Camp CounselorWhat type of job are you looking for? Preferably a Camp Counselor position. I have worked in a camp on a golf course for the past two years, and I love working with kids. If not available, I will work in practically any job/position open. What languages do you speak (and at what level)? I am a native speaker of Spanish and English. I was born in Chile to an American mother and a Chilean father, and have lived in the U.S. for the past 14 years. What State are you looking to work in and why? Any State that has an available job. What field do you currently work in? I am current a student at UNC-Chapel Hill as an ROTC cadet for the U.S. Army. What fields have you worked in before? I have worked as a lifeguard and camp counselor. What qualifications do you hold? I have a little sister of 10 years old that I have helped raise and I have experience dealing with well over 100 children throughout the summers. Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? Formal education and skills are equally valuable, but depending on the job, one more than the other. I feel the job I am looking for requires both a sense of professional appeal, education, and insight, while also the necessary skills gained through previous work. Describe the benefits of working with others The main benefit of learning to work with others is definitely the chance and opportunity to meet someone new. Most co-workers will have different personalities and views on life, and learning to respect their opinions while also having an input is a balancing skill that pays off in the long run. Describe the benefits of working alone Working alone can provide excellent time for solidarity. Solidarity may sound like a negative appeal, but it gives people time to reflect on their goals, focus on being a leader, and having sole responsibility for the good and bad. What was your worst working experience? My worst working experience is like another person's best. I have never encountered a job I didn't like, or else I wouldn't have applied in the first place. I do not work for solely profit, I work for experience and particularly in the Virgin Islands to be somewhere new. But I have to say the worst experience may have been pizza-making day at the kid's camp. Tomato sauce can be real messy. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? The most important lesson I have learned to this day has been to respect authority and take responsibility for the good and bad things you accomplish. What unique skills do you have? I have several unique skills. I am a quick-learner, VERY ENTHUSIASTIC!!, I am a people person, and have the uncanny ability to make people smile. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? My dream job would have to be a pediatrician. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? The most interesting aspects of my field are definitely being able to study children and their behavorial patterns as they mature. I think the way the human body transitions from five years old to seven is remarkable considering only two years of development. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? The least interesting aspect of my field is dealing with children who don't want to participate. The Debby-downers can negatively affect the rest of the group and spoil the fun for everyone. Why the Virgin Islands? As a student, I want the opportunity to visit a new location, while still gain working experience and earn money to support myself for the next school year. How can potential employers contact you? By phone or e-mail. U.S. cell phone: 1 - 919 - 946 - 6915 email: salmano@email.unc.edu | 
