Erika Scala
Boulder,Colorado
Summary
Dynamic facilitator with proven expertise in activity planning and peer mentoring, honed at YMCA of the Rockies and Cherry Creek High School. Specializes in creating safe, inclusive environments that foster development and teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in participant engagement and skill application, leveraging strengths in group leadership and creativity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
YMCA of the Rockies - Snow Mountain Ranch
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of indoor and outdoor camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching activities for campers.
- Implemented rules and regulations to ensure safety and promote inclusivity.
- Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
Trained Facilitator
Cherry Creek High School
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Worked with participants of different ages, abilities, and background to facilitate a variety of team-building events.
- Carefully monitored participants and other staff to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with staff and supervisors to create detailed and creative lesson plans based on experiential learning.
- Helped participants connect learned skills to everyday life.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Molecular, Cellular, And Developmental Biology
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO05.2028
High School Diploma -
Cherry Creek High School
Greenwood Village, CO05.2024
Skills
- Activity Planning and Facilitation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Peer Mentoring
- Risk Management
- Group leadership
- Relationship Building
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Camp Counselor
YMCA of the Rockies - Snow Mountain Ranch
05.2024 - 08.2024
Trained Facilitator
Cherry Creek High School
09.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Molecular, Cellular, And Developmental Biology
University of Colorado Boulder
High School Diploma -
Cherry Creek High School
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