Nicholas Mele
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Motivated college student studying sports media and communications as well as broadcast journalism with a background as a child supervisor for summer camps as well as after-school care during the school year. Prioritizes safety above all else. Very strong communications skills,and organized with very close attention to detail. I put everything I can into what I do, no matter the task.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Care Assistant
Palatine Park District
2022.08 - 2024.05
- Guided students through conflict resolution exercises, fostering healthy relationships among peers.
- Supported students' emotional well-being by actively listening to their concerns and promptly addressing any issues.
- Performed first aid duties when necessary, prioritizing student health and well-being at all times.
- Facilitated communication between parents and staff, keeping families informed about their child's actions while under our supervision.
- Enhanced student safety by diligently monitoring play areas and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
- Improved student behavior with consistent enforcement of classroom rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing learning environment by addressing any potential hazards quickly and effectively.
- Coordinated after-school activities, providing students with enriching exercise and playful experiences.
Summer Camp Counselor
Palatine Park District
2022.06 - 2023.08
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities and games.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Increased camper satisfaction by consistently providing a high level of enthusiasm and energy throughout daily activities and special events.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Prioritized safety of campers and fellow staff above all else.
- Developed strong rapport with parents by addressing concerns promptly and professionally during pick-up and drop-off times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media And Communications
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05.2028
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- Creativity and Innovation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Group leadership
- Activity Planning
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Friendly and Respectful
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Safety awareness
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
After School Care Assistant
Palatine Park District
2022.08 - 2024.05
Summer Camp Counselor
Palatine Park District
2022.06 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media And Communications
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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