Mark DiMaggio
Dobbs Ferry,NY
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience at Shames JCC On The Hudson, adept at fostering socialization and life skills in special needs youth. Skilled in behavior management and parent-counselor communication, I excel in creating engaging activities that promote growth and collaboration, ensuring a supportive environment for all campers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Up on Sundays Head Counselor
Shames JCC On The Hudson
09.2024 - Current
- Takes care of people on the more higher functioning special needs spectrum ages 6-19.
- Helps direct attendees in pre-planned life skill activities as well as activities aimed at improving their socialization skills.
- Provided ongoing support for junior counselors, offering guidance on managing challenging situations or addressing individual camper needs.
Almost Home Head Counselor
Shames JCC On The Hudson
09.2024 - Current
- Created fun and engaging games with 1st through 2nd graders emphasizing socialization and artistic skill.
- Managed administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate records of campers'' medical information, emergency contacts, and dietary restrictions.
- Nurtured a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication among staff, gathering feedback on areas for growth and implementing necessary changes.
Inclusion Counselor
Camp Twelve Trails
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Increased parental involvement by maintaining open lines of communication and regularly updating families on student progress.
- Served as an advocate for underrepresented populations within the school community by championing policies that supported equal access to resources.
- Provided support for struggling campers through targeted interventions and one-on-one support sessions
Camp Counselor
Dobbs Ferry Summer Day Camp
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Suny Purchase
Purchase, Ny05-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05-2023
Skills
- Collaborative approach
- Motivational techniques
- Office administration
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Student engagement
- Parent-counselor communication
- Conflict resolution
- Helping students with special needs
Certification
Teaching Assistant - Level 1 certification
Timeline
Up on Sundays Head Counselor
Shames JCC On The Hudson
09.2024 - Current
Almost Home Head Counselor
Shames JCC On The Hudson
09.2024 - Current
Inclusion Counselor
Camp Twelve Trails
06.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Dobbs Ferry Summer Day Camp
07.2018 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - History
Suny Purchase
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Westchester Community College
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