Jay Lynn Harvey
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Mission-oriented Assistant Youth Group Leader successful in developing robust youth ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping youths strengthen personal relationships with God and while providing growth opportunities. Talent in program administration, operations management and spiritual leadership. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Youth Group Leader
Methodist Services
09.2023 - Current
- Served as positive adult role model for youth through appropriate dress, speech and attitude.
- Self-motivated, with the strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in the team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Led group of 12 students in instructional setting,
Assistant Youth Group Leader
Methodist Services
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety policies and procedures to reduce sickness and injury.
- Reported accidents and unusual incidents and maintained necessary documentation to facilitate fact-finding process.
- Attended activity planning sessions and provided feedback.
- Developed and implemented after school program curriculum to reinforce lessons learned during school day.
- Contributed to positive, supportive relationships by maintaining contact with families by phone calls, conferences and family volunteer opportunities.
Summer Camp Head Counselor
Methodist Services
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Participate in the planning of group activities with senior counselors
- Communicated daily with parents to update as to child's progress or answer questions about child's activities
- Immediately responded to all incidents of safety, injury or illness
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
Assistant Group Leader
Rhodes Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Planned, prepared and implemented successful learning environment that supported and challenged child development.
- Attended activity planning sessions and provided feedback.
- Provided homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity using program curriculum and materials.
- Served as positive adult role model for youth through appropriate dress, speech and attitude.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Methodist Services
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
Nanny
Freeman Nanny Services
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Mercy Career & Technical High School
2900 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA 1912906.2021
Skills
- Youth Support
- Engagement Activities
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Group Assistance
Timeline
Assistant Youth Group Leader
Methodist Services
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Youth Group Leader
Methodist Services
09.2022 - 06.2023
Summer Camp Head Counselor
Methodist Services
06.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Group Leader
Rhodes Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Methodist Services
02.2021 - 08.2021
Nanny
Freeman Nanny Services
02.2019 - 03.2020
No Degree - Psychology
Community College of Philadelphia
High School Diploma -
Mercy Career & Technical High School
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