Youth Development
Resume:
Charles Roman Talbert
Des Moines, IA ***** • 515-***-**** • *************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Skills
• Activity Planning
• Group and individual instruction
• Activity Coordination
• Friendly, Positive Attitude
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Multitasking
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Organizational Skills
• Effective Communication
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Work History
Recreation Specialist, City of Des Moines, Des Moines, IA 06/2024 to Current
• Foster a positive environment for youth by promoting inclusivity, respect, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
• Manage logistics of daily camp operations such as attendance tracking, meal coordination, and equipment inventory to maintain smooth routines.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents involving injuries or behavioral issues.
• Led groups of children safely through a variety of activities.
• Enhance youth experience by developing and implementing diverse, age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure camper safety by diligently supervising activities and enforcing rules promptly.
Enrichment Coach, Metro Kids, Des Moines, IA 02/2023 to 05/2024
• Foster a positive environment for youth by promoting inclusivity, respect, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
• Manage logistics of daily camp operations such as attendance tracking, meal coordination, and equipment inventory to maintain smooth routines.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents involving injuries or behavioral issues.
• Led groups of children safely through a variety of activities.
• Enhance youth experience by developing and implementing diverse, age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure camper safety by diligently supervising activities and enforcing rules promptly.
Sales Associate, Journeys Kidz, West Des Moines, IA 12/2022 to 02/2023
• Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
• Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
• Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
• Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
• Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
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Work History continued
Youth Basketball Coach, Beyond Ball, Urbandale, IA 03/2022 to 09/2022
• Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
• Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
• Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete’s learning style.
• Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
Youth Counselor, YMCA, Des Moines, IA 10/2015 to 05/2022
• Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
• Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
• Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
• Implemented a variety of fun and recreational activities for youth.
• Developed strong rapport with youth, fostering open communication and trust for effective counseling sessions.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2017
Hoover High School - Des Moines, IA
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