Karla Palafox
Huntington Park,CA
Summary
Passionate Teacher Assistant experienced in working closely with children, planning and implementing activities. Strongly promoting safety measures to avoid accidents and injuries. Considered dependable, organized, driven and adaptable to changing conditions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
04.2013 - Current
- Arranged and led activities for students, including small group reading, one-on-one assistance, and tutoring students below grade level.
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Supervised small and large groups of students and maintained security throughout school buildings during lunch, recess, field trips, and physical education.
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and curriculum implementation.
- Assist with work outside of classroom when necessary including, office work and translation for parent meetings.
Day Camp Coordinator (Summers)
YMCA
Maywood, CA
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Planned and delivered daily schedules of activities for campers to Counselors.
- Identified and solved any problems for campers, staff, and parents.
- Communicate with parents about campers on a daily basis including phone calls and meetings.
- Completed emergency and safety checklist daily ensuring safety for campers and staff in all areas.
- Kept inventory of all supplies and equipment.
- Set up activities for each group before every rotation and cleaned up when rotations were over.
- Ensured that all sites and activities were left in a timely manner.
- Oversaw and supported staff including relieving for breaks, assisting with behavior, and covering campers when short-staffed.
- Plan and Coordinate trips and events for campers with Camp Director.
Lead Camp Counselor (Summers)
YMCA
Maywood, CA
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Lead a variety of small and large group activities daily including arts, dance, swimming, sports, and exercise training.
- Communicated with parents daily about campers' day and experience.
- Ensured a safe environment for all campers by enforcing rules, keeping site clean, and being prepared for all emergency procedures.
- Maintained constant supervision of all campers at all times and keeping headcounts.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance and incident reports.
- Assisted other counselors with activities and campers when short-staffed or necessary.
Summer Camp Counselor (Summer Volunteer)
YMCA Camp Round Meadow
Huntington Park, CA
06.2012 - 06.2012
- Participated in pre-camp training and planning process
- Responsible for a group of 12 campers ages 11 through 12.
- Supervised campers during cabin activities, special events, overnights, free time and meals.
- Served as a positive role model for all campers and peers.
- Planned and participated in all camp activities.
- Provided one-on-one counseling for campers when needed.
- Executed all emergency procedures for safety of campers.
- Assisted program directors and staff as needed.
Day Camp Activity Leader (Summer Volunteer)
YMCA
Huntington Park, CA
06.2010 - 08.2011
- Led group dance lessons, aerobics, and boot camp for 30 children ages 5 through 12.
- Supervised campers during lunch and break times.
- Planned and participated in all camp activities.
- Facilitated art activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maywood High School
Maywood, Ca2012
Child Development
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CASkills
- Childcare management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Activity planning
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Time management skills
- Excellent with kids
- Safety measures
Timeline
Day Camp Coordinator (Summers)
YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2018
Lead Camp Counselor (Summers)
YMCA
06.2013 - 08.2016
Teacher Assistant
LAUSD
04.2013 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor (Summer Volunteer)
YMCA Camp Round Meadow
06.2012 - 06.2012
Day Camp Activity Leader (Summer Volunteer)
YMCA
06.2010 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Maywood High School
Child Development
Cerritos College
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