Summer Balbuena
Wilkes-Barre
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional experienced caring for children of all ages. Comfortable supervising special needs children and preschool ages.
Attentive background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Dedication to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments for all children.
Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
City Of Plains
05.2025 - Current
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Graphic Designer
Full Bend Fishing
01.2024 - Current
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Developed original designs for print media, magazines and newspapers.
In-Home Babysitter
Shuleski, Ellie
03.2023 - Current
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
Clerical Assistant
Flexible Mobility Inc
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
- Composed sensitive, confidential reports and documentation.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
In-Home Babysitter
Ballett , Mckayla
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Reviewed and followed parent directions for children's care.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Documented children's growth and development.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Volunteer
Wilkes-Barre Girls Softball League
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Catering Server
Tonys Pizzeria & Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
Personal Babysitter
Siewell Family
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06-2026
Skills
- Social integration
- Meal and snack preparation
- Activity planning
- Time management proficiency
- Schedule management
- Child safety
- Educational support
- Early childhood education
- Digital graphics
- Child development
- Stress management techniques
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
City Of Plains
05.2025 - Current
Graphic Designer
Full Bend Fishing
01.2024 - Current
In-Home Babysitter
Shuleski, Ellie
03.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Wilkes-Barre Girls Softball League
03.2023 - 03.2024
Clerical Assistant
Flexible Mobility Inc
09.2022 - 06.2024
In-Home Babysitter
Ballett , Mckayla
04.2022 - 04.2024
Catering Server
Tonys Pizzeria & Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2024
Personal Babysitter
Siewell Family
01.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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