Payton Holtkamp
Richmond Hill,GA
Summary
Experienced with creating safe and engaging environment for children. Uses effective communication to interact with both children and parents, ensuring clear understanding of expectations. Track record of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Known for being compassionate and understanding to children of all ages and adjusting activities to meet their needs
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
NA
Richmond Hill, GA And Long Beach, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and engagement.
- Developed personalized learning plans to support child development.
- Coordinated schedules for multiple families, optimizing care arrangements.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
- Implemented routines that promoted discipline and structure in daily activities.
- Enhanced problem-solving skills by managing conflicts among children effectively.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Special Needs Volunteer
Surf for All
Long Beach, NY
06.2021 - 08.2026
- Facilitated inclusive surf lessons for individuals with special needs, enhancing participant engagement and enjoyment.
- Trained and mentored new volunteers on best practices for supporting diverse needs in aquatic environments.
- Established strong relationships with families, ensuring clear communication regarding participant progress and safety protocols.
- Offered emotional support to special needs students during challenging situations, fostering resilience and growth mindset.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive environment for special needs learners.
- Mentored new volunteers in best practices for working with special needs students, promoting a consistently high level of support throughout the program.
Swim Instructor
Skudin Swim
Long Beach, NY
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Adapted lesson plans to meet individual student needs and abilities.
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Encouraged a positive learning environment, fostering confidence in aquatic skills.
- Assisted in organizing swim events and activities for community engagement.
- Implemented safety protocols during lessons, promoting awareness among participants.
- Collaborated with senior instructors to enhance teaching methods and curriculum effectiveness.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to refine instructional techniques and knowledge of swim practices.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School
Richmond Hill, GA05-2028
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Following directions
- Flexible scheduling
- Maintaining safe environment
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Childcare
- Toddler care experience
- Managing routines
Certification
- Certified Swim Instructor, Skudin Swim
- CPR/AED certified, American Red Cross
- Deep water and Lifeguard certified, American Red Cross
Timeline
Swim Instructor
Skudin Swim
03.2025 - 08.2025
Babysitter
NA
01.2022 - Current
Special Needs Volunteer
Surf for All
06.2021 - 08.2026
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School