Brandon Marsella
Coventry
Summary
Proven leader in child and youth development, leveraging strong leadership and patience to foster environments where children thrive. Specializes in motivational techniques and safety awareness, ensuring a blend of educational enrichment and physical well-being. Diligent worker with proven background in child care management. Managed daily activities, ensuring safe and nurturing environment. Demonstrated effective communication and conflict resolution skills. Childcare professional with extensive experience in managing and supervising children's activities. Known for creating engaging and safe environments, fostering children's development. Reliable team player with focus on collaboration and flexibility to adapt to changing needs. Highly valued for strong organizational skills and nurturing personality. Professional athletic mentor and coach with strong track record in youth sports development and team building. Skilled in coaching techniques, player development, and strategic planning, ensuring optimal performance and growth. Emphasizes collaborative efforts and adaptability to meet evolving team needs. Demonstrates leadership, effective communication, and results-driven approach in fostering positive and cohesive team environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Babysitter
Private Party
02.2022 - Current
- Supported children''s emotional growth through compassionate listening and guidance during difficult situations.
- Established bedtime routines that supported healthy sleep habits for optimal growth and development.
- Increased parental satisfaction through regular updates on child development milestones and achievements.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group activities.
- Managed schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely transportation to various extracurricular activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication about childcare needs.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Coordinated special events such as birthday parties or outings, creating memorable experiences for both children and parents.
- Collaborated with other babysitters to ensure seamless care transitions during schedule overlaps or extended absences from primary caregivers.
- Ensured child safety by closely monitoring their whereabouts and implementing strict rules for risky activities.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
Youth Hockey Coach
WJHA, SRI Jr. Rams, Providence Bruins After-Skate
09.2021 - Current
- Organized off-ice training sessions for the optimal physical fitness of each athlete.
- Maintained accurate records/documentation detailing player injuries/medical information and communicated this info effectively to parentsguardians.
- Maintained facility in good condition by helping coordinate cleaning and maintenance work.
- Encouraged parent involvement by maintaining open lines of communication regarding player progress, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities.
- Established a strong, cohesive team culture by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among players.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players by modeling respectful behavior toward opponents and officials at all times.
- Increased player skill levels through individual coaching sessions tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
- Conducted daily sessions in strength training, technique drills and motivational tactics.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Maintained a safe training environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols during practices and games.
- Coordinated individualized and group instruction for hockey players aspiring to advance abilities.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to provide comprehensive support for players both on and off the ice.
- Developed training methods to build skills for different ages and ability levels.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Partnered with sports medicine professionals to address injuries promptly and implement injury prevention measures, minimizing player downtime.
- Evaluated player performance during games, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
- Facilitated regular parent meetings to discuss athlete progress, address concerns, and maintain open lines of communication with families.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Consistently led the team to successful seasons, resulting in multiple playoff appearances and championship wins.
Camp Coordinator
Lonsdale Elementary School
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork among staff members through regular meetings and ongoing feedback sessions.
- Managed daily operations of the camp, including staff scheduling, program planning, and budget management.
- Recorded attendance and contacted parents regarding absent campers.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to design engaging programming that catered to diverse age groups and skill levels.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
- Boosted camper retention rates by fostering a sense of community through team-building exercises and group activities.
- Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions and verifying basic knowledge of activities.
- Increased camp attendance through effective marketing and outreach strategies.
- Planned weekly camp program schedules for sports, field trips and arts and crafts activities.
- Trained and mentored new camp counselors in operations practices and camper-focused activities.
- Tracked facilities and equipment safety and cleanliness and took corrective action to resolve emerging issues.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, ensuring clear communication and trust throughout the camp season.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for all campers by enforcing strict safety guidelines and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Implemented an efficient registration process, streamlining check-in procedures for both campers and their families.
- Created interesting and educational lesson plans and implemented activities while engaging with children.
Education
No Degree - Law Enforcement | Child Development
CCRI - Warwick
Warwick06-2026
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Reliability and punctuality
- Safety awareness
- Positive reinforcement
- CPR training
- Age-appropriate play
- Child development
- Hygiene maintenance
- Adaptable approach
- Educational activities
- Strong work ethic
- Child transportation
- Problem-solving
- Game strategy
- Injury prevention
- Rules enforcement
- Parent interaction
- Fundraising
- Sportsmanship promotion
- Conditioning programs
- Practice planning
- Strong leadership
- Skating instruction
- Player development
- Team management
- Physical fitness
- Strength conditioning
- Motivational techniques
- Skill assessment
- Nutrition guidance
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Camp Coordinator
Lonsdale Elementary School
06.2022 - 07.2024
Head Babysitter
Private Party
02.2022 - Current
Youth Hockey Coach
WJHA, SRI Jr. Rams, Providence Bruins After-Skate
09.2021 - Current
No Degree - Law Enforcement | Child Development
CCRI - Warwick
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