Delaney Palenscar
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Swim Instructor
Self Employed Services
Bristow, VA
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Managed and organized over 500 individual swim lessons over the past five summers.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages (2-18) and skill levels.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins to correctly to teach students.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
Community Assistant
Greystar
Blacksburg, VA
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Supported new residents in their transition to the community by providing information on available resources and amenities.
- Improved resident satisfaction by addressing concerns, providing resources, and offering support as needed.
- Scheduled and coordinated social events that fostered a sense of belonging among community members.
- Monitored common spaces for cleanliness and safety compliance while promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Managed room assignments while ensuring smooth check-in/check-out processes during community transitions.
- Led tours to highlight property features to prospective tenants and answer questions.
- Tracked prospects and responded to new inquiries to increase conversion rates.
Education
Bachelor Of Liberal Arts - Elementary Education
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Patriot High School
Nokesville, VA06.2022
Skills
- Active Listening
- Communication
- Customer Satisfaction
- Equipment Management
- Data Analysis
- Customer Relationships
- Positive Learning Environment
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Community Assistant
Greystar
11.2023 - 05.2025
Private Swim Instructor
Self Employed Services
06.2021 - 08.2025
Bachelor Of Liberal Arts - Elementary Education
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
Patriot High School