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Jordan Kwiatkowski

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

Communicative and kind outdoor professional of seven years with a passion for community engagement. Experience working and living in the outdoors in adverse conditions, and practicing risk management professionally. A love for sharing and introducing the outdoors to others, and comfortable working with children of all ages and ability.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Black Tie Affair

Event Staff
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Worked on a large team to provide cohesive and efficient service for large events of over 100 people
  • Coordinated with coworkers to help customers, achieving efficient operations and high customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with vendors to secure necessary event services and supplies.
  • Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
  • Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.

YMCA Of Chattanooga

Adaptive Swim Instructor
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Taught daily swim instruction one-on-one to students varying in ages and skill levels, all on the Autism Spectrum and some with physical disabilities
  • Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and they felt comfortable with their child taking swim lessons
  • Created games to help students develop specific skills
  • Implemented new and creative techniques to match each child's individual learning style and ability
  • Use precise and slow communication to allow time for language processing
  • Facilitate co- and self-regulation for students during overwhelm, through deep pressure, and grounding techniques like counting and deep breathing
  • Stay attentive of child in water and aware of their breathing and temperature and that they are practicing safe behavior

Cherokee Rafting

White Water Raft Guide
03.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Guided groups of up to six people on a single craft, and supervised up to 100 with other guides while at the outpost and put-in
  • Inspected gear for potential hazards and arranged for repairs when needed.
  • Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to allow safe and enjoyable passage down the river
  • Taught guests of how to stay safe in white water and how to respond in case of falling out or emergency
  • Established positive relationships with guests through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Demonstrated superior professionalism while interacting with guests
  • Taught guests how to effectively follow verbal instructions and paddle efficiently on land before entering the water
  • Worked under pressure to maintain safety of guests in adverse weather conditions

Trust For Public Land

Park Listener-Contracted
08.2022 - 09.2022

Job overview

  • Independently traveled to different parks in underserved zip codes to engage park goers with the park development survey
  • Developed empathetic relationships with community members while discussing area recreation and facility needs
  • Practiced active listening skills and professional interpersonal communication skills with people from a variety of backgrounds
  • Kept documentation and personal information confidential
  • Worked with a team to discuss the community needs and present them to the employees of the Trust for Public Land

CALEB

Canvasser-Intern
05.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Interacted with and educated hundreds of voters Chattanooga area to promote involvement in the local election
  • Conducted regular surveys and canvassing activities to identify eligible voters and connect them to resources to register to vote, as well as educate them on their polling location and organize ride shares for those without transportation
  • Networked with businesses and events to seek permission to set up and personally run a voter registration booth
  • Worked with a network of local churches and organizations to involve them in the nonprofit
  • Located and targeted potential voters with successful cold-calling techniques to engage them in the democratic process and offer resources to research candidates
  • Communicated with local political candidates to invite them forums hosted by the organization

Education

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN

No Degree from International Studies

University Overview

  • Study Abroad: Dominican Republic, Spanish, One Month
  • International Club
  • Arts n' Smarts Children Program

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

from Anthropology And Psychology
06.2025

University Overview

  • Relevant Coursework: Intro to Psychology; History of the American South; African American Literature

Skills

  • Risk Management
  • Working and engaging with a variety of people of different ages and backgrounds
  • Driving a passenger van and trailer
  • Effectively communicating with large groups of people to guide them through to a common goal
  • Working in the outdoors in adverse conditions
  • Ability to kindly and emphatically engage the public
  • Navigating white water
  • Outdoor survival skills relating to backcountry camping
  • Ability to relate to others on a personal and authentic level
  • Excellent ability to stay calm under pressure
  • Keen on laughter and play

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder-Wilderness

First Aid & CPR


Timeline

Park Listener-Contracted

Trust For Public Land
08.2022 - 09.2022

Canvasser-Intern

CALEB
05.2022 - 08.2022

Event Staff

Black Tie Affair
03.2022 - Current

Adaptive Swim Instructor

YMCA Of Chattanooga
03.2022 - Current

White Water Raft Guide

Cherokee Rafting
03.2016 - Current

University of Southern Indiana

No Degree from International Studies

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

from Anthropology And Psychology

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