Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Stella Savage

Wauconda

Summary

Dynamic and empathetic professional with experience as a Summer Camp Counselor at Wauconda Park District, excelling in activity organization and child engagement. Proven ability to foster positive behavior and build relationships, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for campers. Strong problem-solving skills complemented by effective communication and leadership abilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Summer Camp Counselor

Wauconda Park District
Wauconda
06.2024 - Current
  • Organized games and sports activities to keep campers entertained.
  • Ensured that all rules were followed at the camp grounds.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises among different age groups of campers.
  • Collaborated with other counselors to create fun learning experiences for campers.
  • Engaged in conversations with individual children about their interests, concerns, goals.
  • Provided guidance and support to campers in a safe, encouraging environment.
  • Managed disciplinary issues according to established policies and procedures.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among campers through role modeling and reinforcement techniques.

Server

JJ Twiggs Pizza
Wauconda
05.2023 - 08.2025
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.

Customer Service Cashier and Pizza Maker

Monicals Pizza
Bloomington Normal
02.2024 - 04.2025
  • Ensured that all areas of the retail floor were properly stocked throughout each shift.
  • Processed credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from customers regarding product availability or store locations.

Server

No Wake Bar and Grill
Port Barrington
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Effectively communicated with kitchen staff about customer allergies and special requests.
  • Accurately took orders in a timely manner, ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Efficiently responded to guest inquiries and complaints professionally.
  • Served each guest courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Accurately took orders promptly, ensuring guest satisfaction.ion.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wauconda High School
Wauconda, IL
05-2022

Some College (No Degree) -

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

Skills

  • Activity organization
  • Rule enforcement
  • Team collaboration
  • Child engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Safety supervision
  • Leadership skills
  • Problem solving
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Childcare management
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Decision-making
  • Active listening
  • Parental communications
  • Empathy and patience
  • Relationship building
  • Written and oral communication

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List at Illinois State University: 3 semesters
  • 10x National Irish Dance Championship Qualifier
  • 9x World Qualifier for the World Irish Dance Championships

Certification

  • CPR Certified

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Summer Camp Counselor

Wauconda Park District
06.2024 - Current

Customer Service Cashier and Pizza Maker

Monicals Pizza
02.2024 - 04.2025

Server

JJ Twiggs Pizza
05.2023 - 08.2025

Server

No Wake Bar and Grill
03.2021 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Wauconda High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Illinois State University
Stella Savage