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Reese Hazan

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Accomplished swim professional with a decorated athletic background, qualifying for the 2020 USA Olympic Trials and achieving multiple World 100 rankings in the 200 Butterfly and 400 IM. Holds records at both high school and collegiate levels, including the 100 Backstroke and 200 Butterfly at Utah Tech University. Over five years of experience in swim instruction, freelance private coaching, and youth engagement. Develops personalized programs emphasizing safety, skill-building, and confidence. Experienced in safety-sensitive roles as a trampoline park bouncer and trauma simulation role player for North American Rescue, showcasing quick decision-making, observational awareness, and composure in high-pressure environments. Strong communication, leadership, and adaptability to diverse learning and team dynamics.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Swim Instructor

Swim With Meg
06.2024 - Current
  • Instructed diverse groups in swimming techniques, ensuring safety and skill progression.
  • Developed customized lesson plans tailored to various age groups and skill levels.
  • Monitored student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.
  • Implemented engaging activities that fostered a positive learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with parents to address concerns and track student development effectively.
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
  • Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
  • Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction for students requiring additional assistance in mastering specific skills or techniques.
  • Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
  • Assessed student skill levels at the beginning of each session to ensure proper class placement and maximize opportunities for growth and development.
  • Encouraged parent involvement in their child''s aquatic education through regular communication about progress and upcoming events.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to develop innovative teaching methods for improved student outcomes.
  • Streamlined class organization by maintaining accurate records of student progress, attendance, and skill assessments.
  • Utilized various teaching aids such as kickboards, fins, pull buoys, or noodles to provide targeted support for specific skill acquisition among students at various competency levels.
  • Developed strong relationships with students'' families through open communication channels, fostering loyalty to our program over time.
  • Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.

Role Player & Admin

Joe Emery
04.2021 - Current
  • Applied expertise in body movements, gestures and different forms of speech to engage audience members and drive engagement.
  • Collaborated with other actors to brainstorm ideas.
  • Researched roles to learn traits, mannerisms, accents and other key features of characters.
  • Attending fittings with wardrobe department for costume measuring and alterations.
  • Collaborated with director and other Role Players to find best interpretation for character.
  • Worked closely with directors, fellow performers and writers to identify and perfect optimal performance techniques.
  • Helped prepare and clean stages, move props and break down stages to support smooth productions.
  • Performed common-knowledge and original illusions to provide entertainment to diverse audiences.

Bouncer

House Of Jump
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Enforced venue policies to ensure safety and compliance for patrons and staff.
  • Monitored crowd behavior, intervening when necessary to prevent disturbances or altercations.
  • Collaborated with team members to manage crowd control during high-traffic events.
  • Reduced conflicts and maintained a positive atmosphere through effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Monitored, guarded and patrolled premises to prevent infractions of rules, theft and violence.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Swim Instructor

Lifetime Fitness / Kids Camp/Private/Groups
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Coached kids summer swim camp
  • Worked with each swimmer individually to work towards personal goals in a group setting
  • Made relationships with swimmers and built trust
  • Used leadership skills to keep everyone from being disrespectful to one another
  • Kept kids intrigued and wanting to learn more
  • Brought consistency to each class
  • Made relationships with parents
  • Used water benches, toys, and kickboards at lessons
  • Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
  • Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
  • Evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.
  • Engaged during water safety workshops, increasing awareness of aquatic safety measures.

Private Swim Instructor

Tyler Bedley / Privately
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
  • Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
  • Handled student situations using logic and mediation skills.
  • Led instructional classes to protect recreational users from dangerous situations.
  • Watched clients during exercises and assisted with exercises.

Beauty Convention Assistant

Daniela Ciocan
06.2019 - 07.2021
  • Handled data entry tasks with high levels of speed and accuracy.
  • Organized personal tasks to free up executive to handle professional matters.
  • Communicated with customers regarding anything need to maintain satisfaction.
  • Recommended appropriate products to meet customers' individual needs.
  • Finalized purchases and processed payments.
  • Kept counter and display areas in clean and neat fashion.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • Recommended styles and treatments based on clients' needs and appearances.
  • Suggested personalized skin care routines for clients, keeping skin type and skin conditions in mind.
  • Assisted customers in feeling relaxed and comfortable with the process.
  • Treated customers to extra services such as shampooing and head massage to promote loyalty.
  • Evaluated client's hair and physical features to determine style and cut plans.
  • Ordered makeup materials and equipment from suppliers when inventory was running low.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Emphasis in Criminology

The University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
05-2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Palo Verde High School
Las Vegas, NV
05.2020

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Patience and empathy
  • Child supervision
  • Creative thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Swimming and water safety
  • Flexible schedule
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Rule enforcement

  • Safety training
  • Parent communication
  • File and record management
  • Pool operations
  • Adaptability in teaching
  • Group instruction
  • Personalized instruction
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Active listening
  • Reliable and responsible

Timeline

Swim Instructor

Swim With Meg
06.2024 - Current

Bouncer

House Of Jump
03.2023 - 08.2023

Swim Instructor

Lifetime Fitness / Kids Camp/Private/Groups
05.2022 - 08.2023

Private Swim Instructor

Tyler Bedley / Privately
05.2021 - 08.2021

Role Player & Admin

Joe Emery
04.2021 - Current

Beauty Convention Assistant

Daniela Ciocan
06.2019 - 07.2021

High School Diploma - undefined

Palo Verde High School

Associate of Applied Science - Emphasis in Criminology

The University of Northern Colorado
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