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Carter Friske

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Educational leader and aspiring secondary social studies teacher with 5+ years of experience in youth programming, classroom support, and staff leadership. Proven success managing large programs, supervising teams, and creating engaging learning environments. Seeking a teaching or education-focused role with long-term growth opportunities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

8&9 Program Director (current)

Leif Ericson Day Camp
06.2019 - Current
  • Program Director (2023–Current)
  • Senior Counselor (2021–2022)
  • Junior Counselor (2019–2020)
  • Oversee the largest camp program of 200+ campers and 16 seasonal staff.
  • Monitored program operations for compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Managed program operations, and provided strategic leadership for staff.

Student Teacher

Sioux Falls School District
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
08.2025 - 12.2025
  • Facilitated classroom activities that promoted student engagement and participation.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Provided individualized support to students during instruction and group work.
  • Organized educational resources and materials for effective lesson delivery.

Camp Operations Intern

Leif Ericson Day Camp
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Supported key projects to prepare for the summer.
  • Led summer staff recruitment of 40-50 staff by coordinating recruiting efforts.
  • I helped manage major projects, including building a new playground, restoring camp activities, and planning volunteer events.
  • Presented recruitment updates and project progress at board meetings to support future planning.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education, History & Political Science

University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD
05-2026

Skills

  • Program coordination
  • Operational planning
  • Program leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication

Certification

South Dakota Teaching Licensure - Anticipated May 2026

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Teacher

Sioux Falls School District
08.2025 - 12.2025

Camp Operations Intern

Leif Ericson Day Camp
01.2025 - 06.2025

8&9 Program Director (current)

Leif Ericson Day Camp
06.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education, History & Political Science

University of Sioux Falls
Carter Friske