Elizabeth Smith

Experience

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  University of New England Bookstore

  Sept 2005 - May 2009

  Sales Associate

  Key holder, opening and closing of store, cashier, customer assistance, restocking, shipping, receiving, on-line order processing, training of new employees

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  Girl Scouts of Fox Valley Council

  Jun 2006 - Aug 2007

  Day Camp Counselor

  Supervision of children during all activities, teaching of outdoor skills, lifeguarding, training of new counselors and volunteers

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  University of New England

  Sept 2006 - May 2008

  Resident Advisor

  Promoted personal heath and wellness through educational programming, enforced policy, first responder to emergency situations

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  Kent School District

  Sept 2009 - May 2010

  Avid Tutor

  Making the college-unsures into the college-bound

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  North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

  Jun 2010 - May 2013

  Special Activities Program Instructor

  -Plan and present educational programs regarding marine biology, resource conservation and protection, and aquatic environmental ecology.-Design new types of day camps-Created Jr. Marine Biologist patch program

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  Merrell

  Sept 2010 - Sept 2011

  Sales Associate

  Customer service, cash management, merchandising.

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  Coastal Science and Engineering

  May 2011 - Nov 2011

  Sea Turtle Monitor

  Patrolled the beach at night looking for sea turtle activity during a beach nourishment project.

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  UNC Wilmington - MarineQuest

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Program Instructor

  Provide “hands-on, feet-wet” instruction in coastal sciences for campers age 8-10

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  Green River Preserve

  May 2014 - Aug 2015

  Aquatics Supervisor, Mentor, Expedition Leader

  -Supervised lifeguard staff, conducted in-service training, maintained waterfront equipment, responded to emergencies, and maintained paperwork for camp accreditation. -Taught ecology and environmental science. -Planned and led 14 day kayak camping trips in the Core Banks of NC for high school age campers including marine science education, risk management, managing group dynamics, menu planning, transportation, maintaining equipment, and handling medical issues.

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  Pool Professionals of the Carolinas

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  Assistant Manager, Life Guard

  -Open and close pool facility, lifeguard, maintain water quality, supervise lifeguards.

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  Clemson University

  Feb 2016 - Aug 2016

  -Oversaw camp operations and activities, trained and supervised camp counselors.-Head of camp medical services, head lifeguard, media coordinator.-Created schedules and planned logistics for activities and off-site trips. -Created and taught lesson plans for marine science classes including marine life, salt marsh, and barrier island beach studies.

  • Camp Coordinator

    Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Marine Science Instructor

    Feb 2016 - May 2016
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  University of North Carolina at Wilmington

  Aug 2016 - May 2017

  Certified Public Speaking Tutor

  Provided instruction and feedback about speaking skills and presentations to students in a one-on-one setting.

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  Gwynn Valley

  May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Waterfront Director

  • Trained, supervised, managed and scheduled 26 lifeguards across multiple program areas.• Planned, organized, and taught activities such as kayaking, swim lessons, and more.• Assisted leadership staff with daily programming and supervision of staff and campers.

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  University of North Carolina at Wilmington

  Jan 2018 - Jul 2018

  Temporary Faculty
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  Emagination Tech Camps

  Jun 2018 - Jul 2018

  Director

  •Coordinate the setup, opening, execution, closing and break down of overnight summer tech program for kids and teens.•Manage the daily operation of the camp program including safety, health services, program areas, human resource matters, camper / staff supervision and communications with parents, host campus and corporate office.•Supervise, manage and coach a team of 12 staff to ensure the implementation of curriculum, rules, policies, safety guidelines, programs and traditions.•Manage a budget and inventory. Show less

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  University of North Carolina at Wilmington

  Sept 2018 - Apr 2020

  Project Coordinator

  Managed a grant to bring STEM programming to under-served communities in Southeast NC. I taught topics in engineering, agriculture, science, and technology to 8th graders and other educators with the goal of increasing awareness of future STEM jobs in rural areas.

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  National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Logistics Coordinator

  • Coordinated the menu, food pack, and gear pack for backcountry trips lasting up to 16 days.• Guided backcountry hiking trips in Pisgah National Forest, NC.• Assessed all gear pre and post trip for functionality and safety; repaired gear as needed.

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  WB Surf Camp

  Mar 2021 - Aug 2023

  Residential Site Director

  • Coordinate the setup, opening, execution, closing and break down of overnight summer camp program for kids and teens.• Manage the daily operation of the camp program including safety, health services, program areas, human resource matters, camper / staff supervision and communications with parents, host campus and corporate office.• Supervise, manage and coach a team of 35 staff to ensure the implementation of curriculum, rules, policies, safety guidelines, programs and traditions.• Manage a budget and inventory.• Oversee the kitchen operations and kitchen staff.• Respond to emergencies; including medical, mental health, weather, infrastructure, and transportation. Show less