Kieran McLaughlin
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Dedicated head lifeguard with proven expertise in emergency response, team leadership, and customer engagement. Committed to maintaining safety protocols and training staff to ensure a secure aquatic environment. I work hard in almost everything I do. I always make sure that patrons are comfortable and can enjoy their time at the pool.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Lifeguard
The Woodlands Township
The Woodlands, Texas
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Supervised lifeguard team, offering guidance and instruction to enforce safety regulations and maintain a secure environment.
- Trained new lifeguards on safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Trained lifeguards to make sure they could perform the skills, both in real life and for audits. These skills included CPR, bee stings, severe bleeding, other basic first aid skills, water saves, and spinal extrications.
- Conducted regular safety drills to prepare staff for potential emergencies.
- Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid, and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
- Monitored pool conditions to maintain cleanliness and adherence to health regulations. Checked pool chemicals every hour to make sure they were at the proper levels, and cleaned bathrooms so they were not trashy for patrons.
- Delivered customer service to patrons by checking them into the pool, providing tours for first-time guests, and addressing inquiries about township services.
Lifeguard
The Woodlands Township
The Woodlands, TX
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Monitored pool areas for safety and compliance with regulations.
- Provided immediate first aid and emergency response to patrons.
- Enforced pool rules to ensure a safe environment for all guests.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Monitored swimmers, safeguarding their well-being and promoting a secure pool environment.
- Executed emergency rescues, ensuring patron safety in critical situations.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Was promoted to Head Lifeguard after one year.
Student Basketball Manager
The Woodlands High School
The Woodlands, Texas
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Coordinated with coaches to organize and execute daily basketball practices focused on enhancing skills like passing and rebounding.
- Facilitated player development through targeted drills and skill-building activities to improve overall performance.
- Helped create a positive team environment through peer encouragement and support.
- Managed equipment during practices and games to ensure players and coaches had necessary resources for effective training and competition.
Education
Bachelor of Journalism - Broadcast Journalism
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2030
High School Diploma -
The Woodlands High School
The Woodlands, TX05-2026
Skills
- First Aid Certification
- CPR certification
- First aid training
- Emergency Response
- Pool surveillance
- Team leadership
- Customer Engagement
- Communication skills
- Flexible Scheduling
Certification
- Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid- Red Cross Certified
- Waterpark Skills Only valid when accompanied by a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguarding certificate- Red Cross Certified
- Emergency Oxygen Administration- Red Cross Certified
Timeline
Head Lifeguard
The Woodlands Township
05.2026 - 08.2026
Lifeguard
The Woodlands Township
04.2025 - 05.2026
Student Basketball Manager
The Woodlands High School
08.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Journalism - Broadcast Journalism
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
The Woodlands High School