Graciela Alvarez
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Dynamic Lead Counselor promoting four years of experience helping children to develop life skills while building relationships and having fun. Compassionate individual known for communicating well with others, problem solving, and managing time. Dedicated to promoting procedures and measures to encourage safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Membership Recruitment Assistant
Girl Scouts Of Northern California
11.2024 - Current
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to expand the pool of potential volunteers.
- Enhanced volunteer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
- Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual volunteer needs.
- Helped organized successful networking events to promote the organization and attract new members.
- Nurtured partnerships with other organizations within the community, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration that benefited both parties.
- Pursued existing and potential customers by phone, email to generate leads and new members.
Lead Counselor
Stanford University
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Facilitated open communication between counselors, campers, and administration through regular meetings and check-ins.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
- Evaluated counselor performance regularly to ensure continuous growth and improvement among staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
Counselor
Stanford University
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Implemented innovative ideas for theme days that increased overall participation rates and enthusiasm within the camp community.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Established lasting connections with campers'' families through consistent communication regarding progress and achievements during their time at camp.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create memorable events that promoted teamwork and strengthened bonds among campers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
College of Alameda
Alameda06.2025
High School Diploma -
Alameda Community Learning Center
Alameda06.2023
Associate of Science - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA 08.2025 - Current
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Staff Management
- Patience and Empathy
- Positive Engagement
- Team Leadership
- First Aid and CPR Certified
Timeline
Associate of Science - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
08.2025 - Current
Membership Recruitment Assistant
Girl Scouts Of Northern California
11.2024 - Current
Lead Counselor
Stanford University
05.2024 - 08.2025
Counselor
Stanford University
06.2022 - 04.2024
Associate of Arts - Psychology
College of Alameda
High School Diploma -
Alameda Community Learning Center
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