Emma Long
Irmo
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Moondoggie’s Paddle Camp, adept at implementing positive behavior support strategies and fostering emotional regulation. Proven ability to build rapport with children and families while ensuring safety in high-risk environments. Skilled in data collection and documentation, enhancing camper growth through tailored activities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Counselor
Moondoggie’s Paddle Camp
Irmo
06.2018 - 08.2025
- Supervise and ensure the safety of 25+ children (ages 8–15) daily in a high-risk waterfront environment
- Monitored camper safety, emotional regulation, and social interactions to support overall well-being
- Implement structured routines and clear behavioral expectations to maintain a safe and supportive camp setting
- Use positive reinforcement and redirection strategies to encourage appropriate behavior
- Led skill-building activities tailored to learning styles and developmental levels to enhance camper growth
- Communicated with parents about child progress and behavior to strengthen family engagement and support
- Enforce child protection policies and respond calmly during weather and safety emergencies
Child Care Provider
Moody Family
Irmo
04.2020 - 01.2024
- Delivered consistent care for children ages 6–13 in structured home environment, fostering stability and security
- Develop age-appropriate activities to promote social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Employed positive behavior support strategies and maintained consistent boundaries to promote healthy behavior and development
- Facilitated conflict resolution and emotional regulation skills, enhancing children's social interactions and emotional well-being
- Build trust through clear communication, patience, and predictable routines
- Safely transport children and coordinate daily schedules
Assistant Dance Coach
The Dance Dept
Irmo
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Instruct children ages 3–6 in foundational movement and coordination skills
- Break down complex skills into manageable steps to promote mastery
- Supported diverse learners through tailored instruction and encouragement
- Facilitated teamwork and communication skills through structured group activities
- Ensured safety and maintained behavioral standards during group sessions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC05-2027
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis foundations
- Direct lived experience supporting an individual with high support needs, including structured routines, behavior management strategies, and emotional regulation support
- Positive behavior support strategies
- Behavior intervention implementation
- Data collection and documentation
- Developmentally appropriate practices
- Rapport building with children and families
- Emotional regulation support
- Structured routine implementation
- Cultural competency
- Conflict resolution skills
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Community Service
- Evengers Leadership Team, Irmo, SC, Volunteer, 01/20, 12/22, Led youth programming and coordinated structured group activities, Facilitated discussions and activities promoting teamwork and positive values
- Martha’s Market, Irmo, SC, Volunteer, 01/18, 12/21, Assisted with event coordination and fundraising efforts for low-income schools
Core Skills For Behavioral Therapy
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Foundations
- Direct lived experience supporting an individual with high support needs, including structured routines, behavior management strategies, and emotional regulation support
- Positive Behavior Support Strategies
- Behavior Intervention Implementation
- Data Collection & Documentation
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice
- Rapport Building with Children & Families
- Emotional Regulation Support
- Structured Routine Implementation
- Cultural Competency
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Relevant Experience And Leadership
- Wofford Companions, Engaged in weekly social programming with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Fostered inclusive, one-on-one relationships to support social engagement and independence, Assisted in planning accessible events to promote community inclusion
- Kappa Alpha Theta – Membership Development Committee (Standards), Supported conflict resolution and accountability among members, Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and strong interpersonal communication, Collaborated to problem-solve and implement behavioral expectations
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Moody Family
04.2020 - 01.2024
Assistant Dance Coach
The Dance Dept
08.2019 - 05.2021
Senior Counselor
Moondoggie’s Paddle Camp
06.2018 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Wofford College