Yasmeen Dowell
Ellicott City
Summary
Motivated and hard-working high school senior with a strong foundation in leadership, teamwork, and community involvement. Successfully balances academic excellence with a diverse range of extracurricular activities, showcasing exceptional communication, organizational skills, and compassion for others. Passionate about pursuing a degree in animal sciences to acquire the necessary skills and education to make a positive and meaningful impact on the environment and global community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
03.2020 - Current
- Provides care for children ages 1-9 years
- Creates thoughtful babysitting agendas, tailoring to the needs of each child and parent instructions. Plays games, reads books to children, provides reassurance, organizes play areas, and prepares meals and snacks.
- Drafts Sitter Reports for parents, providing details of each session, to include, activities, food provided, positive moments, and issues.
- Learned about taking care of young children and about problem solving and resiliency.
Animal Caretaker
02.2020 - Current
Camp SciKidz, Junior Camp Counselor
06.2024 - 08.2024
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Mount Hebron High School
05.2024
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Team Management
- Customer Service
- Animal Care
- Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Child Supervision
- Emotional Intelligence
- Event Planning
- Leadership
- Varsity Cheer Captain: Led the team by fostering a positive environment, promoting inclusivity, and encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship
Advancedcoursework
- AP English
- Ap Psychology
- AP Computer Science
- AP Government
Awards
- National Honors Society
- National English Honors Society member.
- Selected for Iowa State University’s competitive AgDiscovery program, gaining hands-on experience in veterinary medicine, Animal Science, Laboratory Technology, and Wildlife Ecology.
- Represented Howard County at the Maryland Conservation and Natural Resource Camp, gaining expertise in Forestry, GIS/GPS technology, Urban Forestry, and Wildlife Habitat.
Clubsandactivities
- Class of 2025 Board Member, Helped Organize and plan school events.
- Red Cross member, Volunteered to promote health and safety within the community.
- Active Minds Member, Advocated for mental health awareness and participated in related community initiatives.
Volunteer Experience
- Blossoms of Hope, 2021-2024: Charity organization dedicated to raising money for breast cancer research and survivorship.
- Supported a yearly fundraising activity, The Santa Project, dedicating every weekend during fall and winter months to raise money by visiting the homes of donor families and interacting with children while playing the role of Santa’s elf.
- Learned about the dedication and diligence required to organize and implement fundraising events.
- Future Farmers of America (FFA), 2023-2025:
- Educated attendees about baby ducks and chickens, facilitating hands-on interaction and sharing care and behavior information
- Soup Kitchen Volunteer, 2022-2025:
- Assisted with meal preparation, food drives, and the distribution of food donations at a homeless shelter.
Hobbies and Interests
- Seven years as competitive year-round swimmer.
- One year of JV softball.
- Three-year Varsity Cheerleader, serving as team captain.
Accomplishments
USDA AgDiscovery Program, Iowa State University, 2023
Forestry blah blah
Timeline
Camp SciKidz, Junior Camp Counselor
06.2024 - 08.2024
Babysitter
03.2020 - Current
Animal Caretaker
02.2020 - Current
Highschool Diploma -
Mount Hebron High School
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