Sydney Hughes
Tampa,FL
Summary
I am an enthusiastic, responsible, and hardworking person who loves to work in a team environment. I love to work with children, I have previous camp counselor and daycare experience. It is always my goal to create a safe and positive experience for campers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
New Tampa Family YMCA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- I was one of the two counselors responsible for leading the High Adventure Camp program. For this position, I received formal Rockwall training. Over the summer, I was responsible for ensuring the safety of campers while rock climbing. As part of our camp's curriculum, I also taught campers how to properly rock climb, belay, and tie knots.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
Family Programming Assistant
New Tampa Family YMCA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
- Increased parent satisfaction with regular communication about their child''s progress and daily experiences.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to children
Summer Camp Counselor
New Tampa Family YMCA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced camper experience by planning and executing diverse activities tailored to age groups and interests.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Implemented safety protocols during recreational activities, reducing the risk of injuries among campers.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
Food and Beverage Cashier
Panera Bread
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing food and beverage orders and payments.
- Handled cash transactions accurately
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels, ensuring availability of popular items during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to provide exceptional service and maintain a clean, welcoming environment for patrons.
- Upheld proper food handling safety standards to ensure a healthy dining experience for guests.
- Effectively managed customer complaints, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2027
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Tampa, FL05.2023
Skills
- Adaptability
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Eagerness to learn and good attitude
- Written and oral communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patience and empathy
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
New Tampa Family YMCA
05.2024 - 08.2024
Family Programming Assistant
New Tampa Family YMCA
08.2022 - 05.2023
Summer Camp Counselor
New Tampa Family YMCA
05.2022 - 08.2022
Food and Beverage Cashier
Panera Bread
07.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Florida
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
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