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Lavelle Holmes

Harrisburg

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Summer Camp CounselorSuccess CoachPreschool & After School TeacherFront Desk ReceptionistWarehouse Associate

Work Type

Part TimeSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

16/hr - 10002/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offPaid sick leave

Summary

Engaging Early Childhood Education professional skilled in creating safe, stimulating environments that foster learning through play. Committed to team success and organizational growth, leveraging strong leadership and communication skills. Adaptable and proactive, eager to drive initiatives that enhance educational experiences.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA
Harrisburg
06.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities of campers, ensuring a safe and engaging environment that supported their goals.
  • Resolved conflicts between campers using effective communication strategies.
  • Initiated conversations with individual children to explore their interests and address their concerns.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises that promoted collaboration and bonding among different age groups of campers.

Success Coach

PA Steam Academy
08.2024 - Current
  • Championed diversity within the coaching practice by actively seeking out students from various backgrounds for a well-rounded experience.
  • Retained high level of professionalism while navigating sensitive conversations with students around personal challenges or setbacks.
  • Enhanced student success by developing personalized coaching strategies and setting achievable goals.

Preschool & After School Teacher

Best Friends Daycare
Harrisburg
03.2020 - 06.2025
  • Improved classroom control by resolving behavioral issues using positive reinforcement techniques
  • Created supportive and learning-focused classroom environments to help children achieve developmental milestones
  • Encouraged self-expression through understanding, flexibility and positive behavioral reinforcement
  • Kept classroom clean and organized through regular attention to upkeep requirements
  • Created age-appropriate lesson plans to assist children's social, emotional and cognitive development

Front Desk Receptionist

LA Fitness INC
11.2016 - 04.2021
  • Fielded incoming telephone calls to answer questions, direct callers, and take messages for staff
  • Collected payments for services and updated accounts to reflect new balances
  • Supported professional appearance of office areas by keeping front desk clean and orderly

Warehouse Associate

Amazon
07.2016 - 09.2016
  • Received, staged and stored incoming merchandise
  • Uphold safety standards by clearing out debris, trash and damaged items
  • Kept aisles clean, orderly and hazard-free

Waitress

The Vegetable Hunter
06.2015 - 07.2016
  • Served dishes with clear and concise descriptions
  • Stocked server areas with supplies throughout shift
  • Advised guests on menu choices, accommodated requests and noted preferences

Sales Associate

Victoria Secret
03.2015 - 06.2015
  • Helped customers navigate store, complete sales, and process returns
  • Resolved concerns using strong communication and conflict management skills combined with expert sales abilities
  • Created memorable customer experiences by offering personalized sales support

Sales Associate

Tuesday Morning
06.2013 - 01.2015
  • Helped customers navigate store, complete sales, and process returns
  • Resolved customer concerns using strong communication and conflict management skills
  • Assisted customers with sales and service needs
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Sales Associate

Macy's
11.2011 - 02.2012
  • Helped customers navigate store, complete sales, and process returns
  • Adapted to changing priorities and unexpected situations with calm demeanor
  • Demonstrated selling experience in fast-paced, service-oriented retail setting
  • Delivered consistent service to develop customer base

Ride Operator

Hershey Park
04.2009 - 09.2009
  • Double checked all of guest restraints and safety
  • Operated mechanical riding devices and automatic equipment in amusement parks, carnivals and recreation areas
  • Enforced all safety regulations and stayed current with safety rules and procedures

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Criminal Justice

Pennsylvania State University
Middletown, Pennsylvania
05-2016

Math Prerequisite, English Prerequisite, Kinesiology

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Skills

  • Leadership skills
  • Classroom management
  • Effective communication
  • Behavioral management
  • Child development
  • First aid and CPR

Timeline

Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA
06.2025 - Current

Success Coach

PA Steam Academy
08.2024 - Current

Preschool & After School Teacher

Best Friends Daycare
03.2020 - 06.2025

Front Desk Receptionist

LA Fitness INC
11.2016 - 04.2021

Warehouse Associate

Amazon
07.2016 - 09.2016

Waitress

The Vegetable Hunter
06.2015 - 07.2016

Sales Associate

Victoria Secret
03.2015 - 06.2015

Sales Associate

Tuesday Morning
06.2013 - 01.2015

Sales Associate

Macy's
11.2011 - 02.2012

Ride Operator

Hershey Park
04.2009 - 09.2009

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Criminal Justice

Pennsylvania State University

Math Prerequisite, English Prerequisite, Kinesiology

Harrisburg Area Community College
Lavelle Holmes