Bethany Matje
Burlington
Summary
Dedicated worker with a strong background in youth mentoring and activity management in various youth programs, listed below under Experience. Recognized for group management, cooperation, and communication skills. I am passionate about fostering engaging, supportive, and safe environments for youth and adults, wherever I work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
Greater Burlington YMCA Rock Point Summer Camp
Burlington
06.2024 - Current
- Managed conflict resolution among campers, fostering a supportive and inclusive camp environment.
- Group management and supervision on field trips.
After School Program Staff
Greater Burlington YMCA Jericho Elementary
Jericho
01.2024 - Current
- Directly interacted with and supervised elementary students ranging from kindergarten to fourth grade.
- Assisted management of craft activities, and gym/playground activities.
Ski Instructor
Bolton Valley Ski Resort
01.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that included drills and activities tailored to each student's individual needs.
- Created a positive learning environment through enthusiasm, patience and motivation.
Ski Instructor
Spring Mountain Adventures
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Most Valuable Employee Award, Jan. 2021
- Instructed skiers of all ages and abilities on safety, proper form, equipment usage, and skiing techniques.
- Trained new instructors on teaching methods, procedures, rules and regulations.
Rock Climbing Instructor
Gravity Vault
Radnor
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Created a safe learning environment by enforcing rules and regulations related to the sport of rock climbing, while emphasizing fun.
Theater Technician Camp Counselor
Germantown Academy Summer Camp Program
Fort Washington
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Work with younger children to support the production of their play.
- Assisted in the management of the design/building process of the set.
- I ran the soundboard during the performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Germantown Academy
Fort Washington, PA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
University of Vermont
Burlington, VTSkills
- Communicates well with children and adults
- Able to motivate others to achieve their goals
- Adaptive
- Inclusivity awareness
- Positive attitude
- Activity Planning
- Group management
- Youth mentoring
Accomplishments
- Most Valuable Employee Award, 2021
- Captain's Award, Cross Country, 2022
- Best Set Nomination, Tech Theater, 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Greater Burlington YMCA Rock Point Summer Camp
06.2024 - Current
After School Program Staff
Greater Burlington YMCA Jericho Elementary
01.2024 - Current
Ski Instructor
Bolton Valley Ski Resort
01.2023 - Current
Rock Climbing Instructor
Gravity Vault
05.2022 - 07.2022
Theater Technician Camp Counselor
Germantown Academy Summer Camp Program
06.2021 - 07.2021
Ski Instructor
Spring Mountain Adventures
12.2020 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Germantown Academy
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
University of Vermont
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