Alyssa Valera
Oakland,CA
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with seasonal experience at East Bay Regional Parks District, excelling in safety management and public outreach. Highly medically trained, I effectively lead teams and solve complex problems, ensuring optimal staffing and safety protocols. Proven ability to communicate clearly and foster teamwork in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
East Bay Regional Parks District
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Monitored a lakefront setting to ensure safety of swimmers.
- Oversee a successful open water lifeguarding operation.
- Instructed and participated in many different trainings.
- Created schedules to ensure work hours for employees along with optimal staffing during peak hours.
- Respond to first aid and medical emergencies.
- Radio communications with dispatch
- Public outreach, recruitment, and education
- Public speaking experience
Swim Instructor
City Of San Leandro
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Taught swim lessons for various age groups and swimming abilities
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to aid in improvement
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during swim sessions.
- Lifeguarded other swim lessons to ensure all pool safety protocols are being followed
Gymnastics Coach
Pacific West Gymnastics
04.2018 - 05.2022
- Developed training programs for diverse skill levels.
- Coordinated practice schedules to optimize athletes' training time and facility usage.
- Fostered a positive team environment, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among athletes.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
Chabot College
Hayward, CA06-2027
High School Diploma -
Mt. Eden High School
Hayward, CA06-2022
Skills
- Highly medically trained
- Great communication
- Adaptable
- Ability to work in a high stress environment
- Great customer service
- Team leadership
- Complex Problem-solving
- Decision-making
Certification
- EMT-B License
- Lifeguard Instructor Certification
- Oxygen Administration
- Protection Against Blood Borne Pathogens
- CPR/BLS
- Waterfront Lifeguarding Skills
Timeline
Lifeguard
East Bay Regional Parks District
03.2025 - 09.2025
Swim Instructor
City Of San Leandro
10.2023 - 03.2025
Gymnastics Coach
Pacific West Gymnastics
04.2018 - 05.2022
No Degree - Business Administration
Chabot College
High School Diploma -
Mt. Eden High School
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