Alivia Buckner

• Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
• Planned and adapted teaching techniques to promote a safe and inclusive environment for all students and their varying needs.
• Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
• Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
• Maintained control and safety of classes, while also implementing proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
• Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.

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• Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
• Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
• Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
• Taught children everyday skills and language.
• Established lasting, professional connections with family and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.

• Taught students of all ages and abilities stroke techniques and water safety guidelines.
• Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
• Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
• Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.

• Responsible for overseeing the management of swim lessons.
• Responsible for supervising and guiding staff.
• Provided and created the lesson schedule for each shift.
• Prepared spreadsheets and associated paper work.
• Assisted with customers and executing service requests.
• Determined when a student was ready to progress through the swim program.