Michael Sampey
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
As a determined biological sciences student, I am pursuing an employment opportunity that lets me use my leadership skills and passion for health sciences to prepare for my future career in the field of medicine. Excelled in training lifeguards, and fostering athlete development through my previous employment. Renowned for strong communication and adaptability, alongside proficiency in CPR/AED. Demonstrated exceptional risk management and mentoring skills, significantly improving team performance and guest satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Glendale Heights Park District
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in Star Guard lifeguarding and water safety education.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
Swim Coach
Tigersharks Swim Club
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Developed strong relationships with swimmers and their families, creating open communication channels for feedback and goal setting.
- Provided individualized attention during practice sessions to ensure progress towards personal goals for each swimmer.
- Coached youth aged 5 to 16 for competitive swim team and oversaw participation in 1-2 events monthly.
Head Lifeguard
Lombard Park District
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Performed pool tests, recorded results and adjusted chemical levels to reach appropriate measurements.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Addison Trail High School
Addison, IL05-2024
Skills
- Strong communicator
- Effective problem-solver
- Public safety knowledge
- Training and mentoring
- Group and individual instruction
- Adaptability
- Physical and endurance training
- Training routines
Certification
- Certified Star Guard Lifeguard
- Certified USA Swimming Coach
- PADI Scuba Certified
- ASE - Entry Level Certified
Timeline
Lifeguard
Glendale Heights Park District
07.2024 - 08.2024
Swim Coach
Tigersharks Swim Club
10.2023 - 07.2024
Head Lifeguard
Lombard Park District
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Certified Star Guard Lifeguard
- Certified USA Swimming Coach
- PADI Scuba Certified
- ASE - Entry Level Certified
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University
High School Diploma -
Addison Trail High School
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