MaKayla Swiney
Pulaski,VA
Summary
Energetic Camp Counselor experienced in directing camp activities and helping school-aged children develop confidence and achieve life goals. Skilled at planning, executing and supervising activities including arts, sports and hikes. Strong interpersonal communication abilities that encourage fun while sustaining camp missions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Camp Mont Shenandoah
06.2023 - 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.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
- Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures in nature.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
Server/Hostess
Eccoti
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
Daycare Teacher
Bundle Of Joy
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
Education
No Degree - Health Sciences
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VAHigh School Diploma -
Goochland High School
Goochland, VA06.2023
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Issue Identification
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Parent and Guardian Feedback
- Plan Activities
- Daily Logs
- Group Discussions
- Group Leadership
- Enforcing Rules
- Behavioral Issue Response
- Dietary Needs
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Camp Mont Shenandoah
06.2023 - 08.2023
Server/Hostess
Eccoti
11.2022 - 08.2023
Daycare Teacher
Bundle Of Joy
06.2021 - 07.2021
No Degree - Health Sciences
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
High School Diploma -
Goochland High School
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