Jacob Smith
University Heights ,OH
Summary
Dynamic Swim Instructor with Goldfish Swim School, skilled in fostering a safe and engaging learning environment. Leveraging strong customer service and adaptability, I tailored lesson plans to individual needs, enhancing student confidence and performance. Committed to continuous learning, I maintained CPR and First Aid certifications, ensuring safety and excellence in aquatic instruction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Instructor
Goldfish Swim School & Goldfish Swim School Franchising
Warrensville Heights, OH
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Instructed swim techniques to beginners, ensuring safety and comfort in water.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning experience.
- Promoted aquatic safety practices during lessons and activities.
- Engaged students through fun, interactive swimming games and drills.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a clean and safe pool environment.
- Adapted instruction methods based on diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to improve instructional skills and knowledge.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
Education
Career Technical Education - Manufacturing Engineer Program
Old Brook High School
Parma, OhioSkills
- Customer service
- Patience and empathy
- Creative thinking
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Adaptability and dependability
- Continuous learning attitude
- First and CPR instruction
- Equipment management
Timeline
Swim Instructor
Goldfish Swim School & Goldfish Swim School Franchising
10.2023 - 11.2025
Career Technical Education - Manufacturing Engineer Program
Old Brook High School