Olivia L. Mitrzyk
Bay City,MI
Summary
Exceptional trip leader with sound understanding of experiential education, outdoor education and leadership development curriculum and programs. Brings over 5 years of safe adventure activities experience, including kayaking, hiking, rafting and backpacking. Possesses positive, professional disposition to help adventure programs run effectively and on track to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Nanny
Private Family
11.2023 - Current
- Care for a seven-year-old child
- Facilitated open communication between parents and children by actively listening and mediating conflicts when necessary.
- Provide support with schoolwork and navigate hardships
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Provide a fun and loving system where th child can grow and learn to be independent.
- Ensured the safety of child in various settings, including at home, during transportation, and on outings.
Server
Prost! Wine Bar and Charcuterie
08.2022 - Current
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
- Employ time management skills to ensure a pleasant stay
- Maintain an upbeat attitude to create the best experience for guests.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
SVSU Outdoor Adventures Trip Leader
Saginaw Valley State University
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised multi-day trips and activities such as white-water rafting, backpacking, and hiking.
- Transported students from campus to destinations, spanning over 20 hours of driving time.
- Planned and acquired meals from grocery stores for campers.
- Executed tasks related to setting up camp sites such as tents, fires, hammocks, and bear bags.
- Lead groups of campers through trails using maps and other tracking techniques.
- Skilled in rural backpacking, including how to load and unload a large backpacking pack, and proper equipment needed.
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
Florist
Flowers From the Heart
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Assist other florists with floral arrangements to be sent out that day.
- Maintain a trustworthy and close relationship with clients and customers.
- Handled orders over the phone.
- Exceeded in customer service and hospitality.
- Managed daily opening and closing of florist shop to prepare for incoming customers and balance payments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and Sustainability -
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MI05.2026
Skills
- Child Supervision
- Language skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Group Oversight
- Navigation expertise
- Equipment Planning
- Clean Driving Record
- Environmental awareness
- Safety Procedures
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified (As of February 15, 2024)
Outdoor Skills
- Assemble various types of outdoor equipment including tents, hammocks, and sleeping arrangements in a timely manner.
- Skilled in First Aid/ CPR Certified as of 02/15/2024.
- Knowledgeable of weather conditions and geography.
- Educated in poisonous plants such as poison ivy and poison oak.
- Supervised armature outdoorsmen and endured the safety of all participants.
- Well-versed in proper outdoor attire including hiking boots, correct socks, layering, weather-based attire, and night-time clothing protocols.
- Informed about how to properly use a jet-boil for meal purposes.
- Efficient in moving groups from one objective to another, especially when hiking and setting up camp.
Coursework
- World Cultural Geography
- North American Regional Geography
- Introduction to Soil Science
- The Local and Global Biosphere
- Environmental Dynamics
Honors Awards Activities
- Treasurer, The Diabetes Link, SVSU, 09/2023, Present
- Recipient, Thomson Family Scholarship, SVSU, 08/2022, Present
- Recipient, Cardinal Scholarship, SVSU, 08/2022, Present
- Member, Philanthropy Chair, SVSU Dance Team, 06/2022, Present
Additional Information
Volunteer at Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library Children's Section March 2023 – April 2023
Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library, Bay City, MI
· Assisted with tidying up the library including, shelving books, storing new materials, organizing used craft supplies, and aiding with any other needed tasks.
· Provided insight about upcoming projects.
· Donated previously owned personal books to the library.
Volunteer at Mid-Michigan Children's Museum September 2022
Mid-Michigan Children's Museum, Saginaw, MI
· Monitor parking lot space for MMCM for their Touch a Truck event.
· Ensure that children were in safe, designated spaces.
· Clean any accidental spills.
· Oversee specific craft areas that included sharp materials and aided children when needed.
References
- Dr. Frederick W. Sunderman, Professor, Department of Geography, Saginaw Valley State University, 150 Gilbertson Hall, University Center, MI, 48710, (989) 964-2769, fwsunder@svsu.edu
- Jennifer McNally, SVSU Dance Team Head Coach, (989) 714-5655, svsudanceteam@gmail.com
- Aaron Mowen, Director, Recreation and Wellness, Grand Valley State University, 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI, 49401, mowena@gvsu.edu
Timeline
Personal Nanny
Private Family
11.2023 - Current
SVSU Outdoor Adventures Trip Leader
Saginaw Valley State University
05.2023 - 12.2023
Server
Prost! Wine Bar and Charcuterie
08.2022 - Current
Florist
Flowers From the Heart
08.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and Sustainability -
Saginaw Valley State University
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