Miriam Siegman
Fresh Meadows,NY
Summary
Developed skills in fast-paced retail environments, ready to transition into new field. Demonstrates keen ability to connect with customers and facilitate positive interactions. Committed to leveraging these transferrable skills in dynamic and collaborative setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Swimming Instructor
Take Me To the Water Aquatics
12.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students to foster trust and rapport, enabling more effective instruction.
- Implemented ongoing assessments of student progress, adjusting lesson plans accordingly to ensure continued growth in abilities.
- Increased class engagement with interactive activities and games focused on various swimming techniques.
- Promoted water safety awareness by incorporating essential skills into lessons such as treading water, floating, and rescue techniques.
- Improved student confidence in water by providing individualized feedback and personalized instruction.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Managed pool operations during sessions, maintaining a safe and clean environment for students and staff members.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
Lifeguard
Moshava Bair Long Island
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
Camp Counselor
Avnet Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create memorable events that promoted teamwork and strengthened bonds among campers.
Education
Yeshiva University High School For Girls
Hollis, NY06-2025
Skills
- CPR certified
- Patience and empathy
- Physical fitness
- Special needs accommodation
- Listening skills
- Excellent people skills
- Adaptive teaching methods
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Limited Working
Timeline
Swimming Instructor
Take Me To the Water Aquatics
12.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Moshava Bair Long Island
06.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Avnet Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Yeshiva University High School For Girls
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