Hannah Stillson
Castaic,CA
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with an extensive background in summer camp management, currently serving as an Assistant Summer Camp Director at Catalina Sea Camp. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire both staff and campers, fostering a safe, educational, and engaging environment. Adept at developing and implementing programs that promote learning, teamwork, and personal growth. Seeking to leverage my leadership skills and passion for youth development in the role of Summer Camp Director at Astro Camp.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Camp Director
GUIDED DISCOVERIES, CATALINA SEA CAMP
02.2022 - Current
- The oversight and management of the camp program
- Providing training and support to 20 counselors
- Organizing activities for staff and campers
- Ensuring communication between the Leadership Team and Counseling Staff
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication regarding camper progress and any issues that arose during the season.
- Implemented feedback from camper evaluations to continuously improve program offerings and overall camp experience.
- Trained new hires on camp policies and procedures, fostering a supportive work environment.
Second Grade Teacher
Desert Trails Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Kindergarten Teacher
Indian Bend Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Student Teaching
FLAGSTAFF JUNIOR ACADEMY
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
Cabin Counselor
GUIDED DISCOVERIES, ASTRO CAMP AND CAMP MOTORSPORT
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Planning events and activities for group of up to 12 campers ages 14-18
- Supervision and facilitation of the camp race track
- Planning astronomy experiments and activities
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative programming that catered to diverse interests and abilities of campers.
- Enhanced the overall camping experience with enthusiasm, energy, and a genuine passion for working with youth in an outdoor setting.
- Served as a positive role model for campers by exemplifying appropriate behavior both within the cabin setting and during group activities.
- Led engaging daily activities to create memorable experiences for campers of all ages.
- Supported camper growth by encouraging independence while providing guidance in various areas such as problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
- Fostered a positive cabin environment by organizing team-building activities and facilitating open communication among campers.
Crew Captain & Cabin Counselor
GUIDED DISCOVERIES, CATALINA SEA CAMP
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Direct supervision of up to 12 campers for 1 week sessions
- Oversight of the A-Crew consisting of 6 cabin groups
- Delegation of tasks and responsibilities to the A crew counselors
- Planning, organizing, and discussing important camp information as a Leadership Team member
- Facilitating events including nightly crew nights, dances, carnivals, and daily electives
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, contributing to overall camp enjoyment and success.
- Improved counselor-camper relationships through active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution skills.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with fellow counselors, campers, and families, fostering a strong sense of community within the camp setting.
- Enhanced the overall camping experience with enthusiasm, energy, and a genuine passion for working with youth in an outdoor setting.
- Led engaging daily activities to create memorable experiences for campers of all ages.
- Fostered a positive cabin environment by organizing team-building activities and facilitating open communication among campers.
- Supported camper growth by encouraging independence while providing guidance in various areas such as problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
Part Time Nanny
NANNYING
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Camp Counselor
VALLEY TRAILS
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Direct supervision of up to 18 campers entering kindergarten
- Facilitation of activities which included archery, high ropes course, ziplining, arts and crafts, and more
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Early Childhood
NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY
Flagstaff, AZ05.2022
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team building & facilitation of large groups
- Special Education experience
- Conflict resolution
- Staff Management
- Activity Planning
- Staff Training
- Child Development Understanding
- Team Communication
- Parent Communication
- CPR Certified
- Facility Management
- Recreational Activities
- Camp schedule management
- Team building
- Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- CPR and First Aid certified- American Red Cross
- Certified Rescue Diver - NAUI
- Certified Open Water Lifeguard - American Red Cross
- Certified Belay/Ropes Course Facilitator - ACCT
References
- Jacqui Howe, Summer Camp Director, Catalina Island Marine Institute, (618) 367-3672, jacqui@catalinaseacamp.org
- Paul Kupferman, Summer Camp Director, Catalina Island Marine Institute, (323) 823-1974, paul@catalinaseacamp.org
- Marta Maynard, Current Principal, (602) 449-4400, mmaynard@pvschools.net
- Jen Conway, Elementary Teacher, Flagstaff Junior Academy, (928) 853-3685, JenniferConway@fjaacademy.com
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Desert Trails Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Indian Bend Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Camp Director
GUIDED DISCOVERIES, CATALINA SEA CAMP
02.2022 - Current
Student Teaching
FLAGSTAFF JUNIOR ACADEMY
01.2022 - 05.2022
Cabin Counselor
GUIDED DISCOVERIES, ASTRO CAMP AND CAMP MOTORSPORT
07.2021 - 08.2021
Crew Captain & Cabin Counselor
GUIDED DISCOVERIES, CATALINA SEA CAMP
05.2021 - 07.2021
Camp Counselor
VALLEY TRAILS
05.2016 - 08.2020
Part Time Nanny
NANNYING
01.2014 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Early Childhood
NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY
- CPR and First Aid certified- American Red Cross
- Certified Rescue Diver - NAUI
- Certified Open Water Lifeguard - American Red Cross
- Certified Belay/Ropes Course Facilitator - ACCT
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