OMALI PALMER
Jamaica,United States
Summary
Diligent and hard working High school Graduate with a strong interest in finding a passion and building a career. Efficient worker who demonstrates time management and prioritization skills. Level headed professional who remains calm and effective in stressful situations. Bringing strong work ethic, flexibility and multitasking. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational skills and very experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy.
Developed skills in fast-paced, aquatic instructional environment. Demonstrated aptitude in teaching, communication, and fostering safe and supportive atmosphere. Seeking to transition these skills to new field where they can be effectively utilized.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor
The Wright Fit
05.2025 - 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.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
Swim Instructor
Variety Boys and Girls club of queens
08.2024 - Current
- This job consists of teaching children, teens and adults how to swim. I teach levels 1-6 and then the pro classes followed by adults.
- Customized lessons for various skill levels
- Led successful swim meets with zero incidents
- Reduced fear of water in new swimmers
- Implemented innovative teaching methods for engagement
- Assisted children to overcome anxieties making them comfortable and confident in the water
- Taught proper breathing techniques for all ages during freestyle, breast stroke, butterfly
Counselor
92 street Y
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Successfully managed and supervised a group of 15+ kids in camp setting providing a safe and positive environment for campers
- Developed and implemented engaging daily activities for campers which promoted physical, emotional, and social growth
- Ensured campers followed all camp rules through consistent communication and discipline
- Developed strong relationships with campers and their guardians to support campers success and improvement
- Maintained an energetic, wholehearted and professional demeanor when interacting with children, parents and staff
Education
High School Diploma -
School of The Future
01.2024
Skills
- Teacher
- Fast learner
- Time Management
- Trainer
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Customer Service
- Patience and empathy
- Organization
- Creative thinking
- Child supervision
- Swim instruction
- Lifeguard certification
- Lifeguard & water safety training
- First aid and CPR
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
- Lifeguard Certification
Timeline
Swim Instructor
The Wright Fit
05.2025 - Current
Swim Instructor
Variety Boys and Girls club of queens
08.2024 - Current
Counselor
92 street Y
06.2024 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
School of The Future
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