen monastery.
- Facilitated daily meditation and mindfulness practices to enhance community engagement and personal development.
- Supported the organization of retreats, workshops, and events to promote spiritual growth and learning.
- Assisted in maintaining communal spaces, ensuring cleanliness and orderliness for all residents and guests.
- Developed awareness of Zen teachings through active participation in discussions and study groups.
- Primary Work related to helping out in shipping or helping out in various grounds (shoveling,weeding,) and mantience tasks (painting,
Camp Counselor
2 Months- Supervised camper activities ensuring safety and enjoyment throughout sessions.
- Facilitated team-building exercises enhancing campers' social skills and cooperation.
- Organized daily schedules balancing recreational, educational, and rest periods for optimal camper engagement.
- Developed engaging programs promoting environmental awareness through hands-on activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding camper progress and any concerns during their stay.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Resolved conflicts among campers promptly, fostering a positive camp environment conducive to personal growth.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Farm Education Intern
6 Months- Helped facilitate programs and activities that helped foster a greater awareness and appreciation of nature. Activities include but is not limted to: taking kids on hikes, teaching how to make sourdough bread from scratch, teching how to milk a cow,etc.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Assisted educators in classroom management and instructional strategies, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Implemented creative projects that encouraged students' critical thinking and collaboration skills.
Camp Counselor
2 Months- Supervised camper activities ensuring safety and enjoyment throughout sessions.
- Facilitated team-building exercises enhancing campers' social skills and cooperation.
- Organized daily schedules balancing recreational, educational, and rest periods for optimal camper engagement.
- Developed engaging programs promoting environmental awareness through hands-on activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding camper progress and any concerns during their stay.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Resolved conflicts among campers promptly, fostering a positive camp environment conducive to personal growth.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Technical/Production Assistant
3 Months- Chaperoning and guidance of students of NYFA summer camp for teens and youth program in film theory and technique during film shoots
- Operation of Visual and Audio equipment during film shoots such as the panasonic hm5 and canon 7d
- Seasonal
Scene Shop Apprentice
2 Months- Helping with the painting and sanding of background set pieces for theater shows
- Help in Rigging Lighting in Theatre
- Internship
Photographer and Sales Rep
1 Year 1 Month- Operation and Troubleshooting of Camera Equipment at event photo area
- Selling of Photos Event Visitors
- Seasonal
Video Editor Intern
4 Months- Editing and Cutting Gaming Videos into 22-25 episodic videos using Adobe Premiere Pro
- Creation of Intro and Outro graphic animation using Adobe After Effects
- Preparation of video files using adobe media encoder for broadcasting
- Internship
Camp Counselor & Media Director
3 Months- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Helped take and organize camp photo and video elements for public consumption.
- Evaluated camper progress, adapting programs to meet individual needs and interests.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
Education
No Degree
Skills
Collaborative learning
Blended learning
Child development
Emotional intelligence
Practical learning
Organic farming
Animal nutrition
Gardening and landscaping
Hiking
Mindfulness techniques
Timeline
Monastery Resident
ZEN Mountain Monastery
08.2025 - 02.2026Read More
Camp Counselor
Friends Camp
06.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Farm Education Intern
Hawthrone Valley Waldorf School
01.2025 - 07.2025Read More
Camp Counselor
Friends Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Photographer and Sales Rep
Photogenic Inc.
11.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Video Editor Intern
ESR 24/7 esports network
09.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Technical/Production Assistant
New York Film Academy
05.2023 - 08.2023Read More
Scene Shop Apprentice
CUNY-Hunter College
09.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Camp Counselor & Media Director
Mountain Meadow Ranch Summer Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022Read More
Hunter College
No Degree
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