Joao Desa
boca raton,FL
Summary
Having a background in lifeguarding has taught me to have discipline in the work environment. I'm a bilingual college student who speaks Portuguese and English fluently. Through the labors of my job, I’ve been taught to not only be thorough, but also punctual. If there’s a problem, I will go above and beyond to get it resolved. My unique position at work also entails that I stay in communication with patrons of every kind, as well as teaching me adaptability and accountability. I'm a quick learner and eager to work hard!
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Safety Instructor
City of Deerfield Beach
Deerfield Beach, FL
10.2022 - Current
- Provided instruction on water safety principles, rules, and regulations to students.
- Developed lesson plans for each class session in accordance with the American Red Cross guidelines.
- Demonstrated swimming techniques, strokes, and rescues to students of all ages.
- Conducted regular inspections of pool equipment, such as life rings, ladders, and buoys.
- Adhered to facility policies concerning health and safety protocols while providing instruction.
- Performed general maintenance and landscaping on the pool deck.
- Kept the pool area, as well as the lifeguard office, clean and sanitized.
- Routinely kept the company vehicle clean and organized.
- Maintained focus on swimmers for extended periods of time.
- Gave customers superb service while keeping them safe and informed.
- I volunteered to teach children with disabilities, as well as teach them in an efficient manner.
- Delivered group lectures and hands-on demonstrations to instruct students.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and standards related to water safety instruction.
Usher
Blaze Of Fire Ministries
Deerfield Beach, FL
02.2018 - 10.2024
- Assisted with seating patrons in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Assisted in setting up merchandise stands prior to the start of events.
- Informed security of any suspicious activity or persons on premises.
- Actively monitored crowd control during large gatherings.
- Provided assistance to people with disabilities who require special accommodation.
- Conducted pre-event inspections of the facility to identify potential hazards or deficiencies.
- Answered questions from guests about events, venues, times.
- Performed light cleaning tasks such as sweeping floors and wiping down seating areas between events.
- Complied with health and sanitation practices and procedures.
Education
High-School Diploma - Four Years of Foreign Language (Spanish), Two Years in Medical Academy
SLAM! Boca Raton
Boca Raton06.2024
Skills
- Time management
- Swim technique basics
- Class management
- First aid and CPR certified
- Child development knowledge
- General maintenance
- Sanitation and cleaning
- Organization
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Customer safety
- Quick thinking
- Emergency response knowledge
- Paperwork processing
- Lifeguard training
- Child supervision
- Rule enforcement
- Equipment inspection
- Incident reporting
- Issue resolution
- Emergency procedures
- Strong leadership
- Creative thinking
- Adaptability and dependability
- schedule flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Painting
- Wall repair
- Basic repair of electronics
- Public speaking experience
- Record keeping
- Adaptive teaching strategies
- Inclusive teaching methods
- Extensive knowledge of house cleaning and deep sanitization
- Relationship building
Certification
- BLS First Aid (Basic Life Support)
- CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation)
- WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
- LF (Life Guard Certification)
Extracurricular Activities
2 years of swimming 8 years of martial arts including jiu jitsu, taekwondo, and boxing 6 years of volunteer work at my church A member of HOSA
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Given full leadership of an important event at the Deerfield Beach aquatic center where we got to work early and set up for a fall event.
Affiliations
- practitioner of Jiu jitsu
- Active member in my church
- Boxing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Water Safety Instructor
City of Deerfield Beach
10.2022 - Current
Usher
Blaze Of Fire Ministries
02.2018 - 10.2024
High-School Diploma - Four Years of Foreign Language (Spanish), Two Years in Medical Academy
SLAM! Boca Raton