Sofia Antico
Farmingdale,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in child supervision and safety compliance. Proven track record in planning engaging activities that promote positive social interactions among children. Strong communication skills enhance ability to ensure safety and foster a supportive environment. Committed to creating memorable experiences through effective emergency response and supervision.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day Camp Counselor
Genesis Health Clubs
Manasquan, New Jersey
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities for children in a safe and engaging environment.
- Organized and led recreational games and arts-and-crafts sessions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding camper progress and behavior.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all camp activities.
- Assisted in creating weekly schedules to maintain program structure.
- Provided first aid and emergency response as needed throughout the camp day.
- Collaborated with staff to plan special events and themed days for campers.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations as needed.
- Organized small group activities for campers based on age level and interests.
- Provided guidance and support to campers aged 2-8 in daily activities.
- Maintained tidy, clean, and organized play and work areas.
- Planned various indoor activities during periods of inclement weather to promote camper satisfaction.
- Participated in staff meetings discussing strategies for improving program effectiveness.
- Instructed children on basic water safety rules before engaging in any aquatic activities.
- Developed lesson plans designed to engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Assisted homesick children, actively listening to concerns and providing emotional support.
- Watched behaviors, corrected issues, and looked for signs of deeper issues like abuse.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues if any arose.
- Provided individual attention to each camper to ensure their needs were met throughout the day.
- Facilitated cooperative play among children from diverse backgrounds.
- Encouraged positive social interaction among campers while promoting a respectful environment.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and camper progress reports.
- Supervised campers during meal times ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
Ice Cream Server
Shivers Ice Cream
Howell Township, New Jersey
05.2023 - 07.2025
- Served ice cream and toppings to customers in a friendly manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of serving area and kitchen equipment.
- Assisted customers with flavor selections and special requests.
- Operated cash register and processed customer payments accurately.
- Prepared ice cream cones, sundaes, and specialty desserts efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service during busy hours.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and courteously.
- Stocked supplies and organized inventory to ensure product availability.
- Closed shop by cleaning workstations, restocking shelves with supplies, emptying trash cans.
- Organized ice cream flavors, toppings, syrups, and other ingredients in the work area.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and requests.
- Cleaned tables, chairs and dining areas after customer use.
- Memorized menu items, identifying allergens to streamline service to customers.
- Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques and customer service standards.
- Followed proper sanitation guidelines when handling food products.
- Tailored orders to address customer allergies and gluten concerns.
Miniature Golf Attendant
Swing Time Sports Park
Howell Township, New Jersey
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Greeted and assisted guests with golf equipment rentals and reservations.
- Instructed customers on proper use of golf equipment and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of golf supplies and arranged for timely restocking.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance guest experience through service excellence.
- Operated arcade machines and ensured proper functionality for customer enjoyment.
- Assisted customers with game instructions and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Maintained cleanliness of gaming area and ensured safety standards were met.
- Monitored equipment inventory and reported maintenance needs to management.
- Provided excellent customer service and resolved complaints promptly.
- Collaborated with team to improve game performance and reliability.
- Assisted customers with gaming inquiries and technical support.
Associate
Five Below
Howell Township, New Jersey
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor environment.
- Stocked merchandise on shelves and ensured proper displays.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer experience.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Implemented store promotions and ensured compliance with company policies.
Education
Nursing
The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ05-2028
High School Diploma -
Howell High School
Howell Township, NJ06-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- First aid certification
- Activity planning
- Team collaboration
- Child supervision
- Effective communication
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Written and oral communication
- Safety
- Childcare management
- Patience and tolerance
- Special needs support
- Child development
- Parent communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Verbal and written communication
- CPR
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Italian
Limited
Certification
- CPR certified
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society member
Timeline
Day Camp Counselor
Genesis Health Clubs
06.2025 - 08.2025
Ice Cream Server
Shivers Ice Cream
05.2023 - 07.2025
Associate
Five Below
11.2022 - 01.2023
Miniature Golf Attendant
Swing Time Sports Park
06.2022 - 07.2023
Nursing
The College of New Jersey
High School Diploma -
Howell High School