Dane Fazio
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Head Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, and Head Swim Coach with extensive experience in first responder skills, team management, and pool safety. Proven track record in lifeguarding, providing exceptional customer service, and enhancing swimmer safety. Bringing strong skills in emergency response, swim instruction, and water rescue to advance career.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Lifeguard
American Pool Enterprises Inc.
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.
- Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
- Monitored assigned areas for unsafe activity and took corrective actions.
- Performed pool tests, recorded results and adjusted chemical levels to reach appropriate measurements.
- Ensured optimal pool water quality by monitoring chemical levels and maintaining proper filtration systems.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
- Shared tips with patrons on swimming techniques and strength training.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
- Provided instruction and assistance to patrons on proper use of recreational equipment.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Reduced response time to emergencies, through strategic placement of lifeguards and efficient patrol routines.
Swim Instructor
Valley Brook Swim and Tennis Club
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Increased overall client satisfaction by maintaining open communication with parents and addressing concerns promptly.
- Continually updated personal knowledge of swimming techniques and industry trends, ensuring the highest quality of instruction possible for clients.
- Facilitated stroke refinement for advanced swimmers by closely analyzing technique issues and providing targeted guidance.
- Provided a comfortable learning environment for students with diverse needs, adapting teaching techniques accordingly.
- Expanded clientele base through effective marketing strategies such as social media promotions and word-of-mouth referrals.
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with other swim instructors to share best practices and enhance teaching methods for optimal results.
- Improved swim skills for clients through personalized lesson plans tailored to their abilities.
- Utilized various teaching aids, including flotation devices and instructional toys, to facilitate skill development and maintain engagement during lessons.
- Assisted swimmers in overcoming fear of water through gradual exposure techniques and compassionate encouragement.
- Streamlined scheduling process for clients, making it easier to book and manage appointments.
- Promoted water safety awareness by incorporating educational elements into each lesson.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by consistently monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
Head Swim Coach
Valley Brook Swim and Tennis Club
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Conducted regular evaluations of swimmer progress, adjusting training plans accordingly to maximize results.
- Enhanced swimmer performance by implementing tailored training programs and providing individualized feedback.
- Led workshops on nutrition strategies for optimal athletic performance, empowering swimmers to make informed choices about their diets.
- Received accolades from parents, administrators, and fellow coaches for dedication to swimmer success both in the pool and academically.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- 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.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- 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.
- Organized team-building activities to promote camaraderie among swimmers, contributing to a cohesive and successful squad.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to ensure consistency in coaching methods and goal-setting for swimmers.
- Increased team success by cultivating a positive and supportive environment for athletes to grow and excel.
- Developed age-appropriate workouts, focusing on skill development, technique improvement, and endurance building.
- Managed swim meet logistics, including event registration, lineup creation, and coordinating travel arrangements for the team.
- Coordinated with lifeguards and facility staff to maintain a safe and clean practice environment for swimmers at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
NHorth Hills Senior High School
Pittsburgh, PA05.2024
Skills
- Customer Service
- Team Management
- Staff Supervision
- Emergency Response
- Lifeguard training
- Physical Fitness
- Incident Reporting
- Public Safety
- Swimming proficiency
- Rescue Equipment Operation
- Pool Maintenance
- Patience and Empathy
- Water rescue techniques
- Rule Enforcement
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Heavy Lifting
- Accident and Injury Prevention
- Swimming Lessons
- Hazard Detection
- Facility Inspection
- Recreational Area Monitoring
- CPR/AED
- Weather Monitoring
- Water Rescue Procedures
- Issue Resolution
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Sound Judgment
- Patrol techniques
- Safety Procedures
- Water Sampling
- Records Maintenance
- Swim Instruction
- Accident Site Management
- Distressed Person Rescue
- Equipment Inspection
- Terrain Rescue Procedures
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
- Professionalism
- Goal Setting
- Self Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team building
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Assistance
- Risk
- Group and individual instruction
Accomplishments
I have coached my community swim team from silver division (lowest division) to gold (highest division). i have swam competitively for 4 years in high school on the varsity team, making it to wpials and states in my last three years. I placed multiple times in wpials and made finals in states this year.
Certification
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
Timeline
Head Lifeguard
American Pool Enterprises Inc.
05.2021 - 08.2024
Swim Instructor
Valley Brook Swim and Tennis Club
05.2021 - 08.2024
Head Swim Coach
Valley Brook Swim and Tennis Club
04.2021 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
NHorth Hills Senior High School
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