Jaxon Friedman
Bloomingburg,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic Camp Counselor with childhood education background and diverse sports knowledge. Supervised community-based children's sporting activities and promoted development of good sportsmanship and self-confidence. Excellent communications and relationship-building skills enabled achievement of desired goals. Energetic Camp Counselor experienced in directing camp activities and helping school-aged children develop confidence and achieve life goals. Skilled at planning, executing and supervising activities including arts, sports and hikes. Strong interpersonal communication abilities that encourage fun while sustaining camp missions. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Timberlake Camp
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures in nature.
Executive Board Member
Alley Oop For Autism
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted with development of organizational budgets and resource allocation plans.
- Presided over board meetings and conducted board business to address organizational objectives.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
- Raise money for children with Autism and homes that take care of children with Autism.
Lifeguard
Aquatic Recreational Management
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
Basketball Camp Instructor
Long Island Lutheran Middle & High School
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
Assistant Trainer
Ultimate Performance Fitness
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Filed, organized and archived training materials to support future training sessions.
- Liaised with trainers and participants to provide logistical and technical support before, during and after learning course.
- Scheduled venue, prepared course materials and formatted and branded materials to facilitate smooth training session.
- Developed assessment surveys, feedback and monitoring systems to drive analysis for training program reporting.
High Hoops Volunteer
Sid Jacobson JCC
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Participated in group activities with students to build teamwork and foster healthy relationships.
- Worked with special needs children to help teach the basics of basketball.
- Organized weekly sessions and spread the word to introduce new volunteers to the program
Camp Counselor
Sid Jacobson JCC Day Camp
06.2018 - 08.2018
- 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.
Ninja Warrior Instructor
Camp Jacobson
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Evaluated progress of individual students to adjust teaching strategies to meet needs.
- Facilitated learning through imagination, sensory activities and age-appropriate activities focusing on growth and development.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2025
High School Diploma -
Roslyn High School
Roslyn Heights, NY06.2021
Skills
- Fitness Instruction
- Time Management
- Policy and Procedure Adherence
- Camper Support and Assistance
- Organizational Leadership
- Effective Communication Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Interactive Learning
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Staff Management
- Life Skills Development
Certification
- Red Cross Certified 2020-Present
- CPR Certified 2017-Present
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Timberlake Camp
06.2022 - Current
Executive Board Member
Alley Oop For Autism
08.2020 - 05.2021
Lifeguard
Aquatic Recreational Management
05.2020 - 08.2020
Basketball Camp Instructor
Long Island Lutheran Middle & High School
06.2019 - 08.2019
High Hoops Volunteer
Sid Jacobson JCC
09.2018 - 04.2019
Camp Counselor
Sid Jacobson JCC Day Camp
06.2018 - 08.2018
Ninja Warrior Instructor
Camp Jacobson
06.2017 - 08.2017
Assistant Trainer
Ultimate Performance Fitness
02.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
High School Diploma -
Roslyn High School
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