Kaelyn Cheng
Klamath Falls,Oregon
Summary
Friendly, dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with over 2 years of experience in outdoor education, youth programming, and childcare. Passionate about creating safe, engaging, and growth-oriented environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Head Start Program
Klamath Falls, OR
01.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social and emotional development among preschoolers.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Organized educational activities that promoted creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in students.
Outdoor Education Instructor & Summer Camp Village Lead
CYO Camp
Occidental, CA
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Led outdoor education programs for youth ages 5–15, emphasizing teamwork, environmental awareness, and personal growth.
- Supervised daily activities including hiking, team-building exercises, and nature-based learning sessions.
- Served as a village lead, managing up to 10 staff and ensuring the safety and engagement of over 60 campers per week.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and camp programming that supported social-emotional learning and youth development.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and child/staff ratios at all times.
Hostel Volunteer
World Packers
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated volunteer activities to enhance guest experiences and community engagement.
- Assisted in managing hostel operations, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance standards were met.
- Developed training materials for new volunteers, promoting consistent onboarding processes.
- Implemented feedback systems to gather insights from guests, improving service quality.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and addressing inquiries promptly.
Wait Staff Member
Running Y Ranch Resort
Klamath Falls, OR
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and prompt resolution of inquiries.
- Assisted in training new staff on service protocols and restaurant procedures.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food delivery and enhance dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Education
High School Degree -
Henley High School
Klamath Falls, Oregon05-2021
Skills
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution & Behavior Management
- Outdoor Education
- Communication & Relationship Building
- Safety Awareness & Emergency Response
- Positive Attitude
Timeline
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Head Start Program
01.2026 - Current
Outdoor Education Instructor & Summer Camp Village Lead
CYO Camp
08.2023 - 08.2025
Hostel Volunteer
World Packers
01.2022 - 06.2023
Wait Staff Member
Running Y Ranch Resort
11.2020 - 12.2021
High School Degree -
Henley High School