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Sydney Helm

Eastlake,OH

Summary

Dynamic educator with experience supporting K-6 students through structured activities. Known for strong communication and collaboration skills, contributing to student success and family engagement while maintaining safety and compliance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Camp Unit Lead 3-4

West End YMCA
Willoughby, Ohio
05.2025 - Current

Supported 70-85 third and fourth graders weekly in structured activities.

Built strong relationships with kindergarten through second grade and fifth through seventh grade groups, fostering a sense of community.

Mentored and guided five to six staff members to ensure safe, supportive environments for children.

Collaborated with families to foster engagement and build family-camp relationships.

Assisted students with medical needs, ensuring adherence to strict schedules.

Developed behavioral support plans for students requiring additional emotional guidance.

Coordinated communication between families and program leaders, increasing family involvement in camp activities.

  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Proposed and implemented innovative ideas to improve team collaboration and program effectiveness.

Lake County YMCA Before and After School Childcare

West End YMCA
Willoughby, Ohio
08.2022 - Current

Collaborated with K-6 students to promote academic achievement before and after school.

Facilitated homework assistance to improve student comprehension and performance.

Monitored student behavior while fostering connections through attentive listening.

Engaged parents in discussions to address individual child needs and track progress.

Established a fun, safe environment for students before and after school hours.

Summer Camp Counselor

West End YMCA
Willoughby, Ohio
05.2023 - 08.2024

Facilitated groups of 10-18 children in 3rd-4th grade during activities and field trips, promoting engagement and enjoyment.

Planned and implemented multiple activities based on the interests and needs of the students within the

Facilitated group activities for children, enhancing teamwork and social skills.

Partnered with staff to create a nurturing environment for children, enhancing their overall camp experience.

I also grew as a leader and educator and was able to obtain even more skills that are required for working

with children effectively.

  • Supervised campers during activities and ensured safety protocols were followed.
  • Designed and led interactive outdoor activities and games, fostering teamwork and physical fitness among participants.

Server

Parker Place Retirement Home
Mentor, Ohio
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly to ensure high satisfaction levels
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts to streamline workflow and elevate guest experiences
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
  • Arranged and prepared tables to enhance guest experiences
  • Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eastlake North High School
Eastlake, OH
05-2023

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences-Occupational Therapy

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH

Skills

  • Activity coordination
  • Child safety compliance
  • Behavioral planning
  • Academic support
  • Family engagement
  • Student mentorship

Affiliations

Volunteer, Matthew 25 Ministries

Timeline

Summer Camp Unit Lead 3-4

West End YMCA
05.2025 - Current

Summer Camp Counselor

West End YMCA
05.2023 - 08.2024

Lake County YMCA Before and After School Childcare

West End YMCA
08.2022 - Current

Server

Parker Place Retirement Home
04.2021 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Eastlake North High School

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences-Occupational Therapy

University of Cincinnati
Sydney Helm