Leigan Westphal
Bourbonnais,IL
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
Bourbonnais Township Park District
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
Before and After School Supervisor
Normal Parks And Recreation
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Conferred with parents about student behaviors and answered questions.
- Supported behavior control strategies with implementation of district-approved techniques.
- Planned and organized recreational activities for large and small groups of students.
Summer Camp Supervisor
Normal Parks And Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.
- Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
- Conferred with parents about student behaviors and answered questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2023
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written and Oral Communications
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Behavior Monitoring and Management
- Leadership
- Composure and Emotional Control
- Activity Planning and Coordination
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Bourbonnais Township Park District
06.2023 - 08.2023
Summer Camp Supervisor
Normal Parks And Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2022
Before and After School Supervisor
Normal Parks And Recreation
09.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
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