Alexis Barillas
Chicago,IL
Summary
- Taft High School IBDP student with a current unweighted GPA of 3.23 and weighted GPA of 4.38.
- Junior Varsity Swim Team member (2021, 2022); Varsity Swim Team member (2023, 2024)
- Student Voice Committee member (2021, 2022)
- International Day Planning Committee member (2024)
- Prom Committee member (2024)
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor
Blue Gems Swim School
Chicago, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Provided swimming instruction of each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly to individuals and groups of ages 3-17.
- Assessed swimming skill levels for each student and placed accordingly depending on results.
- Attended training sessions related to teaching methods and safety practices.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Provided first aid when necessary due to minor injuries sustained during lessons.
Education
William Howard Taft High School
Chicago, IL06-2025
Skills
- Open-minded
- Creative Thinking
- Punctuality and Work Ethic
- Active Learning
- Intellectual curiosity
- Strong Leadership
Accomplishments
- Academic Distinction Award of Fall 2023 - Awarded for earning a 5.14 GPA during the Fall 2023 semester
- National Hispanic Recognition Program - For outstanding Academic Achievement
- Principals Award of Spring 2024 - Awarded for earning a 4.29 GPA during the Spring 2024 Semester
- Salute to Academic Achievement Award - Presented by the University of Illinois System
Certification
- American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
Timeline
Swim Instructor
Blue Gems Swim School
05.2023 - Current
William Howard Taft High School