Life Guard/ Swimming Instructor
Open To Work
Jayden Ferguson
City of Sparks
Reno,NV
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Swim Instructor-Life Gaurd
Work Type
Part Time
1
year of professional experience
Dedicated Swim Instructor and Lifeguard skilled in enhancing student confidence, safety awareness, and fostering engaging learning environments. Committed to maintaining high safety standards while building strong relationships with participants.
Work History
8 Months
10.2025 - Current
8 Months
Swim Instructor-Life Gaurd
City of Sparks | Alf Soreson Community Center
10.2025 - Current
- Instructed swimming techniques to individuals of various skill levels, enhancing their confidence and safety in water.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Monitored participant progress and provided constructive feedback to improve swimming skills effectively.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and regulations during all instructional sessions, promoting a safe environment.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices and improve overall class effectiveness.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pool facilities, ensuring readiness for instruction at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance teaching methods and stay updated on aquatic safety standards.
- 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.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Certified in water front Safety and is able to work at lake facilities like the Marina
Education
High School Diploma
North Valleys High School | 1470 E Golden Valley Rd | 06-2026
- Honoree of Jayden C Ferguson
- Completed AP course in World History
- 3.8 GPA
Dedicated 3 years of rigorous military science, leadership training, and physical conditioning, culminating in selection for top-tier student command during senior year.
- Command & Control: Appointed as Squadron Leader for senior year, directly commanding, training, and mentoring a unit of cadets in drill, ceremony, and leadership principles.
- Operational Excellence: Oversaw daily operations, accountability checks, and uniform inspections, ensuring the highest standards of discipline and attention to detail.
- Mentorship & Development: Cultivated a high-performance culture by coaching junior cadets, accelerating their integration into the program and boosting overall unit retention.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborated with senior staff to execute complex training schedules, community service initiatives, and school-wide color guard presentations.
- Giving weekly brief to our Wing commander on our uniform and PT averages
Skills
Customer service
Patience and empathy
Child supervision
Creative thinking
Relationship building
Issue resolution
Timeline
Swim Instructor-Life Gaurd
City of Sparks
10.2025 - CurrentRead more
North Valleys High School - High School Diploma,
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