Maya Minnitti
New Rochelle
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable individual with a solid background in child development. Recognized for creating nurturing environments that foster engagement and emotional growth, while effectively managing and mentoring teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Group Leader
Camp Pinebrook
New Rochelle
2024.06 - Current
- Coordinated daily schedules and activities for diverse groups of children, enhancing engagement and participation.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in camp operations and safety protocols to foster a knowledgeable and compliant team.
- Supervised counselors and staff during daily activities, ensuring safety and smooth operation of programs.
- Support children and listen to their needs
- Communicate weekly with parents
- Acted as a positive role model for campers and staff by demonstrating appropriate behavior.
- Led team activities and ensured a safe environment for campers.
Substitute School Teacher
Beth El Nursery School
New Rochelle
2024.12 - 2025.02
- Created safe, nurturing environment promoting student engagement
- Assisted lead teacher in lesson delivery, enhancing student comprehension
- Enforced behavior expectations, fostering a respectful classroom atmosphere
- Provided personalized assistance to students
- Assistant teacher in preschool classroom
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Beth El Day Camp
New Rochelle
2020.06 - 2023.08
- Organized and led group activities, coaching and participating with campers to enhance teamwork and engagement.
- Acted as a positive role model and mentor, providing constructive guidance to promote healthy habits and attitudes among campers.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster a positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
- Actively listened to children and offered encouragement, fostering their emotional well-being and self-confidence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
Newark, DE2026-04
Skills
- Program development
- Classroom management
- Activity planning
- Child development
- Team leadership
- Mentorship skills
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- WESEF 3rd Place Behavioral Science (2023)
- WESEF 2nd Place Behavioral Science (2022)
Timeline
Substitute School Teacher
Beth El Nursery School
2024.12 - 2025.02
Head Group Leader
Camp Pinebrook
2024.06 - Current
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Beth El Day Camp
2020.06 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware