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Kailyn Pillai

Livonia,MI

Summary

Dynamic and engaging professional with extensive experience in child development and equine activities, notably with Jennifer Blades. Excelled in creating safe, inclusive environments, enhancing team leadership, and employing problem-solving skills. Demonstrated proficiency in CPR and first aid, ensuring camper safety and fostering positive growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Camp Counselor

Jennifer Blades
06.2024 - Current
  • Worked with children of varying age, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of equine camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
  • Encouraged children to create friendships and work as a team.

Babysitter

Kristen Gierak
12.2023 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.

Tacker

Jennifer Blades
01.2019 - 06.2024
  • Worked with riders to prepare their horses before and after group and private lessons.
  • Worked with trainers to update lesson schedule throughout the day as students canceled or did not arrive for lessons.
  • Helped with various tasks such as setting jumps, grabbing horses from the pasture, working with paperwork, and informing parents.

Junior Camp Counselor

Jennifer Blades
06.2020 - 08.2023
  • Established trust between myself and fellow staff members through open communication.
  • Maintained high levels of energy and enthusiasm throughout long days filled with various activities.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all campers through effective supervision and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Reinforced positive behavior among campers through consistent praise and recognition of individual accomplishments while also addressing any inappropriate actions in a constructive manner.
  • Worked with campers to enhance skills both on and off the horse.

Babysitter

Annmarie Kowalski
06.2018 - 08.2021
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books with the child.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.

Dog Sitter

Sara Reed
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Followed pet care instructions, dietary needs, and medication regimens.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work space for all pet sitting tasks, including cleaning up after dogs during visits or overnight stays.
  • Satisfied employer by providing attentive and personalized care for their dogs.
  • Contributed to clients'' peace of mind by sending regular updates on their pets, including photos and videos.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Forensic Science

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
12-2027

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
Canton, MI
06-2024

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Positive engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Creative and energetic
  • CPR
  • First aid
  • Camper supervision
  • Arts and crafts
  • Planning and scheduling

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Jennifer Blades
06.2024 - Current

Babysitter

Kristen Gierak
12.2023 - Current

Junior Camp Counselor

Jennifer Blades
06.2020 - 08.2023

Tacker

Jennifer Blades
01.2019 - 06.2024

Babysitter

Annmarie Kowalski
06.2018 - 08.2021

Dog Sitter

Sara Reed
01.2018 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Forensic Science

Michigan State University

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
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