Wendy Flanagan
Westerly
Summary
Hard-working and dedicated to a team, with a history of experience in roles ranging from Substitute Teacher to Senior Ocean Lifeguard. Recognized for outstanding leadership and communication skills, evidenced by a Certificate of Valor. Consistently delivering superior customer service and fostering positive environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Westerly Public Schools
04.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
The University of Rhode Island
01.2024 - Current
- Currently for FLM 101
- For URI courses: FLM 101, HDF 150, EDC 588
- Attending class & assisting, work evaluations, communication with students, taking attendance, keeping track of student statistics and involvement (weekly work), sending reminder emails, etc.
- Preparing course lessons, making assignments and discussion prompt ideas, grading a variety of work weekly, adding relevant course content ideas.
- Running an in-person section of surfing with disabilities
Senior Ocean Lifeguard
Weekapaug Fire District
06.2021 - Current
- Leadership role.
- Run beaches, give breaks, and check in with staff.
- Medical emergency experience in different situations.
- Simulated rescue and medical scenarios regularly with team members to maintain proficiency.
- Responded promptly to emergencies on beach and in water, administered first aid and CPR and coordinated hospital transportation.
- Verified first aid supplies each day to effectively handle any emergency.
- Patrols area and communicates with beach-goers.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
02.2019 - Current
- CPR and first aid certified to assist children.
- Care for and entertain young children, ensuring their safety.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean, organized, environment to ensure the well-being of children.
Ice Rink Employee
The Washington Trust Community Skating Center
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Monitor ice, giving out skates, and cashing individuals out.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Using rinks technology system and phones.
Cashier
Dunns Corners Market, INC.
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocking shelves and organizing throughout the day.
- Cleaning areas in store.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education & APE
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05-2026
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI12-2023
High School Diploma -
Westerly High School
Westerly, RI06-2023
Skills
- Ocean certified: in Red Cross training, lifeguarding with CPR/AED for professional rescuer's and first aid Experience - Summer 2024
- Water Safety
- Communication
- Leadership
- Customer Service
- Public Safety
- Surfing since age 7
- Certificate Of Valor - Issued by The Weekapaug Regional Lifeguards, swimmer reported missing on the evening of July 27th 2023
- Medal of Valor - Issued by The Weekapaug Regional Lifeguards, navigating strong surf when a summer was reported missing on the evening of July 27th 2023
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Westerly Public Schools
04.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
The University of Rhode Island
01.2024 - Current
Ice Rink Employee
The Washington Trust Community Skating Center
11.2021 - 01.2024
Senior Ocean Lifeguard
Weekapaug Fire District
06.2021 - Current
Cashier
Dunns Corners Market, INC.
06.2020 - 08.2020
Babysitter
Self-employeed
02.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education & APE
University of Rhode Island
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Westerly High School
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