Sydney Saldana
Chico,CA
Summary
Motivated lifeguard with abilities and knowledge in preventing critical incidents around water sports and leisure activities. Trained in basic and advanced safety and emergency response techniques. Strong interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Supervisor
Associated Students California State University
05.2024 - Current
- Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information.
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.
- Directed vendors, facilities staff, and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment.
- Collaborated with other departments to foster efficient use of facility space and resources.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Managed any incidents that may come up in an efficient, professional manner
Head Lifeguard
City of Rio Vista
05.2023 - Current
- Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations.
- Monitored assigned areas for unsafe activity and took corrective actions.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
Wildcat Recreation Center Safety Instructor
Asssociated Students
01.2023 - Current
- Teach American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid classes
- Teach lifeguard classes and lifeguard review classes
- Ensure students are performing to the standard
- Set up classroom with CPR mannequins, materials and equipment to make space conducive to learning.
- Taught complete requirements to help participants pass official CPR certification.
- Implemented hands-on activities to practice CPR techniques and refine students' skills to prepare each for emergency situations.
- Instructed students in chest compression methods to restore partial flow of oxygenated blood to brain and heart.
- Maintained extensive knowledge in first aid, CPR and automated external defibrillators.
- Engaged with class members to help develop knowledge and abilities in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Taught students about advanced methods of chest compressions and artificial respiration.
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
Lifeguard
Associated Students California State University
05.2022 - Current
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
- Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
- Administered first aid and CPR in response to life-threatening situations.
- Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
- Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.
Nanny
Private Employers
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Observed children during snack time to prevent choking.
- Posted parents' contact information and first responder phone numbers in case of emergency situations.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
Lifeguard/Front Office Manager
Delta Simonsen Swim Center
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
- Monitored office inventory to maintain supply levels.
- Reviewed safety, health and sanitation processes throughout areas and enforced rules to promote security and safety.
- Conducted transactions, confirming patient information and processing according to standard protocol.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Data Entry Clerk
City of Rio Vista
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Scanned and stored files and records electronically to reduce paper files and secure data.
- Collected and organized information for entry, prioritizing entries to increase efficiency.
- Input client information into spreadsheets and company database to provide leaders with quick access to essential client data.
- Maintained database by entering new and updated customer and account information.
- Transferred data from hard copies to digital databases, organizing information in new formats.
- Identified and corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication across systems.
- Remained focused for lengthy periods to accurately perform work with adequate speed.
- Reviewed and updated account information in company computer system.
- Stored hard copies of data in organized files to optimize retrieval.
Youth Center Director
City of Rio Vista
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Demonstrated appropriate behavior, listened carefully to others and showed respect for people to promote positive influence for youngsters.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring, supervising and engaging youth in daily routines and programming.
- Engaged with youth in recreational, treatment-focused and educational activities to encourage growth and interpersonal skill development.
- Supervised youth group members to maintain organized and safe environment.
- Monitored and cared for youth in carefully controlled environment to promote safety.
- Communicated with challenged and troubled children in effort to exact positive impact and influence.
- Documented actions and incidents associated with youth program participants.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and safety.
- Organized, led and promoted interest in recreational activities.
- Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained facility rules and encouraged participation.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
CSU Chico
05.2024
High School Diploma -
California State University - Chico
Rio Vista, CA06.2020
Skills
- Pool Policies Enforcement
- Lifeguard Procedures
- CPR Certified
- First Aid and CPR
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Decision Making
- Facility Inspection
- Rules Enforcement
- Accident and Injury Prevention
- Safety Procedures
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Program Management
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Opening and Closing Procedures
- Records Maintenance
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Originality and Creativity
- Records Organization and Management
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Facility Management
- Incident Reporting
Certification
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED/First Aid for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
- Title 22
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
- Lifeguarding Instructor
Timeline
Student Supervisor
Associated Students California State University
05.2024 - Current
Head Lifeguard
City of Rio Vista
05.2023 - Current
Wildcat Recreation Center Safety Instructor
Asssociated Students
01.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Associated Students California State University
05.2022 - Current
Nanny
Private Employers
04.2021 - 08.2022
Lifeguard/Front Office Manager
Delta Simonsen Swim Center
07.2019 - 07.2020
Youth Center Director
City of Rio Vista
07.2019 - 03.2020
Data Entry Clerk
City of Rio Vista
06.2019 - 07.2020
Master of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California State University - Chico
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
CSU Chico
High School Diploma -
California State University - Chico
Similar Profiles
Tina NguyenTina Nguyen
Student Dining Supervisor at Associated Students, California State University, ChicoStudent Dining Supervisor at Associated Students, California State University, Chico
Lacei HansenLacei Hansen
ASSOCIATED STUDENT ASSISTANT at Associated Students of California State UniversityASSOCIATED STUDENT ASSISTANT at Associated Students of California State University
YEHEUN KIMYEHEUN KIM
Federal Government Relations Deputy Director at Associated Students of the University of CaliforniaFederal Government Relations Deputy Director at Associated Students of the University of California
Michael TaylorMichael Taylor
Player Development Manager at Rolling Hills CasinoPlayer Development Manager at Rolling Hills Casino
JOSHUA ANTHONYJOSHUA ANTHONY
Property Manager at Tatreau ConstructionProperty Manager at Tatreau Construction