Eliana Brochu
Hardwick,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional well-known for promoting positive environments for learners. Reliable and dedicated with excellent interpersonal skills. Expert in various subjects and multiple teaching methods. Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Instructor/Counselor
Battle Creek Outdoor Education Center/Clear Lake Camp
Battle Creek - Dowling, Michigan
11.2022 - Current
- Instructor - Teaches 5th and 6th graders outdoor education and outdoor adventure.
- Subjects include recycling, orienteering, sustainability, map reading skills, identifying micro- and macro-invertebrates, predator and prey relationships, ecosystems, canoeing, archery, wilderness survival skills, high ropes, climbing tower, food webs, all through team-building exercises, engaging classroom activities, and camp activities.
- Overnight dorm instructor - responsible for safety in the dorm when we have an overnight camp. 20–40 kids.
- Here, I am also gaining experience with handling animals and animal care: feeding and cleaning.
- Facilitated outdoor education programs for diverse groups of children and adults.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promote teamwork and cooperation.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Volunteer and help with social media for our organization. - Creative, confidentiality
Dishwasher
Hardwick Village Restaurant
Hardwick, VT
10.2016 - 2026
- I started solely as a dishwasher. Through time, I started to prepare food, deep clean, bring food to customers and learn how to interact with customers over the phone.
- After a year or so, I worked my way up being a waitress but only when they needed me, I would also host. I was primarily the dishwasher.
Program Coordinator, Assistant Director, Co- Health Officer
Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming
Red Lodge, Montana
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Seasonal position.
- The program coordinator's duties were to plan weekly schedules for campers and staff. I was also in charge of training counselors and preparing them for their week.
- Assistant Director - Managed communication between stakeholders and program participants.
- Co-Health Officer - Conducted health assessments and screenings for campers. Took responsibility for their health concerns and conditions, and was responsible for medication distribution.
Farm Hand, Volunteer
WorkAway
Hilo, Hawaii
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Volunteer at a fruit farm or homestead in Hilo, Hawaii, in exchange for housing, similar to WWOOFing.
- Harvesting fruit and processing it, weeding, making garden and hugelkultur beds, working in hot, rainy, and humid conditions, heavy lifting, and working with tools like machetes and a wood chipper.
- Shared living space.
- Identified plants, fruit, and soil.
- Cultural exchange.
Camp Counselor
Old Orchard Beach Recreation
Old Orchard Beach, ME
06.2021 - 2022
- I was a camp counselor for a day camp in Old Orchard Beach.
- My tasks were to group manage, have 30-40 children under my wing, problem-solve quickly, talk to parents, and teach lesson plans to children (ages 4-6 were my age group).
- Experience with personally assisting with type 1 diabetes.
- I also worked for the morning and after-care program through the same camp.
- Experience driving a 14-seater bus.
- Here, I also had a one-on-one with a child who had Down syndrome. This has made me learn basic communication skills through sign language.
- Being that I work for the recreation department, I have also done work with them, such as event management.
- Only after the first summer, I moved up as a co-coordinator, where I was in charge of numbers, talking to parents, lesson plans, financials, and transitions.
Seed Packing/Crew Member
High Mowing Seeds
Wolcott, VT
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Operated seed packaging machinery for efficient product preparation, computers, scales, and pricing guns.
- Required to work quickly and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area throughout shifts.
- Gained valuable knowledge of small, organic and local agriculture.
- Required to be on my feet for a long period of time.
Register and Cafe Team Member
Buffalo Mountain Coop and Cafe
Hardwick, VT
06.2019 - 2020
- Prepared and served coffee and food items to customers promptly.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of cafe workstations and dining areas.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere in the cafe.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided excellent service.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled cash accurately.
- Followed health and safety guidelines for food handling and sanitation practices.
Day Camp Counselor
MASP
Morrisville, VT
10.2015 - 05.2017
- I was a camp counselor at an after-school and day camp.
- Supervised children during daily activities and ensured safety at all times.
- Planned engaging games and activities to promote teamwork and fun.
- Communicated with parents regarding camper progress and daily updates.
- Monitored emotional well-being of campers, providing support when needed.
Education
3 years - Eco-Tourism and Hospitality, Environmental Science
University of Southern Maine
Gorham, ME01.2023
High School Diploma -
Hazen Union School
Hardwick, VT01.2019
Skills
- Love for the outdoors
- Loves creating relationships
- CPR certified
- Farm hand experience
- Experience with Type 1 Diabetes
- Work exchange
- Cultural exchange
- Outdoor education
- ESI certification
- Health office experience
- Level 1 archery certification
- Hands-on learning
- Creating my own schedule
- Program coordination
- Lesson planning
- Health assessments
- Safety management
- Team building
- Event management
- Quick problem-solving
- Public speaking
- Cultural sensitivity
- Animal care
- Customer service
- Cultural awareness
- Student advocacy
- Outdoor education
- Outdoor adventure
- Outdoor recreation
- Classroom management
- Medication administration certification
Languages
English
Previous Residence
888 Center Rd, Hardwick, VT, 05843
Current Residence
10160 S-M37, Dowling, MI, 49050
Languages
English
Full Professional
ASL
Elementary
Certification
ESI
Timeline
Program Coordinator, Assistant Director, Co- Health Officer
Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming
06.2025 - 07.2025
Instructor/Counselor
Battle Creek Outdoor Education Center/Clear Lake Camp
11.2022 - Current
Farm Hand, Volunteer
WorkAway
09.2022 - 10.2022
Camp Counselor
Old Orchard Beach Recreation
06.2021 - 2022
Seed Packing/Crew Member
High Mowing Seeds
01.2021 - 03.2021
Register and Cafe Team Member
Buffalo Mountain Coop and Cafe
06.2019 - 2020
Dishwasher
Hardwick Village Restaurant
10.2016 - 2026
Day Camp Counselor
MASP
10.2015 - 05.2017
3 years - Eco-Tourism and Hospitality, Environmental Science
University of Southern Maine
High School Diploma -
Hazen Union School