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Avery Soderberg

Middletown,RI

Summary

Driven and adaptable, with a strong background in ocean safety and customer service honed at Island Surf and Sport. Working at the beach this summer as a lifeguard would enable me to use my people skills and keep folks safe while enjoying the ocean. I have an in-depth safety awareness and a patient teaching approach from teaching surfing the last few years, ensuring high satisfaction and safety standards. Skilled in physical fitness and managing high-volume service periods efficiently.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Surf Instructor

Island Surf and Sport
Middletown, RI
06.2023 - 09.2024
  • Ensured that all necessary safety gear was provided to participants during each session.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Conducted ocean awareness classes emphasizing the importance of respecting marine life and environment.
  • Inspected beaches daily for hazardous conditions or areas before conducting surf lessons.
  • Developed customized lesson plans that met the individual needs of clients.
  • Lead warm-up exercises prior to entering the water such as stretching and jogging.
  • Monitored weather conditions throughout the day and made adjustments as needed.
  • Informed guests of surfing techniques, ocean safety techniques and surf etiquette to protect individuals.
  • Instructed students on paddling, wave selection, maneuvering techniques, and board control skills.
  • Operated rental truck, renting gear with off site cc machine
  • Was a key holder
  • Worked in the retail shop receiving and processing new inventory
  • Cleaned and organized shop and stock room
  • helped customers find what they were looking for

Runner/Ice Cream Scooper

Clementine's Ice Cream
Middletown, RI
06.2023 - 09.2024
  • Removed dishes and glasses from tables for cleaning.
  • Employed strong organizational skills to handle high-volume service periods without compromising quality.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
  • Monitored stock levels of ice cream and reported any discrepancies to management immediately.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items and daily specials to answer customer inquiries.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Made waffle cones to order for customers
  • Cleaned out ice cream tubs
  • Opened and Closed the shop

Education

Ongoing High School Student

Middletown High School
Middletown, RI
05-2027

Skills

  • Good listener
  • Punctual
  • Grew up in the ocean
  • In-depth safety awareness
  • Adaptive lesson planning
  • Strong swimming skills
  • Patient teaching approach
  • Wetsuit fitting expertise
  • Skateboarding background
  • Physical fitness and endurance

Affiliations

Varsity Soccer, Varsity Swim, Varsity Tennis

Surfing, Skateboarding, Gym time

Timeline

Surf Instructor

Island Surf and Sport
06.2023 - 09.2024

Runner/Ice Cream Scooper

Clementine's Ice Cream
06.2023 - 09.2024

Ongoing High School Student

Middletown High School
Avery Soderberg