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Reegan Macknik

Baldwinsville,NY

Summary

A compassionate educator with leadership experience who is able to foster environments of safety and learning through excellent relationship management skills. Adept at conflict resolution and team building, coupled with excellent verbal and written communication skills that consistently support positive outcomes in all one on one and group interactions. Organized and articulate, looking to build upon past work experiences to enrich and expand my current skill set.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Camp Counselor

YMCA
06.2024 - Current
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Encouraged team performance to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Child Caregiver

YMCA
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress, sharing updates with parents regularly to keep them informed about their child''s growth.
  • Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges faced while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
  • Managed behavioral issues effectively by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations.
  • Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.
  • Developed fine motor skills with hands-on activities such as arts and crafts or puzzles.

Babysitter

Various Families
09.2020 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.

Restaurant Hostess

Sal's Pizzeria
09.2021 - 09.2023
  • Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times.
  • Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
  • Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Collaborated with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
  • Prepared salads, beverages and desserts to deliver to customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Inclusive Childhood Education

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05.2028

High School Diploma -

Charles W Baker High School
Baldwinsville, NY
06.2024

Skills

  • Conflict resolution and mediation
  • Child Supervision
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Activity Supervision
  • Decision-Making
  • Effective Communication
  • Compassionate communication
  • CPR
  • Relationship Building
  • First Aid
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Interpersonal and written communication

Timeline

Camp Counselor

YMCA
06.2024 - Current

Child Caregiver

YMCA
09.2023 - Current

Restaurant Hostess

Sal's Pizzeria
09.2021 - 09.2023

Babysitter

Various Families
09.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Inclusive Childhood Education

Syracuse University

High School Diploma -

Charles W Baker High School

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