Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Hauppauge School District
Hauppauge, NY
03.2021 - Current
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Addressed behavioral issues promptly using a fair and consistent approach, fostering a respectful learning environment for all participants.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
- Facilitated teamwork among students during group exercises, promoting peer support as a valuable component of skill development.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Responded to patron incidents in professional and timely manner.