Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
References
Certification
Additional Information
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NATALIE LARA

Ontario,CA

Summary

Seeking the Recreational Leader Position with The City of Ontario to improve work experience, team building, and leadership ability by serving the community. Friendly and personable group leader gifted in helping participants of all skill levels enjoy and engage in activities. Effective keeping everyone safe and events fun for all involved. Specializing in the tiny tot program and the youth. Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor. High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recreation Leader

City Of Ontario
04.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated staff volunteers to supervise events and facilitate scheduled activities.
  • Evaluated program success through participant feedback surveys, using insights to inform future improvements in activity offerings.
  • Provided technical assistance to site leader to help coordinate diverse projects.
  • Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Addressed participant concerns with empathy and professionalism, resolving issues in a timely manner to maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Improved facility safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Enhanced participant enjoyment by designing and implementing diverse recreational activities and programs.
  • Trained new staff members on department policies, procedures, and safety protocols to ensure consistent service delivery across the team.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
  • Established team rosters, scheduled leagues and tournaments and enforced rules and regulations of recreation and athletic programs.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises among participants to promote cooperation, communication skills development.
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Diamond Bar High School
Diamond Bar, CA
05.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
05.2026

Skills

  • Computer Skills: Gmail, Microsoft Word, PDF, and intermediate PC Skills
  • Customer Service: Excellent customer satisfaction with professional etiquette
  • Leadership: Capable to lead, direct, and receive feedback from team members
  • Motivated: Willing to step up to difficult tasks with a positive attitude
  • Flexible Schedule: Free at the moment's notice and available whenever
  • Communication: Confident in speaking publicly, to groups, or via electronic media
  • Event Planning
  • Customer and Service-Oriented
  • Time Management
  • Enrichment Activities

Volunteer Experience

  • Chino Optometry, Chino, CA,Student Intern - Front Desk Attendant, 06/18/18 - 08/20/18, Prepared and organized client folders before appointment examinations, Greeted customers with a smile and positive attitude, Became comfortable and proficient with Microsoft Word, Learned how to become professional in the workplace
  • Ontario Veterinary Hospital, Ontario, CA, Student Intern - Secretary Assistant, 09/18/17 - 01/11/17, Checked in animal patients in a chaotic animal environment, Began to process payments using the hospital's software after animal visits, Learned how to properly interact with guests as their animal's are precious
  • Smile Dental & Orthodontics, Ontario, CA, Voluntary Observer and Helper, 07/10/17 - 08/21/17, Shadowed Dr. Obid during practices to observe Dentistry work, First learned how an office works with its etiquette's, Learned how to make copies and organization skills

References

  • Patty Cervantes, 909-395-5090 (Smile Dental & Orthodontics)
  • Stella Gomez, 909- 627-7363 (Chino Optometry Secretary)
  • Adam Wright D.V.M, 909-984-2211 (Ontario Veterinary Hospital)
  • Richard Gonzales, rgonzales@wvusd.org (DBHS Guidance Counselor)
  • Mayra Villasaenor, 909-395-2393 (Recreation/ Community Services Coordinator)
  • Ismael Medina, 909-395-2485 (Recreation/Community Services Coordinator)

Certification

  • CPR Certified- March 2023

Additional Information

Objective: Seeking the Senior Recreational Leader Position with The City of
Ontario to improve my work experience, team building, and leadership
ability to serve the community.

Timeline

Recreation Leader

City Of Ontario
04.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Diamond Bar High School

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mt San Antonio College
NATALIE LARA