Nathan Swanson
Julian,CA
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director
YMCA Camp Marston
01.2022 - Current
- Developed multiple programs from ground up, laying out framework, and defining roles.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Collaborated with global partnerships, fostering a relationship between organizations, allowing for mutual growth.
- Recruited and trained over staff to upgrade collective team skills.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Improved program offerings based on changing trends, audience feedback and directives from station owners.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Increased Camper attendance by 10%and staff retention by 45%.
Overseas Educator
Carpe Diem Education
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Collaborated with young adults to provide safe and educational experience.
- Monitored 12 students' progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in the field to enhance learning experience.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Program Director
YMCA Camp Seymour
06.2012 - 08.2021
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians, updating on progress to build support for program.
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
- Identified risks and developed mitigation plans.
- Developed new program and feature ideas for camp.
- Handled problematic campers to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Outdoor Program Staff
SOU Outdoor Program
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Planned and executed a variety of outdoor trips.
- Developed new trips for the Outdoor Program including a rappelling trip and an outdoor survival trip.
- Managed gear rentals, and provided quality customer service.
- Facilitated belay clinics to new students.
- Mentored over 20 trip participants into becoming trip leaders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Adventure Leadership
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR06.2017
Master of Outdoor Adventure and Expedition Leadership - undefined
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR12.2018
Skills
- Effective leader
- Customer service experience
- Strategic leadership
- Performance standards and analysis
- Academic advisement
- Financial management
- Community engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Partnership development
- Staff training
- Personnel supervision
- Coaching and mentoring
Certifications And Committees
- First Aid Instructor
- Wilderness First Aid Instructor
- Level II ACCT
- Western Camping Conference Committee
- BIPOCLEIC Co-Chair
- EMLE Conference Planning Committee
- YMCA Cultural Exchange Program
Certification
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR Instructor
- Red Cross Wilderness First Aid Instructor
- Advanced SCUBA License
- ACCT Level II Challenge Course Certification
Timeline
Program Director
YMCA Camp Marston
01.2022 - Current
Overseas Educator
Carpe Diem Education
09.2019 - 11.2021
Outdoor Program Staff
SOU Outdoor Program
09.2016 - 01.2019
Program Director
YMCA Camp Seymour
06.2012 - 08.2021
Master of Outdoor Adventure and Expedition Leadership - undefined
Southern Oregon University
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Adventure Leadership
Southern Oregon University
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