Personable and reliable with strong organizational skills and passion for helping others. Dedication to a job well done and quick to learn new systems and routines. Committed to creating welcoming environment and enhancing customers experience.
Work History
Camp Counselor
2 Months
Girl Scouts of Central Illinois | 05.2026 - 07.2026
Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance campers' outdoor skills and personal growth.
Led group activities, fostering teamwork and interpersonal skills among campers.
Monitored camper safety, ensuring adherence to guidelines and emergency protocols.
Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
1 Year 6 Months
Swim America | 02.2025 - 08.2026
Organize and teach an average of 15, 40 minute swim lessons a week
Work with children ages 4 to 12
Teach skills like listening, respect, fine motor coordination, and safety
Communicate with children and parents effectively to make sure progress is being made
Responded promptly to emergencies, executing rescue procedures effectively.
Monitored pool areas to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Team Member
2 Years
Portillo's | 06.2024 - 06.2026
Memorized and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and type of product we carry including helping those with allergies effectively
Operated kitchen equipment efficiently while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
Proficient in customer service
Knows how to upsell a product and make it sound appealing to a customer
Well-organized and clean workstation
Always comes into work with a smile and a good attitude
Crew Member
3 Months
Tropical Smoothie Cafe | 03.2024 - 06.2024
At TSC I was expected to service customers with a greeting, answer questions about our menu, and effectively use our cash register. I was also expected to prepare and make food and smoothies as well as maintain a clean eating area for customers in the lobby.
Team Member
4 Months
Moe's Southwest Grill | 07.2023 - 11.2023
Prepare and serve food like tacos, burritos, and burrito bowls. I also had to clean up by mopping and wiping equipment down. My main proficiency was in customer service, by greeting every customer with a smile and being attentive to their needs.
Education
High school diploma
University High School | Normal, IL | 05-2025
Vice President of National Honors Society
2nd Place in State for Biology at Academic Challenge (EIU)
3.9 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Illinois State University | Normal, IL | 05-2029
Jesse W. Fell Scholarship Recipient
Civic Engagement Scholarship Recipient (Over 150 Recorded Service Hours)
55 Credits Completed
Skills
Experience with children
Teaching
Lifeguard experience
Customer service
First Aid Certification
Activity planning
Effective problem-solver
Critical thinking
Strong communicator
Team player
Certification
Lifeguard Training
Food Handler Certification August 2023 to August 2026