Kayla Kersh

• Hired as a Community Partner at CORE Butte Charter School in February 2021

• Managing a small group of peers as President and founder of the Literature Club at Chico High

1:1 Aide: Responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities to fully participate in recreational activities and programs, ensuring their inclusion and access by providing one-on-one assistance, adapting activities as needed, and collaborating with program staff to create an inclusive environment.

Adapting activities:

• Modifying existing programs or activities to accommodate different abilities and needs of participants with disabilities

Communication and collaboration:

• Working closely with program staff, parents, and other professionals to understand individual needs and implement appropriate support strategies

Behavioral support:

• Providing positive reinforcement and managing challenging behaviors as needed to maintain a safe and inclusive environment

Data collection and documentation:

• Recording observations about participant progress and needs to inform future program planning

Promoting inclusion:

• Actively encouraging interaction between participants with and without disabilities to foster a sense of belonging

• Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
• Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
• Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
• Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.

• Created my own tutoring business in August of 2020