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Leah Villarreal

Chicago Heights

Summary

Dynamic professional with proven leadership abilities and a track record of successfully managing projects and teams. Demonstrates strong adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning, consistently achieving high performance in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Summer Camp Director

Chicago Heights Park District
Chicago Heights
06.2024 - Current
  • Planned engaging daily activities for campers of various ages and interests.
  • Supervised staff to ensure adherence to safety and program standards.
  • Coordinated logistics for field trips, including transportation and permissions.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and park officials regarding camper needs.
  • Managed schedules to optimize staff coverage during peak activity times.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training new counselors.
  • Created schedules for counselors, ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
  • Lead weekly meetings with counselors to discuss any issues or concerns they may have had during their shifts.
  • Supervised daily operations of the summer camp program.

Paraprofessional

District 170
Chicago Heights
05.2023 - Current
  • Supported teachers in classroom management and student engagement.
  • Collaborated with educators to develop instructional materials and resources.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents effectively.
  • Organized classroom activities and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Assisted students with special needs during daily activities and lessons.
  • Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bloom Township High School
Chicago Heights, IL
05-2022

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL

BOF Certification - Fire Science/ Paramedic

Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL

Skills

  • Activity planning
  • Staff supervision
  • Program management
  • Logistics coordination
  • Camp operations
  • Student engagement
  • Special needs support
  • Adaptability
  • Team leadership
  • First aid and CPR

Certification

  • BOF Certification
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Traffic Incident Management (NFPA 1091)
  • NIMS 100
  • NIMS 700
  • Resiliency Awareness Certification
  • Courage to Be Safe

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Summer Camp Director

Chicago Heights Park District
06.2024 - Current

Paraprofessional

District 170
05.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

Bloom Township High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Saint Xavier University

BOF Certification - Fire Science/ Paramedic

Prairie State College

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