Jennifer Russo-McClellan
Pittsburgh
Summary
Resourceful professional with a strong background in child supervision and behavioral strategies. Experienced in facilitating engaging programs and improving student experiences, ready to contribute to a dynamic team focused on safety and positive development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Noon-Time Aide
Baldwin-Whitehall School District
Whitehall, PA
09.2021 - Current
- Implemented behavioral strategies to promote positive interactions among students, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
- Developed training materials for new aides, enhancing onboarding process and ensuring consistency in support services.
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Facilitated recreational activities tailored to individual interests, promoting social engagement and mental stimulation.
- Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.
Camp Counselor/Teacher's Assistant
Champions
Whitehall, PA
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Facilitated daily activities and programs for campers, enhancing engagement and participation.
- Supervised camper interactions, ensuring safety and adherence to camp guidelines.
- Taught creative lesson plans that promoted teamwork and skill development among participants.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Penn West
California, PABachelor of Science - Psychology & Criminal Justice
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA08.2003
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Creative and energetic
- Problem resolution
- Positive reinforcement
- Safety management
- Enforcing rules
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Emergency procedures
- Documentation and reporting
- Behavioral assessment
- Patience and understanding
- Empathy and patience
- Cultural sensitivity
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Camp Counselor/Teacher's Assistant
Champions
06.2026 - 08.2026
Noon-Time Aide
Baldwin-Whitehall School District
09.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Penn West
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Criminal Justice
Duquesne University