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Kayla Crecco

2813 Hedwig Drive, Yorktown Heights,NY,

Summary

A full-time student working towards my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. My focus has always been working with children. I intend to explore the different areas of Psychology to gain a wide experience of the opportunities within this field.

Overview

Work History

Child Care Provider

Yorktown Heights
, NY
  • Provided care and support for elementary age children
  • One child diagnosed with an eating disorder - Worked together towards maintaining and enforcing healthy eating habits
  • One child diagnosed with dyslexia and social and behavioral disorders - Helped focus on homework and lesson plans and redirect their attention when needed

Tutor

Yorktown Heights
, NY
  • Helped multiple elementary school children with reading and math skills

Camp Counselor

Yorktown Stage Theater Camp
Yorktown Heights , NY
  • Assisted children with learning songs, dances, and lines for live weekly performances
  • Made sure children were in a safe environment at all times

Education

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY
2025-12

Psychology

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI

High School Diploma -

Yorktown High School
Yorktown Heights, NY
2022-06

Skills

  • Child Psychology
  • Psychology of Personality
  • Developmental Psychology Across Lifespan
  • Statistics of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Goals and objectives

My long-term goal within the field of Psychology is to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through empathy, understanding, respect, and by giving emotional support to those seeking professional help. I would like to gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health disorders, treatment options, and recovery strategies.

Academic Achievements

GPA: 3.94

Deans List 

Fall 2022

Spring 2023

Fall 2023

Volunteer

  • American Psychological Association - Student member
  • Not One More - A movement for eating disorder awareness week for February 23rd-25th, 2024. Provides support for all individuals experiencing eating disorders, as well as their loved ones
  • National Alliance for Eating Disorders - Volunteer
  • Alpha Xi Delta - Supported and raised money for our philanthropy, The Kindly Hearts Initiative, which helps children experiencing homelessness and foster care
  • Varsity Athletes Against Substance Abuse - Advocated for younger students on the dangers of substance abuse and encouraged them to remain drug and alcohol free
  • Circle of Friends - Worked to include children with disabilities
  • Big Buddies - Provided support, guidance, and encouragement for incoming freshman as they began high school
  • Enrichment Helpers Club - Helped elementary school kids with their homework

Timeline

Child Care Provider

Yorktown Heights

Tutor

Yorktown Heights

Camp Counselor

Yorktown Stage Theater Camp

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Mercy University

Psychology

University of Rhode Island

High School Diploma -

Yorktown High School
Kayla Crecco