Isabelle Popejoy
Columbia
Summary
Dedicated first-year Biology major with two years of experience as an afterschool counselor, supporting student growth through mentorship, activity planning, and positive engagement. Actively contributed to community development by volunteering at a local thrift store, assisting with operations that fund neighborhood programs. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and reliability. Eager to apply leadership experience, organizational skills, and academic knowledge to future opportunities in education, research, or healthcare.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Counselor
Upper Palmetto Ymca
Clover
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised children during activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Engaged students with creative arts and crafts projects.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and needs.
- Encouraged teamwork and cooperation among students during group activities.
- Monitored student behavior and resolved conflicts as necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in activity areas after use.
- Supervised individual and group activities in the after-school program.
- Provided guidance and support to students in a safe, nurturing environment.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
Volunteer
Tender Hearts Thrift Store
Clover
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within the appropriate timeframe.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clover High School
Clover, SC05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Creative problem solving
- Project management
- Child supervision
- Patience and empathy
- Role modeling
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative thinking
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Received the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
- Received the Dean's Scholarship through the University of South Carolina
- Recognized as Principal's Scholar and Dean's Scholar throughout high school career
- Graduated high school 17 out of 543
Timeline
Volunteer
Tender Hearts Thrift Store
09.2024 - 12.2024
After School Counselor
Upper Palmetto Ymca
10.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Clover High School
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Carolina
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