Emma Dodson
San Luis Obispo,CA
Summary
Reliable and adaptable individual with a diverse background in childcare, food service, and youth coaching. Known for effective teamwork, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities, contributing to a positive atmosphere and smooth operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Various
San Luis Obispo, California
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Supervised children during playtime and educational activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children.
- Managed daily schedules including naps, meals, and activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's needs and progress.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for children to play and learn.
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
- Greeting parents upon arrival home from work and providing updates on the day's events.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Back of House Team Member
Timbre Winery Tasting Room
San Luis Obispo, California
04.2023 - 08.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and order in the back of house area.
- Assisted with inventory management and stock replenishment processes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.
- Supported event setup by arranging tables, chairs, and supplies as needed.
- Trained new team members on back of house procedures and best practices.
- Maintained communication between front-of-house staff members and back-of-house team members throughout service periods.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment and utensils after use to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Performed additional duties as requested by management team members.
- Provided support during special events or functions held on site.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment daily.
- Operated commercial dishwashing machinery efficiently and safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Trained new employees on proper dishwashing procedures and equipment use.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing, and restacking items.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
Junior Golf Coach
The First Tee of Central Coast California
Nipomo, California
03.2020 - 08.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for youth golf programs.
- Instructed participants on golf techniques and rules.
- Organized and facilitated community golf events for all skill levels.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during all activities and events.
- Communicated effectively with parents about program updates and participant performance.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Evaluated player progress and provided constructive feedback.
- Mentored junior coaches in instructional strategies and best practices.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance program delivery and participant experience.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Grande High School
Arroyo Grande06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2028
Skills
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Team building
- Project management
- Event coordination
- Leadership development
- Youth mentoring
- Conflict resolution
- Calendar and scheduling software
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Rule enforcement
- Relationship development
- Safety protocols
- Supply restocking
- Dining area maintenance
- Cleanliness standards
- Strong work ethic
- Special needs experience
- Early childhood education
- Personable nature
- Adaptability and resilience
- Reliability and punctuality
- Schedule management
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Follows directions
- Dependability
- Calm demeanor
- Following directions
Accomplishments
- Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish- Completed 4 years of Spanish in High School and passed the AP Spanish exam.
- AP Scholar- Exemplary college-level achievement, for scoring a 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams.
- AP Scholar with Distinction- received an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and score of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.
- College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program- recognized for being an academically high-achieving Hispanic-identifying person, only 2,500 people are recognized a year, and the requirements were to have passed a minimum of 3 AP exams and placed above a 1250 on the PSAT.
- California Scholarship Federation Honors- Maintained a high GPA standard for all 4 years of High School.
- 250 Community Service Hours Award- completed a minimum of 250 service hours while in High School.
- AP Capstone Diploma- earned score of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research, which consisted of writing professional-grade research papers for 2 years, and scoring a 3 or better on 4 additional AP Exams of my choosing
- First Team All League in Division I Golf- Placed in the top 8 of all girls in my area for golf(2023-2024)
- William Prince Scholarship Recipient- 2025
Affiliations
Volunteer Camp Counselor, Campfire Girls- Arroyo Grande, CA(2021-2022)
Timeline
Babysitter
Various
06.2023 - 08.2025
Back of House Team Member
Timbre Winery Tasting Room
04.2023 - 08.2025
Junior Golf Coach
The First Tee of Central Coast California
03.2020 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Grande High School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
San Diego State University