Gerald E. Haak
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Motivated college student seeking Enviormental conservation internship to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly student with a strong drive to succeed, pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor
I Am Fitness
Middletown, NJ
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.
- Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.
- Assessed student skill levels prior to enrollment into classes or programs.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to student needs and abilities.
- Demonstrated water safety rules and regulations to students.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to help strengthen comprehension.
- Created weekly lesson plans tailored to the specific goals of each group or individual participant.
- Developed strategies for challenging behaviors exhibited by students during lessons.
Lifeguard
Trails End Campground
Shohola, PA
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Examined injured individuals and administered first aid and CPR in life-threatening situations.
- Filled out and submitted incident reports to supervisor for documentation.
- Monitored assigned water zone, advising swimmers on unsafe practices and hazards.
- Instructed swimmers of varying ages on optimal techniques to enhance strength.
- Supervised swimmers to quickly respond to distress and initiate lifesaving actions.
- Executed emergency action plans, alerting patrons of severe weather and directing safe exits.
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
Recreation Associate
Trails End Campground
Shohola, PA
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Helped participants enjoy activities such as football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, fishing and pool activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY06.2022
High School Diploma -
KECSS
Brooklyn, NY06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Biology
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJSkills
- Relationship Building
- Issue Resolution
- Water Rescue Procedures
- Emergency Response
- Team Collaboration
- Calm Under Pressure
- Rules Enforcement
- Safety Procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision Making
- CPR certification
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
- Emergency response
- Strong communicator
- Age-appropriate teaching
Accomplishments
Centenary University Lacrosse Team- Currently Captain of my college lacrosse team, Led team practices, promoted teamwork, and honored for my sportsmanship on and off the field. Communicated between coaches and players, motivated peers, and helped organized team strategy and logistics.
KECSS High School Baseball Team-honored for my sportsmanship and being a great team player both on and off the field.
Swim Team— Trails End
Member of the Swim Team for 14 years and trained younger swimmers and assisted in fundraising for the Swim Team.
Basketball Team-Trails End
Member of the Swim Team for 4 years
Parent Teacher Association Assistant — P.S.205
Helped shop, plan and set up fundraisers
Certification
- Lifeguard Certification, including First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Swim Instructor
I Am Fitness
05.2024 - 07.2024
Lifeguard
Trails End Campground
06.2021 - 09.2023
Recreation Associate
Trails End Campground
06.2018 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
KECSS
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Biology
Centenary University