Sarah Newton
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Proven leader and innovative problem-solver, adept in child development and group instruction, honed at Camp Interlaken JCC. Excelled in creating engaging activities and resolving behavioral issues, enhancing camper experiences. Certified in teen mental health and life-saving, demonstrating commitment to health and wellness. Skilled in building relationships and fostering team cohesion, significantly improving camp environment and safety.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Interlaken JCC
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- lived with and supervised a group of 7th grade girl campers followed by a group of 5th grade girl campers
- insures campers showered daily, wore clean clothing, and brushed teeth.
- Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, medical information, and incident reports as required by regulatory standards.
- Acted as a certified life guard.
- Received my boating license and drove the boat for water skiing.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Served as a role model for younger staff members by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of camp operations.
- Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
- Responsible for cabin cleaning.
- Received my certification in teen mental health.
- Organized special events such as talent shows or field trips, creating memorable experiences for all participants.
- Prepared reports for management regarding status and progress of recreational activities.
Boys' Varsity Basketball Manager
Sabino High School
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed and motivated players to be productive and engaged in the game.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for players and coaches.
- resolved disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- attended all practices and traveled with team to all games
- maintained team paperwork, water, stats, the clock, and equipment
Summer Camp Counselor in Training
Camp Interlaken JCC
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Attended training sessions daily about counseling techniques, cabin management, camper challenges, how to run an activity, writing and presenting programs.
- Moved and delivered luggage.
- Responsible for the cleanliness of the public areas of camp.
- Setting up tables and table setting for dining area.
- Cleaning up the dining hall.
- Serving meals to campers.
- Planning and executing Maccabiah (color war.)
- Shadowed counselors.
- Assigned to a rotating activity schedule with campers.
- Lived with and supervised campers in their cabins.
Education
Attended Freshman Year - Psychology
UC Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CANo Degree - Psychology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2027
High School Diploma -
Sabino High School
Tucson, AZ05.2023
Skills
Patience and Empathy
Compassionate communication
Problem-solving abilities
Creativity and Innovation
Child Development Understanding
Group and individual instruction
Activity Planning
Health and wellness
Team building expertise
Issue identification and resolution
Relationship Building
Certification
National Honor Society
Lifeguard Certification
Teen Mental Health Certification
Boating Certification
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Interlaken JCC
06.2023 - 08.2023
Boys' Varsity Basketball Manager
Sabino High School
10.2022 - 02.2023
Summer Camp Counselor in Training
Camp Interlaken JCC
06.2022 - 08.2022
Attended Freshman Year - Psychology
UC Santa Cruz
No Degree - Psychology
University of Arizona
High School Diploma -
Sabino High School
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