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Gregory Bugala

Medford

Summary

Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Teachers Assistant

Starbright Children's Center
09.2021 - Current
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
  • Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.

Certified Lifeguard

Safe-T Swim
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
  • Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
  • Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in positive learning environment.

Lifeguard

Aquatech Management Of Long Island, Inc.
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
  • Used CPR skills to assist rescued individuals until arrival of emergency services.
  • Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
  • Performed lifesaving measures during incidents until paramedics arrived on scene.
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly.
  • Consulted with emergency personnel while securing scene.
  • Scrutinized pool deck area to prevent possible injuries or fatalities, minimizing emergent situations.
  • Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
  • Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
  • Checked pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.

Senior Beach Lifeguard

Smith Point County Park
05.2018 - 09.2019
  • Responded promptly to emergencies on beach and in water, administered first aid and CPR and coordinated hospital transportation.
  • Patrolled beach to check on beach-goers and identify unauthorized activities such as alcohol use.
  • Prevented public from accessing water during rip tides, strong undertow or presence of animals such as sharks and jellyfish swarms.
  • Directed and oversaw maintenance records and incident reports.
  • Met regulatory compliance for staff members and led safety training to enhance lifesaving skills.
  • Verified first aid supplies each day to effectively handle any emergency.
  • Promoted guest satisfaction by offering exceptional support and helping with location or facility questions.
  • Evaluated employees' daily job performance by adhering to development plans and personnel performance action plans.
  • Secured facilities against access and damage during severe weather conditions and closures.
  • Educated swimmers on safety requirements and enforced strict rules to protect beachgoers.
  • Set up and broke down equipment, umbrellas and chairs.
  • Maintained professional, neat and safe swimming area with regular attention to trash and chair arrangements.
  • Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.
  • Consulted with emergency personnel while securing scene.
  • Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
  • Simulated rescue conditions regularly with team members to maintain water rescue proficiency.
  • Observed swimmers to quickly detect signs of distress and dangerous animal activity.

Public Safety Security Assistant

Suffolk County Community College
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Updated contract, project and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
  • Assessed compliance of site operations, accuracy of forms and adequate employee notification for different policies.
  • Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
  • Directed recordkeeping and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements.
  • Inspected job sites and completed in-depth reports outlining safety concerns and corrective recommendations.
  • Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Seasonal Gamestop Retail Employee

GameStop Corp.
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Enhanced product presentation and promotional material displays, working alongside retail representatives.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Greeted customers, offered assistance in finding requested items and carried merchandise to checkout line.
  • Recommended accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
  • Fulfilled orders and sourced products to meet rigorous customer delivery schedules.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories and merchandise care.

Assistant Scoutmaster

Boys Scouts Of America
12.2015 - 12.2018
  • Participated in group activities, emphasizing making camp fun for campers, teaching skills, providing encouragement and facilitating opportunities of interaction between campers.
  • Supervised troop volunteers and counselors in execution of unit needs to contribute to safety and healthy experience.
  • Fostered positive personal connection with each troop participant and cultivated social connections and sense of solidarity.
  • Encouraged participation in camp activities and guided troop members in safe adventures.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing program ideas, planned activities for units and evaluated program quality.
  • Administered basic first aid and medications per organizational guidelines, documenting incidents and communicating details to camp director.
  • Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.

Legal Affairs Assistant

Suffolk County Community College
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
  • Prepared for public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on business objectives, vision, brand strategy, competition and industry trends.
  • Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokesperson or information source.
  • Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences.
  • Created unified messaging of public relations efforts in conjunction with advertising campaigns by working closely with marketing peers.
  • Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs NY
04.2022

Associate of Arts - Histroy

SUNY Suffolk County Community College
Selden NY
05.2019

High School Diploma -

Patchogue Medford Highschool
Medford, NY
06.2016

Skills

  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement
  • Organizing and Distributing Materials
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Supervising Classroom Activities
  • Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
  • Attendance Recordkeeping
  • Early Childhood Training
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Flexible Work Schedule

Accomplishments

In Fall ( 2021) and Spring (2022) while finishing my Bachelor's Degree program at SUNY Empire State University, I was awarded placement onto the "Dean's List" which is reserved for students who manage to reach a perfect 4.0 average in all their classes for that given semester.

Additional Information

- In September 2015, I received the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. Following an extensive project that required proper management and planning. For the mandatory Eagle Scout project, I led my local Boy Scout troop through building a new white picket fence for my Local VFW hall, in honor of the veterans of our town.


- Active volunteer as a Trumpet player for various memorial and funeral ceremonies for local veterans organizations (VFW / American Legion). Having a background in Symphonic Band through my college programs.


- Participated in a number of historical displays dressing up in historical period clothing as a part of the "Old Bethpage Village Restoration Group" Long Island NY. Where the past is honored. Our mission is to teach the youth about our nations past and history in a more visualized living fashion.

Timeline

Certified Lifeguard

Safe-T Swim
09.2022 - 03.2023

Teachers Assistant

Starbright Children's Center
09.2021 - Current

Lifeguard

Aquatech Management Of Long Island, Inc.
05.2021 - 09.2021

Seasonal Gamestop Retail Employee

GameStop Corp.
09.2018 - 03.2019

Senior Beach Lifeguard

Smith Point County Park
05.2018 - 09.2019

Public Safety Security Assistant

Suffolk County Community College
10.2017 - 05.2019

Legal Affairs Assistant

Suffolk County Community College
08.2016 - 09.2017

Assistant Scoutmaster

Boys Scouts Of America
12.2015 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies

SUNY Empire State College

Associate of Arts - Histroy

SUNY Suffolk County Community College

High School Diploma -

Patchogue Medford Highschool

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