Dusty Evans
Canton,GA
Summary
With experience coaching swim teams and assisting in classrooms, I have a proficient understanding of the everyday operations involved in working with athletes and students. I am an enthusiastic individual who strives to brighten the workspace with an encouraging attitude. As a swim coach, I have experience managing large groups of individuals by keeping them on task and motivated to learn new skills. I take pride in being able to collaborate with mentors and fellow co-workers by sharing ideas and brainstorming together. I am a hardworking and motivated individual who is ready to face challenges head-on with a mentality that is ready to learn and grow.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Coach
Cherokee Swim Club
08.2020 - Current
I assist the head coach in coaching the club team which consists of students ages 6-18.
Essential duties include:
- Running 6 practices weekly, as well as helping at swim meets and other events.
- Learning and maintaining proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR with a Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification.
- Teaching students pool and water safety guidelines by upholding my USA Swimming Membership.
- Performing as head coach for the USA Swimming summer swim team, where I lead a team of two other coaches.
- Taking note of strengths and weaknesses of each child to track progress and adjust needs for practices.
- Collaborating with assistant coaches to accommodate struggling swimmers, as well as advanced swimmers.
- Acting as the Cherokee County State Swim Team head coach, where I coach and travel with state qualifying swimmers to the GRPA state championship.
Swim Lesson Instructor
Cherokee County Aquatic Center
Canton, GA
09.2020 - 07.2022
Taught semi private lessons to groups of 6-8 swimmers.
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
- Explained and demonstrated backstroke, freestyle, breaststroke and butterfly swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Taught water safety including life saving skills
Babysitter
Deb Wood
Woodstock, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals for two girls
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Provided transportation for sports and other activities.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Knox Elementary School
Canton, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress to place students in small groups.
- Assisted lead teacher in preparing instructional material and hallway displays showcasing differentiation.
- Lead math small groups of 4-6 students using evidence-based practice and manipulatives.
- Took part in professional development workshops during student teaching.
- Assisted in creating well-ordered classrooms through various classroom management strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Breanu University
Gainesville, GA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Emerging Media
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA12.2021
Skills
- Coaching and training
- Competitive swim technique
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Parent and Athlete Communication
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Positive Athlete/Student Engagement
- Co-Coaching and Co-Planning
- Small Group Instruction
- First Aid and CPR
- Classroom Management
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- USA Swim Coach
- Lifeguard
Timeline
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Knox Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Deb Wood
08.2021 - Current
Swim Lesson Instructor
Cherokee County Aquatic Center
09.2020 - 07.2022
Swim Coach
Cherokee Swim Club
08.2020 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching
Breanu University
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Emerging Media
Kennesaw State University