Mackenzie DePietro
Groton,CT
Summary
Energetic Camp Counselor experienced in directing camp activities and helping children develop confidence and achieve life goals. Skilled at planning, executing and supervising activities including arts, sports, swimming, and boating activities. Strong interpersonal communication abilities that encourage a positive environment. Also reliable and compassionate at each job I have been at. Offering expertise in planning activities, maintaining safety and improving behavior. Well-versed in needs and behaviors of children between ages of 3-14. Skilled at coordinating events, directing craft times and other activities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Arts and Crafts Teacher
Rebecca Tovar
Mystic, CT
09.2023 - Current
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Organized activities to promote learning and increase student enjoyment.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Observed students to assess abilities, interests and learning objectives for personalized lesson planning.
- Created interactive activities to engage students and maximize learning.
Camp Counselor
Meghan Baxter And Rebecca Tovar
Mystic, CT
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Have been working with kids each summer and have learned new skills on different behavioral issues and how to overcome them.
- Learned how to make connections with kids.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
Internship Student/Aftercare Worker
Amy Babcock
Pawcatuck, CT
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Communicated with parents and staff to discuss educational policies and activities and students' learning and behavioral problems.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Education
Double Majoring in Bussiness And Psychology
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05.2027
High School Diploma -
Stonington High School
Pawcatuck, CT06.2023
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Educational Settings
- Educational Opportunities
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Classroom Observation
- Art Styles and Techniques
- Arts and Crafts
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Providing Feedback
- Classroom Management
- CPR certified
- AED certified
Timeline
Arts and Crafts Teacher
Rebecca Tovar
09.2023 - Current
Internship Student/Aftercare Worker
Amy Babcock
01.2023 - 06.2023
Camp Counselor
Meghan Baxter And Rebecca Tovar
06.2021 - 08.2023
Double Majoring in Bussiness And Psychology
Eastern Connecticut State University
High School Diploma -
Stonington High School