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Jesse Stanley

Shaw,Kansas

Summary

Determined second-year graduate student with 9 months of child-caretaking experience and 2 summers of camp counseling experience. Experienced in leading and mentoring children of all ages. Skilled in conflict resolution, active listening, and personal coaching. Dedicated to continual personal and professional development required to provide the best possible care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Camp Leader

Youthfront Camp LaCygne
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Led groups of volunteers safely through a variety of camp spiritual, emotional, social, and outdoor activities.
  • Assigned jobs to each volunteer based on his or her skills.
  • Guided volunteers on how to maintain cleanliness, be punctual, and obediently follow orders.
  • Maintained a fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing a culture centered around collaboration, empathy, and personal responsibility.
  • Arranged a packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts, and learning opportunities to ensure spiritual and emotional growth and well-being.
  • Built and deepened positive relationships with parents, pastors, and mentors.
  • Supervised volunteer activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety, and inclusivity.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Served as a mentor for volunteers in their spiritual, emotional, and personal development.

Summer Camp Counselor

Youthfront Camp West
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Worked with children of elementary/middle school age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Worked with parents, pastors, and mentors of children to ensure their experience was safe and enjoyable for them.
  • Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
  • Led small groups for the campers to share their thoughts and feelings at the end of each day.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues, and goal achievement.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Acted as a positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.

Child Caretaker

Family And Friends
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest; active/outdoor play; problem-solving games and puzzles; and meals.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to increase and encourage learning.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Read stories, sang songs, and facilitated creative play such as crafts and coloring.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories, and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills through interactions with myself and each other.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
08.2022

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05.2019

Skills

  • Motivational Communication
  • Safety Requirements
  • Disciplinary Action
  • Student Development
  • Individual and Group Coaching
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Skilled in Mediation
  • Emotional Support
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Work and Task Assignment

Timeline

Summer Camp Leader

Youthfront Camp LaCygne
05.2022 - 08.2022

Child Caretaker

Family And Friends
08.2020 - 05.2021

Summer Camp Counselor

Youthfront Camp West
05.2019 - 07.2019

Master of Arts - Counseling

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Johnson County Community College

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