Emily Venia
Fairfield,OH
Summary
Dedicated and safety-oriented aquatic professional with extensive training in emergency protocols and a proven ability to provide clear, cohesive directions to patrons and students. Expertise in aquatic program management, combined with a strong commitment to enhancing safety measures, ensures seamless operations and improved participant experiences. A reliable and adaptable team player skilled in lifeguarding and swim instruction, consistently prioritizing safety while fostering skill development in others. Passionate about creating a collaborative environment that promotes individual growth and community engagement in aquatic activities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
Ability to Thrive
03.2025 - Current
- Facilitated participation of members with developmental disabilities in community activities to enhance social inclusion.
- Assessed and tracked member advancements, guaranteeing fulfillment of specific goals outlined in service plans.
- Facilitated community transportation services to enhance accessibility.
Substitute Teacher
Butler County Educational Service Center
10.2020 - 02.2025
- Executed classroom plans established by class teacher to ensure continuity of student education.
- 2. Maintained classroom routines to enhance student environments and ensure schedule consistency.
- Recognized for trusted performance, leading to repeated requests for substitute teaching roles based on excellent past referrals.
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive learning environment.
Associate Director of Daily Operations
Ability To Thrive
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Facilitated life skills education, community interaction, and artistic expression through art and music for adults with developmental disabilities in diverse settings.
- Collaborated with parents, social workers, and independent staff to establish personalized goals for each program participant.
- Coordinated various operational aspects under CEO's direction to ensure smooth non-profit operations.
- Supervised teams of up to fifteen personnel, ensuring effective performance management and execution of improvement training programs.
Aquatics Staff
Great Miami Valley YMCA
04.2007 - 06.2018
- Supervised aquatic safety protocols, ensuring a secure environment for all participants.
- Taught swimming and water safety skills to children six months through adults.
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR and other emergency management services.
- Supervised aquatic staff and communicated expectations through daily interaction and in-service trainings.
- Maintained all certifications as a Swim Instructor, Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer, Lifeguard, Lifeguard Instructor, Certified Pool Operator, etc.
- Taught classes including Swim Lesson Instructor, Lifeguard, and First Aid/CPR.
- Cross trained as a Wellness Coach in the fitness center.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies And Communications
Miami University
Oxford, OH05-2017
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Enhancing student participation
- Relationship building and management
- Classroom management
- Operations management
- Coordinating group learning activities
- Certified lifeguard
Certification
- Red Cross Lifeguard
- YMCA Lifeguard Instructor
- Basic Life Support
- First Aid
- Emergency Oxygen
Timeline
Instructor
Ability to Thrive
03.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Butler County Educational Service Center
10.2020 - 02.2025
Associate Director of Daily Operations
Ability To Thrive
02.2018 - 02.2020
Aquatics Staff
Great Miami Valley YMCA
04.2007 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies And Communications
Miami University