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Gabriela Kostka

Summit,IL

Summary

Motivated college student seeking higher education in Kinesiology to gain further hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed. High work ethic and time management. Use of current knowledge to further skills improvement for swimmers.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aquatics Programming Supervisor

Life Time Fitness Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
09.2023 - Current
  • Implemented marketing strategies to promote aquatics activities within the facility.
  • Responding to customer complaints or questions in timely manner.
  • Monitoring staff productivity and finding ways to improve.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing and attending training sessions for staff members.

Aquatics Swim Instructor

Life Time Fitness Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Recommended appropriate level classes to swimmers based on needs and preferences.
  • Attended staff meetings and training sessions related to teaching methods and safety practices.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
  • Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.

Aquatics Lifeguard

Life Time Fitness Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
05.2021 - Current
  • Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
  • Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Observed swimmers from elevated chairs while scanning the entire pool deck.
  • Inspected recreational areas to satisfy cleanliness guidelines and remove debris.
  • Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.

Server

Pappadeaux
Westmont, IL
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.

Lifeguard

Chicago Park District
Chicago, IL
06.2017 - 09.2022
  • Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Monitored surrounding environment constantly to watch for potential risks.
  • Checked weather reports to warn public of potential inclement weather and proper safety procedures.
  • Inspected recreational areas to satisfy cleanliness guidelines and remove debris.
  • Collaborated closely with team to identify issues and quickest methods for remediation.
  • Educated patrons about safe swimming practices through public announcements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY
05-2024

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Problem-Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Emergency Response
  • CPR Certified

Languages

Polish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • American Red Cross CPR, AED, First Aid, Lifeguard skills

Accomplishments

  • McGuire Scholar (2020-2024)
  • Dean's List (2023)

Volunteering

  • NYC Marathon (2021-2023)
  • Henryk Sienkiewicz Polish School

Timeline

Aquatics Programming Supervisor

Life Time Fitness Inc.
09.2023 - Current

Aquatics Swim Instructor

Life Time Fitness Inc.
01.2023 - Current

Server

Pappadeaux
05.2022 - 09.2022

Aquatics Lifeguard

Life Time Fitness Inc.
05.2021 - Current

Lifeguard

Chicago Park District
06.2017 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

St. Francis College

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