Emily Jean Whiteford
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
A dedicated lifeguard of four years and a former competitive swimmer has a strong work ethic and a passion for helping others from diverse backgrounds. Excels in emergency response, team collaboration, and safety management. Energetically contributed to the South Hills Splash Special Olympics Program as a Volunteer Coach, leveraging strong communication and disability awareness to enhance athlete performance. Demonstrated exceptional ability in swim instruction and youth mentoring, fostering community outreach and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Olympics Volunteer Coach
South Hills Splash Special Olympics Swimming
09.2022 - Current
- Exhibited excellent communications and customer service relations skills.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
Lifeguard
Scott Township Public Pool
05.2021 - Current
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Assisted in organizing and implementing recreational activities and programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upper Saint Clair High School
Pittsburgh, PA06.2024
Skills
- Safety oversight
- Needs Assessment
- Emergency Response
- First Aid
- Physical Fitness
- Team Collaboration
- Patron Support
- Pool Maintenance
- Strong communicator
- CPR Certified
- Swim instruction
- Team Bonding
- Coaching experience
- Disability Awareness
- Youth Mentoring
- Safety Management
- Community Outreach
Accomplishments
- Successfully led swim training classes for participants of various ages.
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Special Olympics Volunteer Coach
South Hills Splash Special Olympics Swimming
09.2022 - Current
Lifeguard
Scott Township Public Pool
05.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Upper Saint Clair High School
Similar Profiles
Jarrett WhitleyJarrett Whitley
Volunteer at Special Olympics South CarolinaVolunteer at Special Olympics South Carolina
Terrell ReyesTerrell Reyes
Special Olympics Volunteer at Special Olympics South CarolinaSpecial Olympics Volunteer at Special Olympics South Carolina
Lizaveta KryvasheyevaLizaveta Kryvasheyeva
Swimming Teacher at Splash Swimming SchoolSwimming Teacher at Splash Swimming School