Shaina Shifman
Pepper Pike
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience at JCC of Cleveland, excelling in child safety and team management. Proven ability to enhance camper experiences through engaging activities and effective collaboration. Recognized for strong motivational skills and attention to detail, contributing to continuous improvement in camp operations and participant satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Camp Counselor
JCC of Cleveland
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Utilized effective time management skills to balance multiple responsibilities such as activity planning, supervision duties, and administrative tasks.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment required for various camp activities while adhering to budget constraints.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of camp operations by participating in post-season review meetings and offering constructive suggestions based on personal experiences.
- Promoted positive values such as respect, empathy, and cooperation through daily interactions with both staff members and participants.
Camp Counselor
JCC of Cleveland
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Camp Counselor
Camp Sabra - JCC
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
Camp Counselor
Camp Stone
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create memorable events that promoted teamwork and strengthened bonds among campers.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Science
Syracuse University
Syracuse, New York05-2026
Skills
- Child safety
- Motivational skills
- Team management
- Activity planning
- Special needs support
- Sports coaching
- Attention to detail
- Positive engagement
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
Timeline
Lead Camp Counselor
JCC of Cleveland
06.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
JCC of Cleveland
06.2023 - 08.2023
Camp Counselor
Camp Sabra - JCC
06.2022 - 07.2022
Camp Counselor
Camp Stone
06.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Science
Syracuse University
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