Isabella Gast
East Lansing,MI
Summary
First-year Honors Kinesiology student at Michigan State University with current swim coach experience for elementary and middle school athletes. Customer service professional at Breslin Student Events Center, supporting event operations and guest needs. Focus on discipline, consistent performance, and measurable progress in coaching and service roles.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Swim Coach
Trojan Aquatics
East Lansing, Michigan
09.2026 - Current
- Communicated with parents about training plans and swimmer behavior.
- Evaluated swimmer form and adjusted drills for skill development.
- Led team warmups, dryland exercises, and pre-meet routines.
- Encouraged students to perform at personal best using positive reinforcement.
- Encouraged swimmers to reach their full potential while having fun in the pool.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop long-term goals for the program.
- Analyzed data from times trials to identify areas of improvement for individual swimmers.
Customer service
Breslin Student Events Center
East Lansing, MI
09.2026 - Current
- Provided customer service and support during events.
- Provided friendly customer service to all guests.
- Helped guests maintain a safe environment.
Daycare Volunteer
The Commons Church
Okemos, MI
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted children with daily activities and playtime supervision.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all participants.
- Supported lead staff in implementing lesson plans and schedules.
- Provided emotional support to children during transitions or challenges.
- Initiated creative programs like music time, story time, or arts and crafts for the children.
- Read stories to children to promote literacy skills.
Lifeguard
Country Club of Lansing
Lansing, Michigan
05.2025 - Current
- Monitored pool area to ensure guest safety and compliance with rules.
- Educated patrons on water safety practices and club policies.
- Collaborated with team members for effective shift coordination and coverage.
- Assisted in scheduling staff shifts to optimize lifeguard coverage during peak hours.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Checked weather reports to warn the public of potential inclement weather and proper safety procedures, as well as directed them to exit the water immediately during local severe weather situations.
- I used my competitive swim team knowledge to teach and coach the club's summer swim team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2029
High School Diploma -
East Lansing High School
East Lansing, MI06-2026
Skills
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Team coordination and collaboration
- Communication skills
- Patience, reliability, and punctuality
- Learning strategies
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Coaching
- Staff development
- Working under pressure
Certification
American Red Cross First Aid, AED, and CPR certification
Accomplishments
Summa Cum Laude
Timeline
Swim Coach
Trojan Aquatics
09.2026 - Current
Customer service
Breslin Student Events Center
09.2026 - Current
Daycare Volunteer
The Commons Church
10.2025 - Current
Lifeguard
Country Club of Lansing
05.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
East Lansing High School