Analiese Evans

Youth Leader with years of hands-on experience leading camper programs and travel week-long day camps that increase confidence and reduce conflicts. Designs and delivers activity-based learning, runs safety checks and equipment inspections, and manages volunteer-led events to keep sessions on schedule. Seeks pediatric support roles that apply therapeutic play, behavioral assessment, and strong team collaboration.

Child Life Intern - Wellstar Healthcare - Augusta, Georgia

(2025-08 - 2026-05)

Collaborated with Child Life Specialists across outpatient, surgery, and oncology to reduce patient distress.

• Planned and led age-specific developmental and medical play groups to address psychosocial needs
• Joined Healthy Grandparent group to counsel grandparents assuming primary caregiving roles
• Prepared patients and families for procedures through targeted education and emotional preparation
• Offered distraction and coping techniques during procedures that noticeably lowered anxiety and improved cooperation
• Maintained therapeutic playroom environments separate from clinical care to preserve safe, non-threatening spaces
• Documented developmental observations and coping responses in charts to inform interdisciplinary care plans
• Delivered bedside therapeutic play that decreased distress and enhanced cooperation during procedures
• Led bedside play sessions with age-appropriate toys to lower children's pre-procedure distress
• Coordinated with Child Life Specialists to establish safe playroom boundaries away from clinical areas
• Ran weekly age-tailored developmental groups to promote social interaction and coping skills
• Performed daily safety checks and logged cleaning and toy repairs to maintain a safe playroom

Youth Leader - WinShape - Atlanta, Georgia

(2026-06)

Led skill sessions and group activities with campers while promoting Christian faith and servant leadership.

• Led three daily skill sessions that raised campers' confidence and participation
• Led small-group Team Time for my age group to build peer bonds and routines
• Handled weekly camp setup and teardown to keep operations safe and organized
• Directed daily group games that increased social interaction and reduced conflicts
• Ran evening reflection sessions that improved camper self-awareness and ownership of actions
• Committed to Christian faith and servant leadership while pursuing spiritual growth
• Worked as a traveling summer counselor delivering week-long day camps with local churches, showing flexibility and high energy
• Mentored children, led activities, and shared the Christian faith across regions for ~9 weeks

Intern - Foundation for Hospital Art - Woodstock, Georgia

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

Performed a variety of in-studio tasks including touch-up, drawing, assisting with volunteers, packaging, computer work, social media, and Paint Fest support.

• Performed precise paint touch-ups on murals using archival acrylics and museum-grade varnish
• Trained and guided volunteers during Paint Fest, assigning stations and correcting technique
• Prepared packaged artworks with labeled documentation and cushioned packing to prevent transit damage
• Cleaned and prepped mural surfaces using archival solvents, preventing paint adhesion failures
• Coordinated volunteer arrival and station rotations during Paint Fest to keep activities on schedule
• Led on-site Paint Fest orientation sessions that briefed volunteers on safety and task sequencing

Program Leader/Staff - Camp Twin Lakes - Winder, GA

(2023-05 - 2024-08)

Led outdoor adventure programs and directed recreational activities while maintaining safety protocols.

• Led outdoor adventure programs including rock climbing and zip line, improving camper confidence
• Directed arts, crafts, dance, yoga, and gym sessions, increasing engagement across age groups
• Operated safety equipment and followed protocols while maintaining accurate activity logs
• Adjusted activities based on participant feedback to better meet program goals
• Promoted open staff communication to maintain a positive work environment
• Acted as cabin liaison, conveying camper needs between cabins and camp partners
• Ran daily briefings for 40+ campers, assigning roles and reinforcing safety procedures
• Inspected equipment using manufacturer checklists and removed damaged gear immediately
• Coached small climbing groups, boosting technique mastery and participant confidence

Summer Camp Coach/Daycare Staff - YMCA - Dallas, GA

(2022-05 - 2023-05)

Managed daily camper groups and led activity rotations while supervising safety and developmental needs.

• Managed daily groups of campers, enforcing safety rules and supervising activities to prevent incidents
• Monitored children across age ranges, adapting supervision to developmental needs and behavior
• Led activity rotations, guiding campers through games and crafts with clear safety protocols
• Planned daily programs that met developmental milestones and accommodated dietary restrictions
• Coached small arts-and-crafts groups to improve fine motor skills and boost camper confidence
• Organized quiet-time and sensory routines to calm overstimulation and reduce disruptions
• Taught conflict-resolution techniques to small groups, decreasing repeat behavioral incidents

Camp Counselor/Coach - Gymnastics Academy of Atlanta (GAA) - Acworth, GA

(2018-06 - 2021-12)

Provided coaching and safety oversight for gymnastics classes and maintained equipment standards.

• Enforced gym safety protocols and maintained equipment to prevent injuries during classes
• Collaborated with instructors to assess skills and recommend advancement for each gymnast
• Provided targeted coaching and feedback that improved athletes' confidence and skill retention
• Composed weekly club communications and coordinated distribution with Correspondence Officer
• Led warm-ups and skill circuits for groups of 10–15 children to increase routine consistency
• Designed age-specific game-based activities that maintained focus and reduced behavioral incidents during sessions
• Prepared weekly practice plans aligned to competition level, balancing conditioning, technique, and recovery

Counselor/Volunteer - Camp Courage (Children's Healthcare of Atlanta)

Ensured the safety and well-being of children with chronic illnesses while promoting engagement and inclusion.

• Ensured the safety and well-being of 10+ children with chronic illnesses (specifically children with Craniofacial Deformities)
• Organized and led daily activities that promoted engagement and inclusion among all campers
• Provided one-on-one support to children who required additional assistance, fostering trust and open communication

Bachelor of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences - Human Development and Family Science Emphasis Child Life Track - University of Georgia (2023-08 - 2026-05)