Kaitlyn Tolley
Orlando,FL
Summary
Resourceful Peer Mentor, babysitter, and volunteer with substantial background facilitating students with interpersonal, academic, religious, and career needs. Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations, providing coaching and feedback. Team-oriented with solid conflict resolution skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Mentor
UCF Navigators
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth and development.
- Implemented strategies to help mentees manage stress and difficult emotions.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to religion and career planning.
Babysitter
Casandra Salangin
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Mentor
Titusville High School
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Provided guidance on stress management and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm.
Volunteer
St Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Volunteered to sing when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2025
Associate of Arts -
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05.2023
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Community Resources
- Skill Development
- Counseling
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
Accomplishments
- Cared for 4 children ages 1, 4, 6 and 8.
- Increased parents' happiness by taking on additional chores and relieving burdens.
Timeline
Peer Mentor
UCF Navigators
10.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Casandra Salangin
05.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer
St Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church
01.2022 - 12.2022
Mentor
Titusville High School
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
University of Central Florida
Associate of Arts -
Eastern Florida State College