Zy'Ren Gregory
283 Linden Ave, Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Diligent high school senior with a strong interest in pursuing a career as an engineer. Eager to apply problem-solving skills, a solid foundation in engineering principles, and a commitment to learning in an engineer apprenticeship.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Starting Points of Hudson County
Jersey City , New Jersey
09.2024 - Current
- Supported children ages 1-4 in achieving learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for children's health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing children ages 1-4 in classroom and recess environments.
- Oversaw children ages 1-4 in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
Camp Counselor
Dr. Lena Edwards Academic Charter School
Jersey City , New Jersey
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared classrooms for the next school year by setting up learning materials, such as textbooks, activity kits, and digital tools, and by organizing educational resources.
- Checked current supplies, furniture, and equipment.
- Evaluated the existing layout and made adjustments based on the upcoming year's needs.
- Arranged desks, chairs, and other furniture to facilitate learning and interaction.
- Designated areas for different activities, such as reading corners, group workstations, and individual study areas.
- Updated bulletin boards by preparing and updating bulletin boards with relevant information, schedules, and student work.
Summer Youth Lifeguard
Lafayette Aquatic Center
Jersey City , New Jersey
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Responsible for monitoring swimming areas, enforcing pool rules, and ensuring the safety of all patrons.
- Maintained a vigilant presence, performing rescues when necessary, and providing excellent customer service.
- Proactive in maintaining public safety by continuously scanning the pool and surrounding areas to ensure swimmer safety and adherence to pool rules.
- Maintained pool area by ensuring that the pool area is clean, orderly, and well-maintained.
- Assisted with routine checks of pool equipment and water quality.
Special Needs Summer Camp Athletic Counselor
Dr. Lena Edwards Academic Charter School
Jersey City , New Jersey
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for assisting Lead Coach with facilitating sporting activities for summer campers that include: soccer, basketball, and football
- Built positive relationships with campers, while modeling and reinforcing camp appropriate and constructive behavior
- Empowered the campers with positive affirmations
- Created a fun and supportive environment for campers to feel connected to the daily activities, while maintaining high levels of safety
- Assisted on field trips by monitoring campers, assisting with activities, and providing assistance where needed
Recreation Volunteer
Jersey City Public School #40
Jersey City , New Jersey
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Responsible for assisting with recreational activities for small groups of children that includes: soccer, basketball, and football
- Responsible for overseeing formation and providing positive constructive feedback and assistance to correct formation
- Played with the children, encouraging a fun and learning environment
- Maintained high levels of safety protocols and provided assistance where needed
Summer Volunteer
Trinity Child Care Center
Jersey City , New Jersey
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Responsible for preparing activity stations for small children that included hands-on craft activities
- Carried out interactive reading in small and large group settings
- Engaged in active/gross motor activities with Pre-k students
- Ensured proper safety measures were followed
Education
High School Diploma -
University Academy Charter School
Jersey City, NJ06-2025
Skills
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Regulating Safety Practices
- Analytical
- Communication
Activities
- Swimming
- Organized basketball
- Assisting in community volunteer events
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Starting Points of Hudson County
09.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
Dr. Lena Edwards Academic Charter School
07.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Youth Lifeguard
Lafayette Aquatic Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Special Needs Summer Camp Athletic Counselor
Dr. Lena Edwards Academic Charter School
07.2023 - 08.2023
Recreation Volunteer
Jersey City Public School #40
09.2019 - 12.2019
Summer Volunteer
Trinity Child Care Center
11.2017 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
University Academy Charter School
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