Olivia Ushkowitz
Vincentown,NJ
Summary
Experienced with creating engaging and enriching activities for young children. Utilizing leadership and creativity to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment. Record of effective communication and teamwork, fostering a supportive and inclusive experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Jcc Camps At Medford
06.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily camp activities to ensure safety and engagement of all participants.
- Developed and implemented creative programming that enhanced campers' social skills and teamwork.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among campers, promoting a positive camp environment and effective communication.
- Mentored new counselors on best practices in child engagement and safety management techniques.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
- Supported campers in realizing their full potential through guidance and encouragement in skill development sessions.
- Promoted camper growth through individualized attention, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities.
Wait Staff Member
Shamong Diner
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided attentive service to guests, ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Accurately took and processed orders using POS system, minimizing errors.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing customer needs during peak hours, improving efficiency.
- Supported team members by assisting with training new staff on service protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, South Carolina, SC05-2029
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Group leadership
Timeline
Wait Staff Member
Shamong Diner
03.2023 - 12.2023
Camp Counselor
Jcc Camps At Medford
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Charleston Southern University