Hi, I’m
Emma Peterson
Rochester,NY
Summary
I am interested in working as a Child Care attendant where I can use my current skills and enjoy my passion of working with kids at the same time.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Young Mens Christian Association Of RochesterRochester, NY
Before and After School Assistant
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Young Mens Christian Association Of RochesterRochester, NY
Child Care Worker
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities, and concerns.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others.
- Taught children educational games to reinforce learning of alphabets and numbers.
- Prepared and served nutritious and healthy meals and snacks.
N/A
Babysitter
06.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Provide care for an autistic sibling where my duties include meals, hygiene care, sports/educational activities, and safety.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Young Mens Christian Association Of RochesterEagle Bay, NY
Camp Counselor & Head of Arts and Crafts
06.2023 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Young Mens Christian Association Of RochesterRochester, NY
Day Camp Counselor
06.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Built and maintained positive relationships with campers, staff and families.
- Kept all camper and work areas neat, clean and organized.
Education
Saint Josephs UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
05.2027
The Aquinas Institute of RochesterRochester, NY
High School Diploma
06.2023
University Overview
- Presidents Club [2019-2023]
- Awarded St Josephs the Workers Award 3x, Women's Leadership Award, Student of the Month, Physical Education Award
- 3.70 GPA
- Elected to Vice President for Executive Council in 2022-2023
- Elected Captain of Varsity Cheerleading
- Extracurricular Activities: French Club, Community Service, Women's Leadership, Diversity Club, Peer Ministers, Executive Council, Student Council, Student Ambassadors
- Professional Development: Intern in Office of Advancement and Office of Enrollment
- Capstone Project: Sexual Assault & The Justice System
Skills
- Attention to safety
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Organized multi-tasker
- Strong communication skills
- Teamwork
- Patience
- Positive energy
- Great listener
- Hard worker
Volunteer Experience
- Brockport Toy Shelf
- Salvation Army’s Red Kettle bell ringing
- AQ volunteering at Fleming point
- YMCA camp clean up
- Cards for seniors/veterans
- AQ Varsity Tennis
- AQ Varsity lacrosse goalie
- CGL travel league lacrosse
Timeline
Camp Counselor & Head of Arts and Crafts
Young Mens Christian Association Of Rochester
06.2023 - 08.2023
Before and After School Assistant
Young Mens Christian Association Of Rochester
08.2022 - Current
Child Care Worker
Young Mens Christian Association Of Rochester
08.2021 - Current
Day Camp Counselor
Young Mens Christian Association Of Rochester
06.2021 - 08.2022
Babysitter
N/A
06.2017 - Current
Saint Josephs University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
The Aquinas Institute of Rochester
High School Diploma