Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Extracurricular activities
Timeline
Leadership Positions
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Ella Burcklee Lancaster

Pauline,SC

Summary

Dynamic and reliable professional with extensive experience in childcare and retail, notably at Pine Cove Camps. Proven ability to build strong relationships and lead teams effectively. Skilled in problem-solving and schedule management, ensuring safety and satisfaction while fostering a positive environment. Committed to enhancing customer experiences and supporting individual growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nanny

Self-Employeed
01.2021 - Current


  • Built trust through open communication with both children and their parents
  • Exhibited patience and understanding when dealing with difficult behaviors from children
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to manage challenging situations that arose while caring for children
  • Showed excellent organizational abilities when planning activities, preparing meals, and maintaining the house
  • Created close friendships with both the children and their parents

Retail Worker

Pine Cove Camps
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Participated in regular inventory counts, allowing for accurate record-keeping and better decision-making regarding merchandise ordering.
  • Created an inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Partnered with multiple Pine Cove camp locations across Texas, Georgia, and South Carolina to manage food, beverage, and apparel inventory, orders, and sales

Volunteer

Clemson University
11.2024 - 08.2025
  • Volunteered as a small group leader for The Hills Retreat at Clemson University, guiding incoming Freshman girls through a week of community-building and campus involvement activities
  • Collaborated with fellow leaders for several months in advance to create a welcoming and engaging retreat experience for participants.

Camp Counselor

Pine Cove Camps
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Developed deep connections with campers of all ages, including both children and parents, while supporting their unique interests and abilities
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
  • Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
  • Established lasting connections with campers' families through consistent communication during and after their time at camp.

Volunteer

Eden's Farm
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Supported a nonprofit serving survivors of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation by assisting with facility projects and resource organization.
  • Helped organize donated clothing, build benches, and paint to improve the organization’s space.
  • Participated in an educational presentation to deepen understanding of human trafficking and survivor support.
  • Attended weekly preparation meetings in Clemson for several months prior to the trip to ensure readiness and effectiveness.

Tutor

Bridge Scholar
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology With A Minor In Biological Sciences

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Dorman High School
Roebuck, SC
05-2024

Skills

  • Approachable
  • Schedule management
  • Customer service
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Store maintenance
  • Stock replenishment
  • Payment processing
  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • CPR
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Extracurricular activities

  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
  • Pre Physical Therapy Club

Timeline

Retail Worker

Pine Cove Camps
05.2025 - 08.2025

Volunteer

Eden's Farm
03.2025 - 03.2025

Volunteer

Clemson University
11.2024 - 08.2025

Camp Counselor

Pine Cove Camps
05.2024 - 08.2025

Tutor

Bridge Scholar
08.2023 - 05.2024

Nanny

Self-Employeed
01.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology With A Minor In Biological Sciences

Clemson University

High School Diploma -

Dorman High School

Leadership Positions

  • Mentored new members as a SET Leader in the Epsilon Tau chapter of Kappa Delta at Clemson University, helping them navigate the new member process and transition smoothly into the chapter.
  • Served on the Matching & Logistics Team in Kappa Delta to assist in matching potential new members with chapter members to support successful recruitment and engagement in the chapter’s community and philanthropy.

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