Emily Schau
Skokie
Summary
Compassionate counselor skilled in fostering supportive environments and building strong relationships with campers. Experienced in providing constructive guidance and promoting healthy habits, ensuring safety and engagement in all camp activities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
Wesley Child Care Center
Glenview, IL
05.2025 - Current
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- 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.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behavior from campers both individually and within group settings.
Summer Camp Counselor
St. Philip Lutheran School
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement of campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI05-2026
High School Diploma -
Niles North High School
Skokie, IL05-2022
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Creativity and innovation
- Relationship building
- Child supervision
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Wesley Child Care Center
05.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
St. Philip Lutheran School
06.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Carthage College
High School Diploma -
Niles North High School