Kaliyah Egwuekwe-Givens
Oak Park,IL
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Camp Counselor
Park District of Forest Park
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised and mentored camp staff to support camper needs.
- Managed weekly schedules for staff to ensure adequate coverage during field trips.
- Implemented conflict resolution plans to encourage positive camper interactions.
- Led weekly meetings with staff to streamline tasks.
- Onboarded and cross trained all new staff on operations and safety.
- Designed an activity sheet for staff to use throughout the day with their campers to assist with time management.
Camp Counselor
Park District of Forest Park
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised campers ages 6-10 years old and ensured their safety and well-being.
- Planned and led activities that were engaging; including arts and crafts, sports, and team-building exercises.
- Assisted in conflict resolution and addressed issues to maintain a positive camp environment.
- Supported daily operations by supervising meals, maintaining cleanliness, and enforcing camp rules.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding camper progress and concerns.
- Maintained daily logs and incident reports to document camper activities and any issues.
Camp Counselor
Park District of Forest Park
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised campers ages 6-10 years old and ensured their safety and well-being.
- Planned and led activities that were engaging; including arts and crafts, sports, and team-building exercises.
- Assisted in conflict resolution and addressed issues to maintain a positive camp environment.
- Supported daily operations by supervising meals, maintaining cleanliness, and enforcing camp rules.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding camper progress and concerns.
- Maintained daily logs and incident reports to document camper activities and any issues.
Junior Dance Instructor
Maywood Fine Arts
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Lead dancers in memorizing routines and warm-ups daily, to enhance their performances.
- Responsible for ensuring they had the appropriate uniform/shoes and attended classes on time.
- Responsible for escorting students between buildings to their activities, cultivating a sense of safety and support.
- Mentored up and coming dance instructors.
Babysitter
The Gaskin Family
01.2021 - 12.2021
- I cared for a boy and a girl, ages 5 and 8 on some weekdays and weekends.
- Established and maintained a safe play environment.
- Built a rapport with the parents to strengthen communication and build trust.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across various subjects.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Education
High School Diploma - true
Oak Park And River Forest High School
Oak Park05-2026
Skills
- Decision Making
- Conflict resolution
- Work Prioritization
- Time Management
- Organized
- Dependable
- Responsible
- Rule Setting
- Habit formation
- Behavioral reinforcement
- Communication Skills
Certification
- CPR/ First Aid/ AED Certified, 04/01/24
- QPR Certified, 04/01/23
Involvement
- CIEE study abroad, Monteverde, Costa Rica- Completed course work in climate sustainability and Spanish Language/Culture, gained proficiency in Spanish, completed research proposal on lessening waste in the atmosphere.
- Member of Black Leaders Union (BLU)-Discusses the adversities local black communities and black students face Actively engaged with student body to advocate solutions Constructed engaging presentations to educate staff and student alike.
- Community Outreach/ Social media Manager for Family and Consumer science club-Made presentations, public announcements, and ran social media account.
- Leader position for Females Reaching Educational Excellence.
Volunteer Experience
- A House in Austin- Completed 50 hours. Aided in supervising and educating children and their families about the importance of proper nutrients and enrichment through crafting recipes and organizing food/diaper drives.
- International community service in Costa Rica- Completed 12 hours. Painted the walls of an elementary school and tidied up a local coffee bean farm.
Timeline
Head Camp Counselor
Park District of Forest Park
05.2025 - 08.2025
Camp Counselor
Park District of Forest Park
05.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Park District of Forest Park
05.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Dance Instructor
Maywood Fine Arts
08.2022 - 07.2023
Babysitter
The Gaskin Family
01.2021 - 12.2021
High School Diploma - true
Oak Park And River Forest High School