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Dayana Gonzalez

Waco,TX

Summary

Dynamic Recreation Leader with a proven track record at City of Waco, excelling in fostering positive relationships and implementing effective recreation programs. Skilled in activity planning and customer service, I've successfully managed diverse teams, ensuring participant safety and satisfaction. My approach combines strong leadership with a friendly, positive attitude, significantly enhancing community engagement. I am well recognized at the center for always being so cheerful and welcoming to all guests that come in. Always gave back the correct information they needed to know and made sure they found what they needed.

Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.

Pursued a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreation Leader

City of Waco
08.2019 - Current
  • Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises among participants to promote cooperation, communication skills development.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with participants, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive recreational environment.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
  • Addressed participant concerns with empathy and professionalism, resolving issues in a timely manner to maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Supervised groups of up to 45 children under age of 13 from arrival through departure at end of day.
  • Trained new staff members on department policies, procedures, and safety protocols to ensure consistent service delivery across the team.
  • Enhanced participant enjoyment by designing and implementing diverse recreational activities and programs.
  • Transitioned participants between activities, rest periods and field trips.
  • Provided technical assistance to site leader to help coordinate diverse projects.
  • Provided first aid assistance during emergencies as needed, responding calmly and effectively under pressure situations.
  • Implemented risk management strategies during recreational activities to minimize incidents and ensure participant safety at all times.
  • Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.

Education

High School Diploma -

University High School
3201 S New Rd.
06-2019

Skills

  • Customer service skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Schedule Management
  • Safety awareness
  • Activity Planning
  • Daily Reporting
  • Policy Implementation
  • Recreation Programming
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Group Supervision
  • Customer Service
  • Reliability

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Recreation Leader

City of Waco
08.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

University High School
Dayana Gonzalez