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- Animal Care
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Historical Exploration
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Volunteer Work
Hi, I’m
Margaret Barry
Shaker Heights, OH,OH
Summary
Dynamic Child Care Leader at the Cleveland Skating Club, adept at fostering positive relationships through effective communication and compassionate support. Certified in First Aid and CPR, I implemented innovative activities that enhanced child development while ensuring safety and well-being. Proven problem-solver with a commitment to teamwork and collaboration in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cleveland Skating Club
Child Care Leader
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Established effective communication lines with parents and children developing strong positive relationships and promoting trust in our childcare program.
- Trained new staff members to uphold the high standards of care expected at our facility.
- Supported children''s emotional well-being through compassionate listening skills and personalized strategies for coping with stress or conflict situations.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented both educational and entertaining activities and lessons.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Assisted with wider club events and activities in a flexible and varied role.
Cleveland Skating Club
Lifeguard
08.2021 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Helped manage clubs swim team during swim meets.
Education
Cuyahoga Community CollegeCleveland, OH
Associate of Science
05-2025
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Awarded Stomp Academic Award
- Relevant Coursework: Biology & Ornithology
Skills
- Effective communication
- First aid and CPR certified
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Microsoft office
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly and respectful
- Activity and lesson planning
- Hiking proficiency
Certification
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
- Ohio Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Future Plans
As I finish my Associates of Science I am transferring to a four-year college in order to earn my Bachelor's in Biology with a focus on wildlife biology. After which I intend to go to graduate school for wildlife biology or zoology. My long term goal is to be able to do field research on wildlife behavior, particularly social behavior in predator species.
Interests
Timeline
Lifeguard
Cleveland Skating Club
08.2021 - 08.2023
Child Care Leader
Cleveland Skating Club
07.2021 - Current
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Science
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