Tessa Little
Rochester
Summary
I have a strong interest in understanding behavior and working with and helping children and adolescents grow positive coping and communication skills. I am looking for a career as a behavioral technician or therapist to work with children with developmental and behavioral challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Rochester Museum Science Camp
08.2019
- Teaching assistant focused on preparing children for future learning and exploring the world through science.
Daycare Assistant
Inspire Crayon Campus
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised children during playtime, ensuring safety and engagement in activities.
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing daily lesson plans and educational activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom materials and play areas.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily activities.
Camp Counselor
Camp Augusta
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Lived with and supported five campers (ages 8-12) as a cabin counselor at a residential camp focused on helping children develop independence, self-confidence, creativity, empathy, and connection.
- Preparation included 21 days of training about relating to children in a way that empowers their growth and independence, using emotional intelligence skills such as compassionate communication and practicing “success counseling” strategies to develop empathetic understanding.
Retail Sales / Cashier
Dick’s Sporting Goods
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions, giving product recommendations, and facilitating transactions.
- Registered sales by scanning, itemizing, and totaling customer purchases.
Coaching Assistant
Brighton Youth Tennis Camp
07.2023 - 07.2022
- Planned and executed summer youth tennis camp activities.
Wait Staff/Phones/Cashier/Food Prep
Salvatore’s Pizza
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Served dinner, took phone orders, received payment, and assembled food orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY05-2026
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organization
- Excellent communication
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Inspire Crayon Campus
05.2025 - 08.2025
Camp Counselor
Camp Augusta
05.2024 - 08.2024
Coaching Assistant
Brighton Youth Tennis Camp
07.2023 - 07.2022
Retail Sales / Cashier
Dick’s Sporting Goods
06.2023 - 08.2023
Wait Staff/Phones/Cashier/Food Prep
Salvatore’s Pizza
12.2021 - 01.2022
Teaching Assistant
Rochester Museum Science Camp
08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Rochester