Taikya Ducksworth
Jonesboro
Summary
Developed strong leadership and organizational skills in dynamic camp environment, facilitating group activities and ensuring participant well-being. Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving abilities, adaptable to various settings. Looking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills can create positive impact.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Female Camp Counselor
Salvation Army (Georgia Division)
06.2022 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Maintained an incident report book on all campers for each camp session. Turned in the incident report book to Head Counselor at the conclusion of each camp session and retrieved a new one at the beginning of each camp session. Notify Head Counselor immediately of any serious situation.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
- Encouraged creative expression among campers by setting up art and music workshops.
- Improved camp cleanliness and organization with thorough daily inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Supported campers' personal growth by providing consistent emotional and social support.
- Enriched camp curriculum by integrating environmental conservation lessons into daily activities.
- Fostered safe and inclusive environment for campers by strictly adhering to camp safety protocols.
- Boosted camp morale, organizing entertaining and educational evening programs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL10-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS05-2022
High School Diploma -
Taylorsville High School
Taylorsville, MS05-2020
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Creative and energetic
- CPR
- First aid
- Outdoor skills
- Youth mentorship
Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Female Camp Counselor
Salvation Army (Georgia Division)
06.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Bethune-Cookman University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Jones County Junior College
High School Diploma -
Taylorsville High School
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