Benjamin Sherrick
Golden
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively
unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Rock Climbing Instructor
Planet Rock Climbing Gym
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Reinstated in my previous position after graduation from school.
Rock Climbing Instructor
Planet Rock Climbing Gym
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Reinstated in my previous position after returning from school for the Summer
Rock Climbing Instructor
Planet Rock Climbing Gym
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Helped customers at the desk: Checking in, retail, account management, answering questions, etc. While serving as a customer-facing representative of the company
- Ran lessons showing climbers how to properly handle and use all the equipment necessary, and what rules are required to be followed when top-roping or lead climbing in our facility
- Carried out floor walks ensuring that everyone in the gym was acting safely
- Additionally spent time as a counselor in the Youth Programs, leading groups of campers through activities, coordinating with other staff members, and prioritizing the safety and participation of everyone.
Summer Camp Director
YMCA Ann Arbor
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Served as the Waterfront Director, overseeing multiple activity areas and coordinating with other directors to create and maintain a structured and supportive experience for campers and counselors alike
- Trained other workers in procedures and policies for safe recreational activities
- Scheduled and coordinated events and activities for the campers
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA Ann Arbor
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Served as the archery and boating specialists at YMCA Camp Birkett
- Engaged campers aged 5-15 in activities, games, and field trips while maintaining a safe and fun environment
- Provided swimming, archery, and canoeing lessons while ensuring understanding of technique and safety requirements to prevent injury to campers or staff
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Carleton College
Northfield, MN06-2024
Skills
- Technical problem solving
- Group and individual instruction
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Rock Climbing Instructor
Planet Rock Climbing Gym
06.2024 - 11.2024
Rock Climbing Instructor
Planet Rock Climbing Gym
06.2023 - 08.2023
Rock Climbing Instructor
Planet Rock Climbing Gym
04.2022 - 12.2022
Summer Camp Director
YMCA Ann Arbor
06.2021 - 09.2021
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA Ann Arbor
06.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Carleton College
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