Merritt Kelley
CHATTANOOGA
Summary
Dedicated college student with a passion for learning and helping people. Proficient in time management, collaboration, and problem-solving. Particularly interested in working with children and Occupational Therapy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bright Days Camp Counselor
The Bright School
Chattanooga
05.2022 - 08.2026
- Supervised children from Junior Pre K to third grade.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
- Provided emotional support to students who needed extra attention due to personal issues at home or school.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, incidents, and any disciplinary actions taken.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Prepared bulletin boards around the halls to match the theme of the week.
- Provided first aid and responded to emergencies, maintaining camper safety as the top priority.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
Aftercare Teacher
The Bright School
Chattanooga
05.2022 - 05.2026
- Signed in each child, Junior Pre K -5th grade students, once they arrived at their designated aftercare spot after school.
- Signed each student out while ensuring their reunion with a guardian.
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring comprehension and timely completion
- Coordinated with after-school program staff to plan and execute special events.
- Planned engaging recreational activities such as arts and crafts projects or outdoor games.
Concessions Worker
Rivermont Park
Chattanooga
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
- Served food and beverages at take-out counters to provide fast service to waiting guests.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Promptly reported complaints to supervisor for quick, efficient resolution.
- Restocked merchandise when needed throughout the day.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Human Development And Family Sciences
University of Georgia
Athens, GeorgiaSkills
- Organized
- Child development
- Behavioral assessment
- Activity planning
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
Certification
- CITI Program: Human Subjects Training Certificate
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll all of High School
- Academic Good Standing
Affiliations
- WIT UGA (Whatever It Takes) Volunteering
- Attended UGA Child Development Lab, once a week Fall 2024 Semester
- Babysitting
- Writing
- Travel
- Former member of Delta Delta Delta
Timeline
Bright Days Camp Counselor
The Bright School
05.2022 - 08.2026
Aftercare Teacher
The Bright School
05.2022 - 05.2026
Concessions Worker
Rivermont Park
03.2021 - 07.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Human Development And Family Sciences
University of Georgia
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