Grace Telesz
Summary
Professional with hands on experience in collaborative environments, such as during rescues, lab work, and team environments. Driven to learn quickly and adapt to what is needed. Strong background in CPR and First Aid while working as a Lifeguard for the past four years with multiple teams. I strive to seek higher education which can guide me to a job in environmental sustainability where I can help the earth and all its inhabitants.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Strongsville Recreation Center
04.2021 - Current
- Ensured swimmer safety with first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guest, addressed concerns, and informed patrons of rules.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques through teamwork.
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Laurel
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities daily.
- Taught children to swim by actively listening and offering encouragement during swim lessons.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers in the water and on campus.
Learn to Swim Instructor
Strongsville Recreation Center
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed class schedules efficiently, ensuring punctual start times and smooth transitions between sessions.
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines in tandem with swim lessons.
- Continuously improved teaching methods by seeking feedback from students, parents, and colleagues, resulting in higher satisfaction rates among participants.
- Worked together with co-teachers to ensure every student's needs are met.
Head Swim Team Coach
Strongsville Recreation Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Organized and managed swim meets, ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences for all participants.
- Worked with children ages 5-18 to improve their swimming.
- Collaborated with parents and co-coaches to meet every kid's need.
- Organized 100+ kids during swim meets in an orderly fashion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-2027
Skills
- Strong communicator
- Lifeguard certification
- Effective problem-solver
- Leadership qualities
- First aid
- Team collaboration
- CPR and AED training
- Emergency response
- Fiji for analyzing lab work
- Laboratory Skills
- Teaching to a range of ages
- Knowledge of GIS computer mapping systems
Accomplishments
- Awarded Top Drawing and Design Student in May, 2021.
- 4-Year Varsity Letterman High School Swim and Dive Team
- Awarded Top Painting Student in May 2021.
- Awarded Superior rating at OMEA State Orchestra Contest, April 2021, April 2022.
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Laurel
06.2024 - 08.2024
Head Swim Team Coach
Strongsville Recreation Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Learn to Swim Instructor
Strongsville Recreation Center
04.2022 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Strongsville Recreation Center
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Pittsburgh
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