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Jacob Carlson

Madison,WI

Summary

Experienced with coaching swimmers to improve performance and technique. Utilizes effective training methods to build strong, cohesive teams. Track record of promoting positive and motivating environment for athletes. With 5 years of D1 Athletics at the University of South Dakota and University of Wisconsin Madison.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

Verona Area Swim Team
Verona, WI
11.2025 - Current
  • Developed technical skills, fostered a culture of hard work and togetherness, organized, and executed senior level practices and meets. Pushing young athletes to become the best people and swimmers they can be.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Swim America
Waukesha, WI
06.2018 - 06.2024
  • Develop personalized swimming curricula for diverse age groups, fostering water safety confidence while adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles.

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

WISCARES
Madison, WI
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Provided compassionate animal care at WISCARES, assisting veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures while maintaining detailed patient records.

Education

GENERAL STUDIES DEGREE - science, pre-veterinary studies

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
03-2026

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI
05-2023

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizing and Operating within a Team
  • Strong Attention to Detail
  • Eagerness to Learn
  • Communication Among Young Athletes
  • Leading and Coaching Workouts
  • Individualized Coaching
  • Stroke Technique Expertise
  • Lifeguard Certification

Timeline

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

Verona Area Swim Team
11.2025 - Current

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

WISCARES
03.2022 - 03.2023

SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Swim America
06.2018 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

University of Wisconsin-Madison

GENERAL STUDIES DEGREE - science, pre-veterinary studies

University of South Dakota