I take pictures of High School Athletics which I send to the Wayne Herald to be posted weekly I also posted these photos on Instagram @FanBase_Flics
Payton Junck
Wayne,NE
Summary
A skilled Lifeguard consistently remains calm and focused in stressful environments. I am certified as a Water Safety Instructor (WSI), which means I am certified to teach swim lessons and pass students.. Committed to promoting safety in and around large bodies of water. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Wayne Aquatic Center
05.2023 - Current
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- 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.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Shared tips with patrons on swimming techniques and strength training.
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Reiterated water safety practices and lifesaving measures at every class to prevent accidents.
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wayne Senior High School
Wayne, NE05-2026
Skills
- Water monitoring
- Safety oversight
- Strong communicator
- Strong client relations
- Public safety
- Patron support
- Swimming instruction
- First aid and CPR
- Weather monitoring
- Team bonding
- Emergency response
- Policy management
- Threat assessment
- Effective problem-solver
- Team collaboration
- Swim instruction
Accomplishments
- 4.0 Honor roll throughout High School
- Mid-States Conference top 10% throughout High School
- Tied for First in Class
- 26 on ACT
- NCPA Academic All-State
- Mid-States conference Academic Team
- 2x District FFA proficiency Champion in Homeland and/or Occupational Safety
- Several FFA Chapter Awards
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certified
Interests
Timeline
Lifeguard
Wayne Aquatic Center
05.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wayne Senior High School
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