Parker Long
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a diverse background including roles at Kingsmill Resort and Spa, personal caregiving, and community volunteer work. Excelled in emergency response and safety oversight, enhancing guest and client satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and effective communication. Demonstrated strong commitment to community engagement and child supervision, ensuring safety and well-being in every role undertaken.
Skilled Lifeguard consistently remains calm and focused in stressful environments. Talented in swim instruction for all ages. Committed to promoting safety in and around large bodies of water. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
Kingsmill Resort and Spa
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Pet Sitter
Personal Connections
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
Babysitter
Personal Connections
02.2021 - 08.2024
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Volunteer
Key Club Organization
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Education
Economics
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Williamsburg06-2024
Skills
- Emergency Response
- First Aid
- Safety oversight
- Pool cleaning
- Water monitoring
- Swim Instruction
- Effective problem-solver
- Strong communicator
- Lifeguard operations
- Event Setup
- Community Engagement
- Fundraising
- Schedule Coordination
- Pet control
- Activity Planning
- Child Supervision
- Behavior monitoring
- Keeping children safe
Timeline
Lifeguard
Kingsmill Resort and Spa
05.2024 - 08.2024
Pet Sitter
Personal Connections
01.2024 - 08.2024
Babysitter
Personal Connections
02.2021 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Key Club Organization
09.2020 - 06.2024
Economics
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
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