Skye Fortier
West Bridgewater,MA
Summary
Attentive Swim Instructor with proven abilities in individual and group instructions. Careful about monitoring students to prevent injuries and other emergency situations. Knowledgeable about related equipment and teaching techniques. Certified in First Aid, CPR and water rescue. Has performed rescues in pools before.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor
Maplewood Country Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- 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.
Lifeguard
Maplewood Country Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
Camp Counselor
Maplewood Country Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Bridgewater Junior/Senior
West Bridgewater, MA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY05.2027
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- Creative Thinking
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Student and Class Monitoring
- Child Development Understanding
- Age-Appropriate Lessons
- Parent Communication
- Rule Enforcement
- Relationship Building
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Licensed Lifeguard
Timeline
Swim Instructor
Maplewood Country Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Lifeguard
Maplewood Country Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Camp Counselor
Maplewood Country Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
West Bridgewater Junior/Senior
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Hofstra University
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