Emil L. Jones
Lake Forest
Summary
Developed strong leadership and organizational skills in dynamic camp environment, facilitating group activities and ensuring participant well-being. Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving abilities, adaptable to various settings. Looking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills can create positive impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Northstars 10 Hard Steps XC Camp
Evanston, IL
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Youth Sports Coach
Hi-Five Sports Clubs
Northbrook, IL
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians to encourage their involvement in the program''s success.
- Developed players' skills through training sessions for improved results in the program.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Helped organize and supervise birthday parties in our facility, engaging kids in football, soccer, and basketball.
Education
No Degree - Business
Lake Forest College
Lake Forest, IL05-2028
High School Diploma -
Carmel Catholic High School
Mundelein, IL05-2024
Skills
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Child supervision
- Effective communication
- Creative and energetic
- Activity supervision
- Time management
- Equipment inspection
- Patience and understanding
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
Hobbies and Interests
- Gaming
- Exercise and running
- Working with youth
- Giving my time to help at charity organizations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Youth Sports Coach
Hi-Five Sports Clubs
11.2022 - 05.2023
Camp Counselor
Northstars 10 Hard Steps XC Camp
07.2022 - 08.2024
No Degree - Business
Lake Forest College
High School Diploma -
Carmel Catholic High School