Josephine Melillo
Cincinnati
Summary
I am a dependable and motivated individual with hands-on experience working with children, families, and teams in fast-paced environments. I have worked as a lifeguard and deck supervisor at a swim school, where I developed strong safety awareness, leadership skills, and the ability to manage groups of children while supporting staff. My role as a shift leader at an ice cream shop strengthened my customer service, time management, and teamwork skills in a high-energy setting.
In addition, I have experience as a nanny, providing attentive and responsible care while supporting children’s daily routines and development. Most recently, I interned at a children’s developmental clinic, where I gained valuable exposure to child development, professional collaboration, and therapeutic environments. Together, these experiences highlight my strong work ethic, leadership abilities, and passion for working with children.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pool Deck Supervisor
Big Blue Swim School
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored pool areas to ensure swimmer safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted management with daily operations of swim school, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards
- Implemented scheduling system, improving class organization and instructor availability.
- Conducted performance evaluations for students progress providing feedback to promote growth.
Lifeguard (Seasonal)
Pyles Pools
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of pool facilities and equipment for cleanliness and safety.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
Private Nanny
Private Household
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement in educational play.
- Developed tailored learning plans based on individual child needs and interests.
- Coordinated schedules, balancing academic, recreational, and developmental activities effectively.
- Fostered communication with parents to discuss progress and address concerns promptly.
Occupational Therapy Intern
Kids Innovative Developmental Services
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in the preparation of materials and resources for engaging therapy sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Restocked facility supplies and set up treatment rooms.
- Collaborated closely with clinical staff in creating resources that educate clients on techniques they can implement at home to complement their ongoing therapies.
- Managed social media accounts, increasing engagement through targeted content strategies.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Lifeguard and Swim Teacher
Bridgewater Country Club
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Monitored pool area and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted routine safety inspections of equipment and facilities.
- Enforced pool rules to maintain a safe environment for patrons.
- Collaborated with team members to improve response times during drills.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
Shift Leader
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted team in daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Supported training initiatives for new staff members, enhancing onboarding efficiency and knowledge retention.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock replenishment to optimize resource availability.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, promoting a safe environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fishers Highschool
Fishers, INBachelor of Science - Pre- Occupational Therapy
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05-2029
Skills
- Management of pool deck activities
- Strong communicator
- Lifeguard certification
- AED operation
- Pool maintenance
- Rescue equipment use
- Team management
- Lifeguard experience
- Swim instruction expertise
- Guest relations
- Emergency response
- Facility maintenance
- Organization skills
- Telephone skills
- Customer and client relations
- Scheduling
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified Deep water lifeguard
Timeline
Lifeguard (Seasonal)
Pyles Pools
05.2025 - 08.2025
Private Nanny
Private Household
05.2025 - 08.2025
Occupational Therapy Intern
Kids Innovative Developmental Services
08.2024 - 05.2025
Lifeguard and Swim Teacher
Bridgewater Country Club
05.2024 - 01.2025
Pool Deck Supervisor
Big Blue Swim School
11.2023 - Current
Shift Leader
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
08.2022 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Fishers Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Pre- Occupational Therapy
University of Cincinnati