Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
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Michaela Mataraza

Brookline,MA

Summary

  • Dynamic Youth Camp Counselor with extensive experience in adapting to diverse camp settings and staying composed under pressure.
  • Skilled in schedule coordination, group leadership, and safety management.
  • Passionate about inspiring youth, fostering teamwork, and creating engaging environments.
  • Strong foundation in child development, safety protocols, and program coordination.
  • Dedicated to delivering enriching experiences that promote growth, leadership, and driving success in fast-paced environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Camp Counselor

Beaver Summer Camp
06.2021 - Current


  • Coordinated daily schedules for campers, ensuring a balance of structured activities and free time throughout the day.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance counseling skills and stay current on best practices within the industry.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Prepared reports for management regarding status and progress of recreational activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Boston College
05-2026

Skills

  • Role Modeling
  • Age-appropriate programming
  • Patience and Tolerance
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Safety Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • CPR
  • Parental Communication
  • First Aid
  • Behavioral assessment

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of staff in the development of team building activities as well as assessment of individual behavior and progress.
  • 2022-Promoted from junior to senior counselor
  • 2024-Promoted from senior to head counselor

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Interests

  • Staying active (boxing, hiking, gym workouts, water snow sports)
  • Painting
  • Singing and arranging music


Timeline

Youth Camp Counselor

Beaver Summer Camp
06.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Boston College
Michaela Mataraza