Grace Barcaskey

• Name was approved by the Treesdale Board of Directors, and given the opportunity to officially begin in the position in January of 2024
• Tasked with creating schedules, keeping the community pool running smoothly, keeping the Snack Shack running smoothly, and communicating to the community and the Board about the pool and Snack Shack
• Organizing and communicating to new and returning staff, getting the pool ready to be fully functioning in the summer, and working alongside the board and the overall manager of Treesdale to make changes.

• Tasked with choreographing and giving the students movement throughout the musical
• Working with about 55 students in the cast; ~30 students in crew and orchestra; Directing team made up of 5 adults
• Name was placed before the Pine Richland School Board, and approved to become the choreographer
• Creating relationships with students and staff while working towards creating an exciting show to put on in March.
• Enhanced performance quality by developing innovative choreography for various dance productions.
• Collaborated with directors and producers to create visually stunning performances that captivated audiences.

• Led a Learning Circle Leader for Intermediate level students through Literacy Pittsburgh
• Taught ~10 adult English Language Learners how to better speak, read, and write in English
• Completed Lesson Plans and Lesson Slideshows for the students to learn from.

• Working as an assistant to the leading teachers, helping out wherever needed
• Worked with students from the age of 6 months old to age 7
• Worked with students in small groups, big groups, and one-on-one
• Tasked with leading certain classrooms, among many different age groups, when the teachers were absent.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.

Teach dance to Preschoolers-High School level students

• Teach about 25 students.
• Work with many different students creating routines for them to perform at the Summer Recital in front of their family and friends.
• Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
• Assisted studio owners in boosting class enrollment through effective marketing and promotional efforts.
• Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills.
• Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.

• Promoted from Lifeguard to Head Lifeguard in Summer of 2020/
• Led ~30 guards employed, made decisions in regard to the pool area, met and created relationships with members of the community, and worked and communicated with other Head Lifeguards and bosses in order to create a place for the community be safe in
• Taught swim lessons to ~20 children in the community from age 3 to age 13.
• Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.
• Reduced response time to emergencies by conducting regular lifeguard drills and training sessions.
• Improved team communication through the implementation of daily briefings and debriefings.
• Ensured optimal pool water quality by monitoring chemical levels and maintaining proper filtration systems.
• Increased customer satisfaction by addressing patron concerns promptly and professionally.

• Work at the Front Desk of the Treesdale Community Center as the go-between for residents if/when residents needed something from the Community Center.
• Tasked with answering the phone, booking events, and overall communicating with the residents in order to resolve problems and answer any questions.
• Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing front desk operations and addressing inquiries promptly.
• Maintained a professional and welcoming environment at the front desk, contributing to positive guest feedback.
• Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure rooms were clean, well-stocked, and ready for guests upon arrival.
• Handled guest complaints with professionalism and empathy, resolving issues in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction.

• Worked as a Lifeguard at the Treesdale Community Center for three years before being promoted to Head Lifeguard
• CPR/First Aid and Lifeguard certified and work alongside the staff and community to create a safe place for the community to enjoy themselves
• Reduced the number of rule violations with clear signage and consistent enforcement of policies.
• Collaborated closely with management to identify areas for improvement within the lifeguarding program.
• Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
• Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Improved response times by conducting thorough lifeguard drills and training sessions.
• Promoted water safety awareness with educational presentations to community groups.
• Streamlined rescue procedures by implementing an effective communication system among staff members.