VICTORIA HICKMAN
Lauderhill,Fl
Summary
Apply for admission to the graduate program at Florida Atlantic University. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to advance my education and enhance my professional skills through this prestigious program.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
City of Lauderhill
Lauderhill, Fl
06.2025 - Current
- Instruct four swim classes daily for infants through seniors. Classes are taught all year.
- Create individual lesson plans for each swim level.
- Supervised daily pool operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior lifeguards, enhancing team performance and readiness.
- Conducted regular safety drills, improving emergency response efficiency among staff.
- Evaluated and updated safety procedures, ensuring compliance with local health standards.
- Organized community outreach events promoting water safety education and awareness initiatives.
- Advanced personal professional development participated in advanced lifesaving courses, such American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification course.
- Supervised lifeguard team, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Conducted regular safety drills and training sessions to enhance team preparedness and performance.
- Developed weekly shift schedules, optimizing staff coverage while accommodating individual availability.
- Assisted in organizing community events promoting water safety awareness and swim instruction programs.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.
- Responded to life-threatening emergencies and provided first aid and CPR.
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Nova Southeastern University
04.2015 - 01.2017
- Instruct multiple group lessons daily.
- Create group lesson plans for each swim level.
- Supervised large swim events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL08-2026
Associates of Arts Degree -
Broward College
05-2019
Skills
- Team management
- Staff supervision
- Emergency response
- Engaging in communication with both youth and adults
- Risk management
- Lifeguard training
- Group and individual instruction
- Physical fitness
- Conflict resolution
- Incident reporting
- Customer service
Certification
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers & First Aid
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
- National Recreation and Park Association Aquatic Facility Operator
- National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
- National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Nutrition Coach
Timeline
Head Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
City of Lauderhill
06.2025 - Current
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Nova Southeastern University
04.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Florida Atlantic University
Associates of Arts Degree -
Broward College
ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AFFILIATIONS, AND ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Initiated team building exercises for school age youth – South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America.
- Taught Swimming and Canoeing Merit Badges for the Boy Scouts.
- Implemented exercise program for school age youth – South Florida Council, Learning for Life.