Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Akron Rotary Camp for Kids With Disabilities, adept in youth behavior management and program planning. Excelled in creating safe, engaging environments, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and communication skills. Proven leadership in high-pressure situations, ensuring positive outcomes and safety. Background includes enforcing inclusive programs and improving camper engagement and well-being. With strong leadership, a unique bubbly personality, and a strong passion for the field- Mia is an asset you want on your team.
Work History
Camp Counselor
Akron Rotary Camp for Kids With Disabilities
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.
Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive camp environment.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Offered student support with activities through special accommodations and extra assistance
Provided assistance with changes, feeding, and swimming.
Waitress
Mama Guzzardis
Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2027
High School Diploma -
Jackson Highschool
Canton, Ohio
05.2023
Skills
Problem-Solving
Positive Engagement
Team Leadership
Communication
Problem Resolution
Creative and Energetic
First Aid
Program and Activity Planning
Safety Management
CPR
Assertive
Youth Behavior Management
De-Escalation Techniques
Volunteering
- I work with the homeless during all holidays, providing warm meals and a sense of peace.
- I often take time out of my weeks at school to volunteer at the Humane Society near Duquesne.
- In highschool, I earned over 400 service hours volunteering with the special needs students.