RYAN WASSON
Glendale,Arizona
Summary
Dynamic aquatic professional with extensive experience at the City of Phoenix, excelling in safety management and effective communication. Proven track record in enhancing participant engagement and learning outcomes through tailored instruction and innovative programming. Adept at fostering teamwork and delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
City of Phoenix
, Arizona
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored aquatic facilities and enforced safety procedures, ensuring patron safety and minimizing emergency incidents.
- Respond quickly to potentially dangerous situations while maintaining a calm and professional environment.
- Perform facility safety checks and assist with emergency response procedures.
- Balanced safety responsibilities with customer service and daily operations, enhancing patron experience while maintaining a safe environment.
- Communicate effectively with children, adults, coworkers, and supervisors in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed operations at Maryvale Pool
Swim Instructor
City of Phoenix
, Arizona
05.2025 - Current
- Teach swimming and water safety skills to children across multiple ability levels using the Starfish Swimming curriculum.
- Teach foundational skills including floating, kicking, breath control, treading water, directional changes, stroke development, and water safety.
- Managed group lessons while providing individualized instruction to enhance student safety and learning outcomes.
- Adapt lessons for students with different ages, confidence levels, and swimming abilities.
- Developed engaging games and activities to reinforce swimming fundamentals and boost student participation.
- Communicated student progress and safety concerns with parents and guardians to ensure transparent and collaborative support.
- Provided swimming lessons at Maryvale Pool
Aqua Fitness Instructor
City of Phoenix
, Arizona
05.2026 - Current
- Led structured group aquatic fitness classes, enhancing participant engagement through tailored sessions for diverse age and fitness levels.
- Design workouts incorporating cardiovascular conditioning, muscular endurance, core exercises, and mobility.
- Demonstrate exercises clearly and monitor participants for proper technique and safety.
- Modify exercises based on participant ability while maintaining an energetic and supportive class environment.
- Developed rotating class formats, ensuring ongoing participant interest and challenge in workouts.
- Maryvale Pool
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiology, Pre-Medical Track
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona01-2030
Skills
- Water safety instruction
- Emergency response
- Lesson planning
- Customer engagement
- Team collaboration
- Communication techniques
- Analytical thinking
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), ASBON / Arizona State Board of Nursing 2026, Lifeguard Certification, Star Guard Elite | 7/29/27 |, CPR certified
LEADERSHIP & ATHLETICS
- Swim Team Captain
- Apollo High School | Glendale, Arizona |
- Served as a team leader for competitive high school swimmers.
- Encouraged teammates during practices and competitions while helping maintain a positive team environment.
- Demonstrated consistency, discipline, communication, and leadership throughout the season.
- Competed in sprint freestyle and breaststroke events.
- Competitive Swimming, Wrestling, and Volleyball
- Developed discipline, resilience, time management, and teamwork through participation in competitive athletics.
- Balanced demanding athletic schedules with academics, employment, and leadership responsibilities.
HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE
- Certified Nursing Assistant Training
- Moon Valley High School / CNA extended course [Glendale, Arizona] 2025-2026 |
- Completed hands-on coursework and clinical training required for CNA certification.
- Developed foundational skills in patient care, infection prevention, vital signs, mobility assistance, communication, and patient safety.
- Practiced providing respectful and compassionate care while protecting patient dignity and independence.
- Gained early exposure to healthcare environments while preparing for a future career in medicine.
Timeline
Aqua Fitness Instructor
City of Phoenix
05.2026 - Current
Swim Instructor
City of Phoenix
05.2025 - Current
Lifeguard
City of Phoenix
05.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physiology, Pre-Medical Track
University of Arizona