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Riley Thomas

Bellingham,WA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club, enhancing swimmer performance and safety through personalized training and vigilant supervision. Skilled in staff training and customer service, demonstrated patience and empathy, elevating instructional quality and ensuring high customer satisfaction. Excelled in coordinating schedules and managing diverse learning environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Swim Instructor

Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Improved swimmer performance by developing personalized training plans for each participant.
  • Answered emails pertaining to questions about the swim lesson program
  • Coordinated scheduling with instructors and scheduled staff members using scheduling software
  • Led training sessions for fellow instructors on teaching techniques, elevating the overall quality of instruction offered at the facility.
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.

Summer Camp Director

Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Ensured camper safety through diligent supervision, risk management procedures, and adherence to established protocols.
  • Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
  • Coordinated daily schedules for staff assignments throughout the summer season.
  • Addressed any issues or concerns raised by parents professionally and efficiently, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.

Substitute Paraeducator

Renton School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.

Front Desk Receptionist

Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
06.2020 - 09.2021



  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed reservations and classes.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
  • Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel.

Education

Psychology

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
06.2025

Associate of Arts -

Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Hazen Senior High School
Renton, WA
06.2021

Skills

  • Strong leadership abilities
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Staff Training and Development

Timeline

Head Swim Instructor

Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
01.2023 - 09.2024

Summer Camp Director

Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
06.2022 - 08.2023

Substitute Paraeducator

Renton School District
09.2021 - 06.2022

Front Desk Receptionist

Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
06.2020 - 09.2021

Psychology

Western Washington University

Associate of Arts -

Bellevue College

High School Diploma -

Hazen Senior High School
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