Areionna Nelson
Full Time Student
Chicago,IL
Summary
Undergraduate creative writing student with 5+ years of experience. Passionate about writing, and aiming to create hard hitting, well written pieces.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lifeguard
YMCA
Kansas City, MO
06.2021 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Checked pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in positive learning environment.
Swim Instructor
The View Community Center
Grandview, MO
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Helped run in-house required mock drills and monthly in-house training.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
FOH Team Member
McAllister's Deli
Grandview, MO
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages and retrieving items for guests.
- Serviced bathroom by cleaning surfaces and replacing soap.
- Stayed ready for quick turnovers by pre-bussing tables.
- Disinfected frequently touched between guests to minimize infection risks.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations and cleaning.
Crew
Education
High School Diploma -
Grandview High School
Grandview, MO 08.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL 08.2021 - Current
Skills
Creative writing
Proofreading
Editing
Research
Social media
Communication Skills
Leadership
Flexibility
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
08.2021 - Current
Lifeguard
YMCA
06.2021 - Current
FOH Team Member
McAllister's Deli
01.2020 - 08.2020
Swim Instructor
The View Community Center
08.2018 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Grandview High School
08.2017 - 05.2021