Former certified USA Swimming Coach for 5 years and ASCA certified for 4 years. Privileged to attend clinics put on by USA Swimming and by ASCA, including classes and instruction by College level coaches; Matt Kredich-University of Tennessee, Head Swim Coach, Greg Troy-University of Florida, Head Swim Coach, and Bob Bowman-University of Arizona, Head Swim Coach and former USA Olympic Swim Coach. Energetic Coach versed in training and development strategies to transform athlete performance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Swim Coach
Lakewood Ranch Lightning Club Swim Team
Lakewood Ranch, FL
08.2014 - 03.2018
Explained and demonstrated all competitive swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength through diverse training methods.
Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
Assistant High School Swim Coach
Southeast High School/Manatee County School Board
Bradenton, FL
07.2013 - 12.2016
Guided students through different swimming strokes and strategies to increase stamina.
Adapted teaching strategies to match developmental age and abilities of students.
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Upheld optimal safety protocols, responded to emergencies and completed related paperwork for notable incidents and accidents.
Administered first aid for basic injuries and CPR for serious medical issues.
Maintained open communications with parents and guardians to keep everyone informed about schedules, administrative requirements and class updates.
Helped prepare students for competitive meets across Florida.
Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
Explained and demonstrated all swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
Assistant Swim Coach
Lakewood Ranch Lightning Club Swim Team
Lakewood Ranch, FL
11.2013 - 08.2014
Guided students through different swimming strokes and strategies to increase stamina.
Adapted teaching strategies to match developmental age and abilities of students.
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Administered first aid for basic injuries and CPR for serious medical issues.
Organized and implemented effective teaching strategies for students as young as 4 years old.
Helped prepare students for competitive meets across Florida.
Maintained open communications with parents and guardians to keep everyone informed about schedules, administrative requirements and class updates.
Cleaned and organized pool area, locker rooms and other common spaces each day.
Upheld optimal safety protocols, responded to emergencies and completed related paperwork for notable incidents and accidents.
Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Harvest United Methodist Church
Lakewood Ranch , FL
04.2006 - 08.2014
Recruited and trained all volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
Adhered to all security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
Vetted all volunteers and interested parties for criminal history or issues risking children.
Supervised children from ages 1 month to 5 years.
Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Seasonal Lifeguard, Swim Lesson Instructor
Sarasota County Parks And Recreation
Sarasota, FL
06.1992 - 12.2002
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, including storms and rip currents.
Checked water readings every day to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
Checked pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions.
Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
Enforced all rules and regulations to keep patrons safe.