Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Dakotah Posthumus

Hudsonville,Michigan

Summary

Energetic individual passionate about putting 110% effort into every and all tasks. Experienced in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities, programs, and special events. Demonstrates excellent customer service skills and exceptional ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mentor

IKUS Life Enrichment Services
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2024 - Current
  • Mentored individuals on professional development topics such as communication skills, problem-solving and goal setting.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of mentor and mentee interactions in order to track progress over time.
  • Monitored and evaluated mentees' progress, providing feedback and guidance to ensure success.
  • Met with assigned students individually or in small groups to provide intentional, structured organizational support and mentorship.
  • Managed a diverse group of mentees, adapting mentoring approaches to accommodate different backgrounds and learning styles.

Cleaner

Optimal Performance Training Center
Hudsonville, Michigan
11.2020 - Current
  • Performed cleaning and sanitation duties in assigned areas, including vacuuming, mopping, and dusting
  • Disinfected and cleaned bathroom areas, refilling dispensers
  • Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash to designated disposal areas
  • Removed dirt and debris from high-traffic areas
  • Notified supervisor of issues with equipment or breakage.

Swim Lesson Instructor

Hudsonville Community Education
Hudsonville, Michigan
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Managed equipment inventory for use during swim lessons including kickboards, fins, noodles
  • Demonstrated patience and empathy when teaching new swimmers
  • Observed student behavior during class activities, intervening as needed when necessary
  • Adapted instructional methods quickly to meet the changing needs of students with varying skill levels.

Lifeguard

Hudsonville Community Education
Hudsonville, Michigan
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Enforced pool rules among swimmers and patrons in order to maintain safe swimming conditions
  • Conducted pool opening and closing duties
  • Communicated effectively with fellow employees and patrons
  • Remained alert and vigilant at all times while on duty observing swimmers closely for signs of distress or danger
  • Enforced safety policies and rules to guests to prevent accidents
  • Educated students about proper hygiene practices before entering the pool area.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hudsonville High School
Hudsonville, MI
05.2024

Certification in Phlebotomist -

Careerline Tech Center
Holland, MI
05.2024

Skills

  • Emergency Response
  • Safety oversight
  • Equipment management
  • Strong communicator
  • Leadership qualities
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Patience and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening

Certification

  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Lifeguard
  • Phlebotomist

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Mentor

IKUS Life Enrichment Services
06.2024 - Current

Swim Lesson Instructor

Hudsonville Community Education
06.2021 - 06.2024

Lifeguard

Hudsonville Community Education
06.2021 - 06.2024

Cleaner

Optimal Performance Training Center
11.2020 - Current

High School Diploma -

Hudsonville High School

Certification in Phlebotomist -

Careerline Tech Center
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Lifeguard
  • Phlebotomist
Dakotah Posthumus