Russell Smith
East Northport,NY
Summary
Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Education
Scope Education Services
10.2022 - Current
- Reports to the program supervisor, assists supervisor in daily operation of the child care program including but not limited to: supervision of children, implementation of daily activities, program planning, implementation of behavior management.
- Supported the emotional well-being of students by providing a listening ear, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and open communication within the before and after school care setting.
- Enhanced student safety by consistently supervising before and after school activities and ensuring adherence to established rules.
- Provided first aid and emergency response as required, prioritizing student health and safety at all times.
Camp Instructor
Northport-East Northport Schools
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided educational and group sport activities for children grades K-8 during summer vacation. Responsibilities include organization of team sports and age appropriate activities to build friendships and confidence within each other.
- Lead Children to off campus activities via bus
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Negotiated solutions between conflicting parties within the camp community to maintain harmony amongst participants.
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Created interesting and educational lesson plans and implemented activities while engaging with children.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
Construction Apprentice
Inzirlis Construction
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Gained hands-on experience with various construction tools, enhancing overall skillset for future advancement within the industry.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety regulations, reducing workplace accidents through careful adherence to protocols.
- Helped successfully complete large project ahead of schedule.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
Stocker
Guintas Meat Farms
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
Education
No Degree - Buisness
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CTNo Degree - Sociology
SUNY, Cortland
Cortland, NYSkills
- Program management
- Activities Planning
- Health and safety
- CPR training
- Early Childhood Development
- Social Development
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Child Supervision
- Team Leader
Timeline
Camp Instructor
Northport-East Northport Schools
07.2023 - 08.2023
Assistant Director of Education
Scope Education Services
10.2022 - Current
Construction Apprentice
Inzirlis Construction
04.2021 - 08.2021
Stocker
Guintas Meat Farms
07.2018 - 09.2020
No Degree - Buisness
Sacred Heart University
No Degree - Sociology
SUNY, Cortland
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