Caroline Novak
St Louis,Missouri
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated swim instructor at British Swim School, skilled in competitive swim instruction and water safety monitoring. Proven ability to foster a nurturing environment, enhancing children's social and emotional growth while ensuring safety. Adept at developing tailored lesson plans that cater to individual needs, promoting progress and confidence in young swimmers.
Dedicated Swim Instructor experienced in teaching swimmers at all levels. Knowledgeable in safety protocols and capable of providing enjoyable learning environment. Genuinely enthusiastic for swimming and highly effective in motivating and inspiring students of every age.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Instructor
British Swim School
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
Camp Counselor
Burr Oak Camp
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Volunteer
KEEN
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Served on the Junior Board for Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (KEEN) which works with children with special needs
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Worked with children ages 4-18 with special needs
- Played sports and various activities with children
Family Nanny
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
Teacher's Assistant
Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Development
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-2028
Skills
- Emergency procedures
- Student safety
- Group activity implementation
- Clear communication
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Enthusiasm
- Detail-Oriented
- Hard Working
- Responsible
Timeline
Swim Instructor
British Swim School
05.2025 - 08.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
Family Nanny
02.2023 - 07.2024
Volunteer
KEEN
11.2022 - 06.2025
Camp Counselor
Burr Oak Camp
06.2022 - 07.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Development
Auburn University
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