Casey Troyer
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wilderness Field Instructor
Trails Carolina
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop consistent teaching approaches, resulting in improved student performance.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback, leading to higher levels of achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, establishing trust and promoting open communication for better understanding of course material.
- Conducted risk assessments for all field activities, implementing safety protocols to minimize potential hazards during instruction.
- Mentored junior Field Instructors, sharing best practices for effective instruction and fostering professional growth.
Head Canoe Instructor/General Camp Counselor
Camp Pinnacle
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Camp Pinnacle hosts over 800 children each summer.
- Taught campers outdoor-focused skills such as kayaking/canoeing, rock climbing and backpacking.
- Supervised children in cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Kayak Instructor/General Camp Counselor
Camp Pinnacle
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported suggestions and concerns to supervisor.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities.
- Developed and implemented canoe safety procedures for staff and campers.
- Administered first aid for accidents and injuries.
- Kept equipment and facilities organized and maintained to promote a safe and secure environment.
Education
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Clemson University
ClemsonSkills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Safety conscious
- Hard working and responsible
- Able to work under pressure
- Problem solver
- Strong teaching abilities
- Creative and energetic
- In-depth outdoor knowledge
- Whitewater knowledge
Certification
- American Red Cross Certification: Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Waterfront Skills.
- NOLS Certification: Wilderness First Responder.
- American Red Cross Certification: Adult/Child First Aid/CPR/AED.
Wilderness Experience
- Adventure Treks: Month-long intensive wilderness excursions to build proficiency in backpacking, climbing, white water activities, biking and outdoor leadership.
- Leadership Summit (Pacific Northwest) - June 26 - July 23, 2019
- Alaska Expedition - June - July, 2018
- California Challenge - June - July, 2017
- Pacific NW Adventure - June - July, 2016
- Organized and guided group overnight hiking trips for college students.
Timeline
Wilderness Field Instructor
Trails Carolina
09.2023 - 02.2024
Head Canoe Instructor/General Camp Counselor
Camp Pinnacle
05.2022 - 08.2022
Kayak Instructor/General Camp Counselor
Camp Pinnacle
05.2021 - 08.2021
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Clemson University
- American Red Cross Certification: Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Waterfront Skills.
- NOLS Certification: Wilderness First Responder.
- American Red Cross Certification: Adult/Child First Aid/CPR/AED.
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