Kyle Royston
Pittsburgh,PA
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. Talented in promoting safety, activity engagement and positive behavior. Collaborate effectively with colleagues to generate innovative ideas and resolutions to complex problems.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Emma Kauffman Camp a subsidiary of the Jewish Comm
Morgantown, WV
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Promoted team building exercises such as trust falls, scavenger hunts, and ropes courses.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
Snowboard Instructor
Seven Springs Ski Resort a subsidiary of Vail Ski
Champion, PA
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Instructed snowboarders in the safe and proper use of snowboarding equipment.
- Explained safety rules and regulations to students prior to each lesson.
- Assessed student's ability levels and provided instruction accordingly.
- Taught basic skills such as balance, coordination, edge control, pressure control and carving.
- Conducted lessons focusing on improving technique and developing confidence in riding abilities.
- Provided feedback to students regarding their performance during lessons.
Camp Counselor in Training
Emma Kauffman Camp a subsidiary of the Jewish Comm
Morgantown, WV
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted camp counselors in leading activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, archery, and outdoor games.
- Helped ensure that all campers were safe at all times during their stay at the camp.
- Encouraged children to participate in team building activities and facilitated group discussions.
- Collaborated with other counselors-in-training to plan engaging events for the campers' enjoyment.
- Monitored camper behavior by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
Pittsburgh, PA06-2025
Skills
- Parental Communication
- Child Supervision
- Group activity implementation
- Team Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Group and individual instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Activity Planning
Certification
- Snowboard Instructor Certification – Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors.
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Emma Kauffman Camp a subsidiary of the Jewish Comm
06.2024 - 08.2024
Snowboard Instructor
Seven Springs Ski Resort a subsidiary of Vail Ski
12.2023 - 03.2024
Camp Counselor in Training
Emma Kauffman Camp a subsidiary of the Jewish Comm
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Snowboard Instructor Certification – Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors.
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
High School Diploma -
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
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