CHRISTINA WHITE
Suffolk,VA
Summary
26 years experience with the YMCA. I live our core values at work and home. I am team player as well as a team builder. I work hard and passionate about teaching and learning more of our mission every day.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aquatic Director
Suffolk Family YMCA
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented aquatic programming to enhance community engagement and safety awareness.
- Managed scheduling for swim classes and lifeguard shifts, ensuring optimal coverage and efficiency.
- Trained staff on emergency response protocols, improving overall team readiness for incidents.
- Monitored pool maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
- Collaborated with local schools to promote water safety education initiatives within the community.
- Conducted regular evaluations of staff performance, providing feedback to foster professional development.
- Coordinated special events, increasing participation rates through effective marketing strategies and outreach efforts.
- Utilized data tracking systems to assess program success and inform future planning decisions effectively.
- Tracked, organized, and cleaned pool equipment and restocked or replaced inventory to keep pool in good working condition.
- Monitored pH, chlorine, alkalinity, and water hardness and took steps to maintain pool at optimal levels.
- Supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
- Conducted in-service training, meetings, and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR, and other emergency management services.
- Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations.
- Championed inclusion efforts at the aquatics facility by introducing adaptive equipment for individuals with disabilities in order to create a more welcoming environment.
- Streamlined administrative processes by implementing digital tools for staff scheduling, program registration, and budget tracking.
- Developed and executed successful aquatics programs for diverse age groups, increasing community engagement and participation.
- Managed daily operations of the aquatics center, ensuring efficient scheduling, staffing, and maintenance for optimal facility performance.
- Improved aquatic facility safety by implementing comprehensive risk management strategies and routine inspections.
- Managed facility renovation projects to improve overall aesthetic appeal and functionality of the aquatic center.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations through regular reviews of safety protocols, staff certifications, and equipment standards.
- Maximized pool usage efficiency by strategically scheduling classes based on demand patterns.
- Built a high-performing team of lifeguards and instructors by providing ongoing training, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
Aquatic/Program Director
James L Camp, Jr Family YMCA
- 12.2022
- Provided support and assistance towards meeting the YTD family center/operation 2022 annual YMCA fundraising goals.
- Within areas of responsibility, plans and manages an efficient and effective cost center that meets assigned operational and financial goals
- Regularly creates and reviews financial information from data sources (Dayforce, SGA, corporate reports)
- Oversee day to day swim lessons, sports programming and volunteers.
- Implement and advertise for upcoming programs such as youth basketball, youth soccer, youth cheerleading and volleyball.
- Handle all the rosters, game schedules and communication to coaches, staff and parents.
- Builds relationships with and among community leaders, donors, members, program participants, partners, and vendors. Such as City of Franklin Christmas parade committee and Wellness Coalition.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional program outcomes within budget and time constraints.
Education
Educational Qualification -
Tidewater Community College
01.1996
Educational Qualification - undefined
Great Bridge High School
01.1994
Skills
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification
- YMCA Lifeguard certification
- Supervisory experience
- Dayforce/Suntrust trained
- SGA trained
- Hold several group exercise certifications
- Knowledge of Canva, google docs, excel, word, loomly
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment management
- Program management
- Pool maintenance
- Water safety instruction
- Membership sales
- Fundraising
- Instructor training
- Budget administration
- Certified lifeguard
- Facility operations
- Adaptive aquatics
- Swimming technique
- Swim coaching
- Lifeguard oversight
- Class planning
- Accident prevention
- Guest relations
- Staff training
- Scheduling coordination
- Emergency response
- Health code compliance
- AED operation
- Facilities management
- Facility maintenance
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 22 staff members.
- Achieved 660 elementary school students by completing Safety Around Water with Suffolk Public schools with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of Culture Team Champions.
Affiliations
Eastern Virginia Foodbank
Certification
- YUSA certified swim lesson instructor
- YUSA certified lifeguard
- Ashi cpr,first aid and oxygen certified
- ASHI CPR,first air and oxygen certified instructor
- AFO aquatic facility operator certified
Timeline
Aquatic Director
Suffolk Family YMCA
12.2022 - Current
Aquatic/Program Director
James L Camp, Jr Family YMCA
- 12.2022
Educational Qualification - undefined
Great Bridge High School
Educational Qualification -
Tidewater Community College
Work History
01-2012
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