Calvin Starks-Walden
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced After-School Program Assistant with strong background in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities for children. Skilled in fostering positive learning environment, managing group dynamics, and promoting student engagement. Strengths include ability to handle conflicts, good communication skills, and adaptability to diverse student needs. Proven record of creating impactful programs that cater to holistic development of children.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Youth Program Assistant
Boys and Club of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted with the organization and set-up of special events, including fundraising initiatives.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Organized field trips, supervised students during off-site visits, and ensured safety at all times.
- Provided assistance with homework completion and tutoring services when needed.
- Administered recreation programs to keep activities running smoothly to serve youth.
- Mentored youth on personal development topics such as goal setting, decision making, conflict resolution, communication skills.
- Encouraged youth involvement in extracurricular programs by providing information regarding available resources.
Intern
Voith and Mactavish
Philadelphia, PA
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Participated in project meetings with clients, contractors, and other architects.
- Researched zoning regulations, building codes, and other applicable requirements for projects.
- Reviewed contractor bids and provided feedback on selection criteria.
- Performed predesign phase feasibility or environmental impact studies.
- Evaluated materials for cost effectiveness and durability for use in projects.
- Took accurate site measurements to support building planning stages.
- Conducted on-site visits to construction sites to monitor plan compliance.
- Created renderings of proposed designs for clients' review.
- Attended site visits to observe existing building conditions and take measurements.
- Tracked construction project advancements to ensure adherence to plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Father Judge Highschool
Philadelphia, PA06-2024
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Staff support
- Valid Driver's license
- Community outreach
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Activity planning
- Child development
- Driven and outgoing
Timeline
Youth Program Assistant
Boys and Club of Philadelphia
07.2024 - Current
Intern
Voith and Mactavish
07.2024 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Father Judge Highschool
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