Isaiah Gillis
Summary
Dynamic swim instructor, lifeguard, and supervisor at Gateway Region YMCA, skilled in competitive swim instruction and strong leadership. Successfully mentored new instructors and enhanced class effectiveness through tailored teaching methods. Proficient in first aid, oxygen administration, water rescue, and CPR while attentively ensuring safety and satisfaction for all patrons while fostering positive relationships within our community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Gateway Region YMCA
12.2024 - Current
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Swim Instructor
Gateway Region YMCA
01.2024 - Current
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
Lifeguard
Gateway Region YMCA
06.2023 - Current
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
Caterer
Hollyberry Catering
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
- Communicated with event coordinators and facility management to obtain appropriate catering accommodations.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
Home Health Care Provider
Complete Homecare
01.2025 - Current
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Affton High School
St Louis, MO05-2024
Skills
- Competitive swim instruction
- Water rescue
- Student and class monitoring
- Strong leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Certified lifeguard
- Issue resolution
- Incident reporting
- Skills assessment
- First aid and CPR
- Parent communication
- Emergency procedures
Certification
- Red Cross/YMCA First Aid/CPR Certified
- Red Cross/YMCA Administering Oxygen Certified
- YMCA Supervision Certified
- YSL Swim instructing Certified
Timeline
Home Health Care Provider
Complete Homecare
01.2025 - Current
Supervisor
Gateway Region YMCA
12.2024 - Current
Swim Instructor
Gateway Region YMCA
01.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Gateway Region YMCA
06.2023 - Current
Caterer
Hollyberry Catering
06.2023 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Affton High School
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