Jackson Ward
West Chester,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic youth basketball coach with a focus on developing player skills and teamwork. Skilled in organizing drills and communicating effectively with parents to foster a supportive sports environment. I personally love coaching and lifeguarding because it gives me a chance to help others in there goals of sports and wellness as well promote safety within those fun times.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifegaurd
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
west chester, PA
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
- Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
- Administered immediate and comprehensive first aid to injured and distressed patrons.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
- Conducted regular safety drills and maintained readiness for rescue situations.
- Assisted with maintaining cleanliness and organization of facilities and equipment.
Youth Basketball Coach
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
west chester, PA
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Organized drills focusing on fundamental basketball techniques and strategies.
- Made practices about the kids without putting too much stress on wins and losses.
- Coordinated game schedules and transportation logistics for youth teams.
- Supervised youth during practices and games ensuring safety and sportsmanship.
- Was able to communicate with parents about what kids should work on after practices and games
Lifegaurd
Goldfish Swim School & Goldfish Swim School Franchising
Malvern, Pennsylvania
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Monitored pool area for safety and adherence to rules.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies and provided first aid when necessary.
- Conducted regular safety drills and maintained readiness for rescue situations.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Attended training sessions to enhance lifesaving skills and knowledge.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bayard Rustin Highschool
West Chester, PA05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
West Chester University
West Chester, PASkills
- Emergency response
- First aid administration
- Lifeguard certification
- Safety regulation enforcement
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- teamwork
- entertainment
- great work ethic
Certification
CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Youth Basketball Coach
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
11.2025 - 01.2026
Lifegaurd
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
06.2025 - Current
Lifegaurd
Goldfish Swim School & Goldfish Swim School Franchising
09.2024 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Bayard Rustin Highschool
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
West Chester University