Lindsay Barrella
Rodeo,CA
Summary
Skilled Lifeguard consistently remains calm and focused in stressful environments. Talented in swim instruction for all ages. Committed to promoting safety in and around large bodies of water. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED. Dedicated Swim Instructor experienced in teaching swimmers at all levels. Knowledgeable in safety protocols and capable of providing enjoyable learning environment. Genuinely enthusiastic for swimming and highly effective in motivating and inspiring students of every age.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Ron Wilson
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Adjusted pool chemical balance to maintain general water cleanliness.
- Monitored activities and directed scanning of swimming pool and adjacent areas to prevent injuries, accidents or drownings.
- Oversaw and managed lifeguard staff by monitoring attendance and performance.
Swim Coach
Alisa Airoldi
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Coached youth aged 6 (and under) to 18 for competitive swim team and oversaw participation in events annually.
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
Swim Instructor
Alisa Airoldi
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
Lifeguard
Ron Wilson
05.2020 - 08.2020
- 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.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Recorded daily activity logs and incident reports for tracking purposes.
- Responded to patron incidents in professional and timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Humanities And Communication - Humanities And Communication
California State University - Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Saint Patrick Saint Vincent High School
Vallejo, CA05.2022
Skills
- Emergency Medical Procedures
- CPR Certified
- Certified Lifeguard
- Safety Techniques
- Patron Support
- Adjusting Chemical Levels
- Closing Procedures
- Operational Procedures
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Swim Coach
Alisa Airoldi
07.2023 - 08.2023
Assistant Manager
Ron Wilson
05.2023 - Current
Swim Instructor
Alisa Airoldi
05.2023 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Ron Wilson
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Humanities And Communication - Humanities And Communication
California State University - Monterey Bay
High School Diploma -
Saint Patrick Saint Vincent High School
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