- Creative Writing
- Team Sports
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Volunteer Work
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Environmental Stewardship
- Youth Development Programs
Mary Carter
Chicago
Summary
Resourceful individual skilled in teamwork and organization. Experienced in developing engaging educational activities and coordinating communications to foster positive environments. Eager to contribute innovative solutions in youth development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
After School Matters Inc.
Chicago, IL
06.2026 - Current
- Assisted in planning and executing after-school programs for students.
- Supported program coordinators in organizing logistics for events and workshops.
- Collaborated with team members to develop engaging educational activities.
- Coordinated communication between staff, parents, and community partners.
- Learned about youth development principles and applied them in daily tasks.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules and priorities within the organization.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Contributed to positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities.
Babysitter
Laura Capp
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout playtime.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational games to enhance learning experiences.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding daily activities and child progress.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating dietary restrictions as needed.
- Managed schedules to balance academic tasks and recreational activities efficiently.
- Monitored behavioral patterns, providing positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior.
- Established trusting relationships with children, fostering a supportive environment for emotional development.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations, ensuring consistent care in diverse circumstances.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Improved children's bedtime routines with consistent schedules and calming activities.
- Implemented reward system for chores and homework, motivating positive behavior.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment, closely monitoring children's activities.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Whitney M Young Magnet High School
Chicago06-2027
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quick learner
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Attention to detail
- Creative and resourceful
- Creativity and innovation
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Complex Problem-solving
- Initiative
- Strong academic record
- Project management
- Tech-Savvy
Interests
Timeline
Intern
After School Matters Inc.
06.2026 - Current
Babysitter
Laura Capp
01.2024 - Current
No Degree - Elementary Education
Whitney M Young Magnet High School