Rachel Bland
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Motivated Summer Camp Counselor promoting 2 summers 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day Camp Counselor
Monroe County Parks And Recreation
05.2023 - Current
- Built and maintained positive relationships with campers, staff and families.
- Kept all camper and work areas neat, clean and organized.
- Planned and lead diverse activities to entertain children and promote core values.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
Summer Day Camp Counselor
City Of Bloomington
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
Babysitter
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Played games and read books to young child.
- Communicated positively with child.
- Communicated positively with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2025
Skills
- Safety Guidelines
- Camper Supervision
- Activity Implementation
- Written and Oral Communication
- Issue Identification and Resolution
Certification
CPR/First Aid Certified
Timeline
Day Camp Counselor
Monroe County Parks And Recreation
05.2023 - Current
Summer Day Camp Counselor
City Of Bloomington
05.2022 - 07.2022
Babysitter
08.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Indiana University Bloomington