Gracie Ritter
Morris,IL
Summary
Dedicated lifeguard with extensive experience at Raging Waves Waterpark, adept in emergency response and swim instruction. Proven track record in enforcing safety regulations and ensuring a secure environment for patrons. Strong team collaborator with exceptional customer service skills, committed to maintaining high safety standards, and enhancing guest experiences. Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Morris City Pool
Morris, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any issues that arose during shifts.
- Inspected rescue tubes and buoys regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
Paraprofessional
Grundy County Special Ed Co-Op
Morris, IL
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Supported students with special needs during classroom activities and transitions.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained a safe learning environment.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Taught a Life Skills and Discovery station with the material provided by the teacher.
Lifeguard
Raging Waves Waterpark
Yorkville, IL
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any issues that arose during shifts.
- Worked the water slides and ensured safety for patrons.
Education
Bachelor of Human Services - Social Sciences
Grace College
Winona Lake, IN12-2026
High School Diploma -
Morris Community High School
Morris, IL05-2023
Skills
- Basic life support
- Emergency response
- Swim instruction
- Safety regulations
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Organizational skills
- Behavior management
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
Affiliations
- I love to workout out.
- In my free time I spend time with family and friends.
- I love playing pickle ball.
Certification
- Lifeguard Certification (including deep water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid (American Red Cross)
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Grundy County Special Ed Co-Op
08.2025 - 11.2025
Lifeguard
Morris City Pool
05.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Raging Waves Waterpark
05.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Human Services - Social Sciences
Grace College
High School Diploma -
Morris Community High School