Journi Donato
Bloomingdale,IL
Summary
Personable and dedicated individual with strong foundation in child development and educational practices. Possesses knowledge of curriculum planning and classroom management, combined with effective communication and organizational skills. Aims to foster positive and engaging learning environment that supports student growth and development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Lifetime Fitness
05.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create memorable events that promoted teamwork and strengthened bonds among campers.
Aquatics Supervisor
Lifetime Fitness
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed lifeguards to make sure they are using proper rescue techniques and scanning protocols
- Developed strong relationships with patrons through attentive customer service while addressing concerns or complaints promptly.
- Reduced accident rates by conducting thorough risk assessments and maintaining a hazard-free pool environment.
- Responded efficiently to emergencies in the aquatics area, following established protocols to ensure safety of all patrons.
Peer Leader
Dominican University
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted first-year students in creating their personalized 4-year plan
- Cooperated with first-year seminar professors to support students in their transition from high-school to university life
- Consulted first-year students daily with academic courses, career interest, and employee opportunities
- Managed time efficiently while balancing multiple responsibilities as both a Peer Leader and full-time student.
Daycare Teaching Assistant
Dominican University
01.2022 - Current
- Interacted with 20-25 students between ages 2 and 5 .
- Assisted head teacher in promoting a safe classroom environment
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to provide a stimulating social and intellectual environment
- Incorporated hands-on experience to contribute positively to the growth and development of children in a nature and nurture setting
Aquatics Lifeguard
Lifetime Fitness
01.2022 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored between 1-50 swimmers to ensure their safety.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
Field Hours
Mary Lyon Elementary School
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with the head teacher to teach lessons on reading and mathematics material to 20 3rd graders
- Graded student work and entered grades into the teacher's gradebook.
- Interacted with 20 3rd graders to foster a welcoming learning environment that was fit to their academic needs.
Field Hours
Sayre Language Academy
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Interacted with 6-8 3 and 4 year olds who worked on different cognitive tasks and helped them build both fine and gross motor skills.
- Collaborated with the teacher to foster a welcoming classroom environment that was adapted to fit the different needs of students.
Field Hours
Lincoln Elementary School
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with the head teacher in assisting English Language Learners in building their English following the Heggerty Phonemic Awareness Curriculum.
- Interacted with different grade levels to guide students towards English proficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, English as a Second Language, Special Education
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2025
Skills
- Group leadership
- CPR
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Prominent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate communication
- Time management abilities
Fieldhours
- Mary Lyon Elementary School, Chicago, IL, 2023-2024, Collaborate with the head teacher to teach lessons on reading and mathematics material to 20 3rd graders., Grade student work and enter grades into the teacher's gradebook.
- Sayre Language Academy, Chicago, IL, 2023, Interacted with 6 to 8 3 and 4 year olds who worked on different cognitive tasks and helped them build both fine and gross motor skills.
- Lincoln Elementary School, River Forest, IL, 2023, Collaborated with the head teacher in assisting English Language Learners in building their English following the Heggerty Phonemic Awareness Curriculum.
Activities
Student's Today, Educators Tomorrow, 2021-2022
- Vice President
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Lifetime Fitness
05.2024 - Current
Field Hours
Sayre Language Academy
11.2023 - 12.2023
Field Hours
Mary Lyon Elementary School
10.2023 - 05.2024
Field Hours
Lincoln Elementary School
02.2023 - 03.2023
Aquatics Supervisor
Lifetime Fitness
01.2023 - Current
Peer Leader
Dominican University
01.2022 - Current
Daycare Teaching Assistant
Dominican University
01.2022 - Current
Aquatics Lifeguard
Lifetime Fitness
01.2022 - Current
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, English as a Second Language, Special Education
Dominican University
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