Kara Foust
Novi,MI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Tennis Instructor
Walled Lake Consolidated School District
Walled Lake, MI
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Motivated players to achieve full potential, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Taught group and private tennis lessons to students aged 5–14, emphasizing fundamentals and technique.
- Developed engaging drills and lesson plans tailored for skill levels from beginner to advanced.
- Handled payments and financial transactions for private lessons, maintaining accurate records.
Counselor-in-Training
Lake of the Woods Camp
Van Buren, MI
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided support to young girls ages 9-11, helping them overcome homesickness and social anxiety through empathy and encouragement.
- Organized creative arts and crafts activities to foster self-expression and teamwork among campers.
- Led tennis instruction sessions, emphasizing skill development and confidence in a supportive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2028
High School Diploma -
Walled Lake Western
Walled Lake 05-2024
Skills
- Lesson planning and drills
- Customer service and managing financial transactions
- Team collaboration and time management
- Safety awareness
- Organization and leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Motivation and enthusiasm
Affiliations
- Active member of the MSU Geology club (Aug 2024-Present)
- Volunteered in various projects through OCA (Organized Charity Association)
- Played varsity golf and tennis for all 4 years in high school
- Preformed in the Walled Lake Marching Band for 4 years
- Member of the Walled Lake Wind Ensemble
Accomplishments
- 2x Finalist in the MSHAA Girls Golf Regional tournament
- Medalist in the 2022 Lakeland Golf Tournament Invitational
- 2nd place award at South Lyon Quad Invitational for Girls 2 Doubles
- Received Walled Lake Western Golf 'Blue and White' award for integrity
- 2024 Walled Lake Western Girls Tennis Captain
Timeline
Youth Tennis Instructor
Walled Lake Consolidated School District
06.2024 - 08.2024
Counselor-in-Training
Lake of the Woods Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Walled Lake Western
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