Concepcion Zitni Acevedo
Queens,NY
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. 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. Attentive Swim Instructor with proven abilities individual and group instruction. Careful about monitoring students to prevent injuries and other emergency situations. Knowledgeable about related equipment and teaching techniques. Certified in First Aid, CPR and water rescue.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Instructor
Yorkville High School
02.2024 - Current
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students requiring additional assistance in mastering specific skills or techniques.
- Encouraged parent involvement in their child''s aquatic education through regular communication about progress and upcoming events.
- Developed strong relationships with students'' families through open communication channels, fostering loyalty to our program over time.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
Swim Instructor
Goldfish Swim School
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
Restaurant Hostess
Foxy Johns
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
Cashier
Bagel Smith
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Kept cash wrap stocked, products faced and shelving free of misplaced items or trash.
- Helped customers navigate applications and in-store technology to deliver best-in-class experiences.
Education
HS -
Academy Of Urban Planning
Brooklyn, NY06.2022
Skills
- Private Swim Lessons
- Training Exercises
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Fitness Improvements
- Creative Thinking
- Lifeguard and Water Safety Training
- First Aid
- Customer Service
- Relationship and Community Building
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Swim Instructor
Yorkville High School
02.2024 - Current
Swim Instructor
Goldfish Swim School
06.2023 - 03.2024
Restaurant Hostess
Foxy Johns
10.2022 - 12.2022
Cashier
Bagel Smith
04.2020 - 11.2020
HS -
Academy Of Urban Planning
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