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Richard Johnson

Stacy,MN

Summary

Having grown up in a mixed race family, I learned at a young age that it’s not the color of your skin that makes you who you are. It is the way you speak to others and how you treat your coworkers, authority figures and subordinates. In an authority position years ago, I found myself enamored with the methods or our custodial staff and the care that they put into their work. At the time, one of the more familiar faces in the department mentioned to me that since he had to spend many of his waking hours in the building, he might as well feel at home. And he wouldn’t allow gum to stick on the floor of his home, so he scraped and used a freezing spray to get gum that our lovely guests chose to spit out, off of our floors. I called him Mr. Francis just as I called the President of the company Mr. Bell. Thus, my achievements are my way with everyone. The smiles I can create and the joy and energy that I can share.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Davinci Academy
09.2022 - Current

Work very closely with Case Managers to make sure students’ IEP requirements were met. Assisting children with their relationships in the classroom with their teacher and peers. Give children the tools to get through their days with positive experiences in their academics and social experiences. Assist the school administration with observation of the setting, including safety and security of the facility.

Swimming Instructor / Lifeguard

YMCA of the North
01.2008 - Current

Swimming instructor to all ages. Hold lessons for special needs youth. Conduct private swim lessons to those that require a special type of attention. Coach incoming instructors and assist them with the curriculum for YMCA swimming instruction. Keep the pool areas clean and safe and keep the engineers and custodians up to speed on areas of the building outside of the pool that may need attention.

Aquatics Supervisor

YMCA of the North
07.2016 - 08.2022

Assisting the Aquatics Director in the implementation of a strong aquatics program. Instruct and train Swimming instructors and help them gain the tools to give swimmers of all ages and families a great experience with the Swimming instruction that we provide. Lifeguard as needed and train lifeguards to keep the pool safe and give patrons a good environment to enjoy. Be a sounding board to guests, parents and coworkers that may have questions of a swimming facility.

Education

None - Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO

Skills

    Strong interpersonal skills with years of speaking to the public in all sorts of situations including heated situations Training groups and staffs in customer service areas Very observant regarding safety, broken equipment and toys

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Davinci Academy
09.2022 - Current

Aquatics Supervisor

YMCA of the North
07.2016 - 08.2022

Swimming Instructor / Lifeguard

YMCA of the North
01.2008 - Current

None - Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Colorado
Richard Johnson