Megan Chaney
Coos Bay,Oregon
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in the human (mainly youth) services field providing support and guidance to children in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with youth from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Background includes dance performance, recital planning, performance management and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of dance in youth, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Boys And Girls Club Of Southwestern Oregon
03.2023 - Current
- Worked with ages 3-7 year olds.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of Southwestern Oregon
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Worked with grades 1st-6th.
- Took part in sports, games, and activities with children.
- Assisted with educational needs through homework assistance.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Experienced high tension situations and used deescalation tactics to solve them.
- Worked directly with at-risk youth to improve life skills.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
Bakery Assistant
Darrell's Devil's Food
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained safe food handling standards at all times.
- Operated cash register, quickly and accurately handled cash and card transactions and packaged orders neatly and correctly.
- Stocked and faced bakery cases with daily offerings.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Education
AAOT - Psychology
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Coos Bay, OR06.2024
High School Diploma -
Marshfield High School
Coos Bay, OR06.2022
Skills
- Trained in Behavior Management
- Homework Assistance
- Good Energy and Physical Stamina
- Safe Food Service Knowledge
- Instructing Small Groups
- First Aid Certified
- Classroom Management
- Elementary Level Spanish
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Dance Instructor
Boys And Girls Club Of Southwestern Oregon
03.2023 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of Southwestern Oregon
06.2021 - 07.2023
Bakery Assistant
Darrell's Devil's Food
09.2020 - 06.2021
AAOT - Psychology
Southwestern Oregon Community College
High School Diploma -
Marshfield High School