Kyle White
Oklahoma City
Summary
Experienced and enthusiastic Recreation Leader with a strong background in planning, organizing, and leading dynamic recreational activities for youth. Skilled in fostering personal growth and teamwork through outdoor activities, structured games, and physical fitness initiatives. Demonstrated ability to create safe, inclusive, and engaging environments where children can build confidence, develop leadership skills, and form lasting connections. Known for combining energy, creativity, and responsibility to inspire youth and support positive development through meaningful recreational experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Leader II
Oklahoma City Parks And Recreation
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised and engaged groups of up to 20 children, ages 6–15, in daily recreational activities during summer day camps.
- Led outdoor hikes, games, and enrichment programs designed to promote teamwork, physical activity, and social development.
- Served as a transportation driver for youth council events and field trips, ensuring safe and timely travel.
- Acted as a positive role model, building rapport with campers and encouraging participation, cooperation, and respect among peers.
Learning Trainer
Amazon
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Welcomed and onboarded new associates, ensuring a smooth transition into the workplace and fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.
- Facilitated and monitored training sessions, ensuring completion and quality standards were met across all learning modules.
- Provided hands-on instruction in the Stow process and other critical operational paths, including Receive, Pack, Ship Dock, and Pick, to support workforce flexibility and operational efficiency.
- Delivered ongoing coaching and retraining as needed, checking in with associates to assess quality, performance, and adherence to standard procedures.
- Acted as a key point of contact for associate support and development, promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Camp Counselor
YMCA Camp Classen
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Served as a mentor and caretaker to a group of children over extended periods, fostering personal growth, confidence, and teamwork through consistent support and engagement.
- Ensured participant safety during water-based activities, including swimming and kayaking, by following strict safety protocols and supervising with vigilance.
- Instructed and led classes in a range of outdoor adventure and survival skills, including hiking, kayaking, archery, tomahawk throwing, air rifle use, and wilderness living techniques.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment that encouraged youth to explore the outdoors, develop new skills, and build lasting peer relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04-2027
Skills
- Camper supervision
- Recreation programming
- Outdoor education
- Safety insurance and monitoring
- Physical fitness
- Leadership development
Timeline
Recreation Leader II
Oklahoma City Parks And Recreation
02.2024 - Current
Learning Trainer
Amazon
08.2021 - 10.2023
Camp Counselor
YMCA Camp Classen
07.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
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