Nyla Parker
McDonough,GA
Summary
Talented Summer Camp Counselor firmly committed to creating safe and positive experiences for campers. Possesses excellent communication and organizational skills for helping children discover new things. Adept at designing engaging activities that foster teamwork, leadership and social skills. Motivated Summer Camp Counselor promoting 1 year of experience helping children to develop life skills while building relationships and having fun. Compassionate individual known for communicating well with others, problem solving and managing time. Dedicated to promoting procedures and measures to encourage safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
Starlite Family Fun Center
McDonough
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or training seminars to stay current on industry trends and enhance overall job performance.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between campers when necessary, promoting healthy communication skills within the group dynamic.
- Prepared and submitted daily and weekly reports to keep records of campers' attendance, behavior and progress.
- Served as a role model for younger staff members by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of camp operations.
- Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
- Mentored new camp staff members, sharing expertise in program development and best practices for camper interactions.
- Developed strong rapport with parents by addressing concerns promptly and professionally during pick-up and drop-off times.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Worked closely with camp director to address concerns, make recommendations for improvements, and provide updates on camper experiences.
- Served as a role model for younger campers by demonstrating responsible behavior, good sportsmanship, and active engagement in activities.
Seasonal Worker
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store
Locust Grove, GA
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted with the setup and takedown of promotional displays, contributing to an increase in overall seasonal sales.
- Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Developed strong relationships with coworkers through effective communication skills, fostering teamwork within our group.
- Demonstrated products to customers to illustrate features, advantages and benefits.
- Served as a liaison between clients and event organizers to ensure smooth coordination of all marketing initiatives.
- Kept cash wrap stocked, products faced and shelving free of misplaced items or trash.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Drive-Thru Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
McDonough, GA
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean and organized workstations, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
- Improved team productivity by assisting with food preparation during peak hours when needed.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills to increase customer satisfaction.
- Understood restaurant menu, limited-time offers and promotions to answer guest questions.
- Maintained clean, tidy and orderly work station to uphold company standards.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
- Demonstrated outgoing and friendly behavior and positive attitude and interacted well with staff and customers.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting to rapidly changing situations during busy hours, providing top-notch service in spite of any challenges faced.
Brand Associate
Old Navy
Locust Grove, GA
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Showed understanding of customer's personal style and preferences when offering product advice.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently, reducing waste and ensuring a consistent supply of high-demand products.
- Approached strangers and interacted in natural conversation with goal of developing brand loyalty.
- Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales, and brand promotion.
- Placed styles, sizes and colors of product on sales floor to maintain availability for customers.
- Engaged, educated, and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
Sales Associate
Beauty World
McDonough, GA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Education
BBA - Business Management
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Henry County High School
Mcdonough, GA05.2022
Skills
- Administrative Leadership
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Compassionate communication
- Written and oral communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Role Modeling
- Child Supervision
- Patience and Empathy
- Field Trip Supervision
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
Starlite Family Fun Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Seasonal Worker
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store
12.2022 - 01.2023
Drive-Thru Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
10.2021 - 01.2022
Brand Associate
Old Navy
07.2021 - 10.2021
Sales Associate
Beauty World
08.2020 - 05.2021
BBA - Business Management
Savannah State University
High School Diploma -
Henry County High School