Cole Lofgren
Saint Charles,IL
Summary
A compassionate worker skilled in emergency response and public speaking. Dedicated to providing top class customer service emphasizing empathy, communication, and fostering a positive environment where others can communicate freely.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
WK Martial Arts | Taekwondo Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Instructed Children, Teens, and Adults in martial arts specializing in Taekwondo, teaching them self defense, sparring, and positive life skills.
- Lead classes up to thirty students at a time in both a Head Instructor role and Assistant Instructor role, created a positive environment to learn in for all participants involved.
- Evaluated student performances and gave them positive feedback on what they could do to improve.
- Mentored other Instructors, sharing the best practices and improving ability to teach a class,
- Collaborated with staff to analyze the class structure and implement new changes to the curriculum to help increase class participation and student longevity.
- Cleaned the floor mats, the bathroom, and the main seating area every night to insure the cleanest and most sanitary environment for students to learn in.
Lifeguard/Instructor
Goldfish Swim School - St. Charles
Saint Charles, IL
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Monitored pool area and enforced rules to ensure safety of all patrons
- Responded to emergencies promptly using lifesaving techniques as needed
- Certified in First Aid, CPR, and using an AED
- Instructed students in ages ranging from 4-11 in swimming techniques emphasizing safety and skill development
- Monitored student progress, providing constructive feedback to improve their performance
- Fostered a positive learning environment where students could feel confident and comfortable improving their skills
Lifeguard
Clear Water Pools LLC
Geneva, IL
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Seasonal Job
- Responsible for guest safety by managing, responding to emergencies, and ensuring efficient operation of pool facilities.
- Regularly tested pool chemistry to make sure the pool was running efficiently and was safe to swim in.
- Trained in CPR and in the use of an AED along with basic first aid.
- Cleaned the facility and vacuumed the pool daily to ensure maximum cleanliness.
Supervisor/Lifeguard
Jeff Ellis Management
Carol Stream, IL
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily pool operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Responsible for guest safety by managing, responding to emergencies, and ensuring efficient operation of the pool facilities.
- Trained and mentored lifeguards on emergency responses procedures, proper first aid application, CPR and AED use, and customer service excellence.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on lifesaving equipment and pool chemistry, maintaining operational readiness at all times.
- Provided a safe and inviting atmosphere and diffusing difficult situations when they arise between guests.
Assistant Taekwondo Instructor
Bill Cho's United Taekwondo
Saint Charles, IL
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Instructed students from children to adults in foundational Taekwondo techniques and forms to enhance skill development.
- Assisted Head Instructor in teaching classes monitoring student progress.
- Taught all student levels, skills sets and personality types to find acceptance and self-confidence in themselves and their abilities.
- Cleaned the school space from the training mats to the main lobby to ensure a clean and presentable training environment
Education
High School Diploma - Fire Science
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL12-2024
High School Diploma -
St. Charles East High School
Saint Charles, IL05-2022
Skills
- Customer Service
- Public Speaking
- Strong Communicator
- Patience and Empathy
- CPR/AED Certified
- First Aid
- Public Safety
- Emergency Response
Accomplishments
- Achieved 2nd Degree Black Belt under the World Taekwondo Federation
- Successfully passed the NREMT exam
Certification
EMT License
Timeline
Lifeguard/Instructor
Goldfish Swim School - St. Charles
05.2024 - 03.2025
Instructor
WK Martial Arts | Taekwondo Schaumburg
01.2024 - Current
Supervisor/Lifeguard
Jeff Ellis Management
04.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Taekwondo Instructor
Bill Cho's United Taekwondo
09.2021 - 05.2022
Lifeguard
Clear Water Pools LLC
05.2021 - 09.2023
High School Diploma - Fire Science
Waubonsee Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Charles East High School