Makena Chuang
JCC @ Los Gatos
Los Gatos,CA
2
Languages
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Enthusiastic swim instructor skilled in creative lesson planning and empathetic child supervision. Demonstrated ability to assess student progress and instill safety awareness. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team focused on enriching aquatic experiences.
Work History
Swim Instructor
1 Year 9 Months- Instructed group and private lessons, enhancing students' swimming techniques and confidence.
- Developed individualized swim lesson plans tailored to diverse skill levels and age groups.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Monitored safety protocols during swimming sessions, ensuring a secure environment for all participants.
Life Guard
1 Year 9 Months- Responded effectively to emergencies, administering first aid and CPR as needed.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, administering first aid and CPR.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of pool areas and equipment to maintain compliance.
- Trained new lifeguards on protocols, emergency response procedures, and customer service standards.
Volunteer
3 Years 10 Months- Provided labor for set up, clean up and tear down for the Los Gatos Annual September Art and Wine Festival hosted by Kiwanis Club who oversees Los Gatos High School Key Club
- Coordinated fundraising school activities such as selling candies during Halloween and organizing fund raiser events with local Pizza shops, successfully raising funds for Key Club's Easter and Halloween trips to the Children's Hospital iN Campbell
- Mentored new volunteers, providing guidance and ensuring smooth onboarding processes
Education
High School Diploma
- AP Euro History in 10th Grade
- English Honors in 10th Grade
- AP US History in 11th Grade
- AP Environmental Sciences in 11th Grade
- AP Psychology in 11th Grade
- PreCalc Honors in 11th Grade
- The Entrepreneurial Mindset by Babson College during Summer 2026
Skills
Child supervision
Emotional intelligence
Professionalism and punctuality
Relationship building
Swim instruction
Safety management
Aquatic safety
Lesson planning
Certification
- Certified LifeGuarding including Deep Warter, AED For Professional Rescuers and First - July 2026
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Timeline
Swim Instructor
JCC @ Los Gatos
09.2026 - 06.2028Read More
Life Guard
JCC @ Los Gatos
09.2026 - 06.2028Read More
Volunteer
Key Club
08.2024 - 06.2028Read More
Los Gatos High School
High School Diploma
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