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LIFE GUARD
Summary

Experienced lifeguard highly skilled in observing all swim patrons in pool while upholding safety protocols. Strong team player with excellent communication skills and instruction abilities. Skilled lifeguard with two years of experience at the Clover School District YMCA with lifeguard certification and strong ability to lead instruction sessions. Well versed in lifeguard operations and safety guidelines. Intuitive Missionary with four years of experience fixing houses and leading missions in South Carolina with people as young as 14. Successful at cultivating friendly and helpful volunteer programs to spread Christianity. Adept at enhancing lives of others through perseverance and active listening skills. Abundance of knowledge regarding woodwork, roofing, painting, demolition, and laying flooring. Motivated childcare professional brings unique understanding of childhood needs and care to in-home environment. Handles diverse child and household priorities by applying strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Highly responsible and diligent with strong communication skills.

Experience
YMCA - Life GuardClover, SC06/2019 - Current
  • Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water at all times.
  • Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and water rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
  • Consistently complied with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool 2 times per day.
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Kept watch over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
  • Contacted emergency personnel and provided aid while waiting for further assistance.
  • Communicated issues, including low or high Ph and chlorine levels to supervisor for assistance with remediation.
  • Optimized customer service by resolving issues quickly and with courteous demeanor.
Salkehatchie Summer Service - Mission Trip VolunteerBishopville, SC08/2017 - 04/2020
  • Applied conflict management and communication skills toward de-escalating local conflicts.
  • Evangelized faith to people by providing individual counseling and leading groups in teaching, song and prayer.
  • Fixed homes for people who were unable to fix the house themselves.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Improved operations by working with team members to find workable solutions.
Self Employed - Occasional BabysitterClover, SC02/2017 - 04/2020
  • Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
  • Calculated amount owed for services and collected payment from parents.
  • Discussed new developments, misbehavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
  • Cut snack foods into bite-sized pieces before serving to young children and monitored closely during snack time to prevent choking.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on ages and abilities of class children.
  • Observed and monitored play to identify developmental strengths and target areas for enrichment activities.
  • Helped children complete homework and special assignments daily to support academic performance.
  • Helped older kids complete homework, school projects and chores.
  • Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television or other detrimental influences.
  • Built relationships with children by regularly discussing school, friends and favorite activities.
  • Balanced schedules to provide optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Discussed household rules, children's progress and routines with parents to foster stable and structured environment.
  • Improved group and individual behavior with positive management strategies.
  • Assisted younger children with learning how to accomplish small, age-appropriate jobs.
  • Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and reading books.
  • Kept parents' contact information, emergency services phone number and child's health history on hand in case of emergency situations.
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children under care.
Wise Computer Consultants - CleanerClover, SC01/2017 - 11/2018
  • Organized supplies for efficient use based on expected customer needs.
  • Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
  • Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Sanitized kitchen counters, wiped down cabinets and swept and mopped floors.
  • Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
  • Followed manufacturer instructions for using chemicals and equipment to avoid burns, injuries and workplace accidents.
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times.
  • Disinfected bathrooms and eliminated mold and soap scum from shower stalls and bathtubs.
  • Interacted positively with residents while cleaning common areas.
Skills
  • Former lifeguard
  • Lifeguard procedures
  • Certified Lifeguard
  • Lifeguard training
  • Basic life support certified
  • Lifesaving measures
  • Providing pre-hospital advanced life support
  • Exercise and outdoor activities
  • Age-appropriate routines
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Discipline understanding
  • Giving medicines as appropriate
  • Screen time rules
  • Follows directions
  • Responsible driver
  • Reliability
  • Certified in First Aid and CPR
  • Puzzle and game play
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Reading skills
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Keeping children safe
  • Lesson plan development
  • Early childhood knowledge
  • Sanitation understanding
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Cleaning methods
  • Natural cleaning products
  • Dusting
  • Washing windows
  • Polishing surfaces
  • Restroom detailing
  • Bloodborne pathogen training
  • Chemical cleaning
  • Focused and detail-oriented
  • Interior and exterior cleaning
  • Team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Organization
  • Team management
  • Planning and coordination
  • Prayer groups
  • Social and religious assistance
  • Volunteer programs
  • Project organization
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Supervision
Education and Training
High School DiplomaLake Pointe Academy Clover, SCExpected in 04/2021
  • 4.5 GPA
  • National Honors Society Member
  • National Society of High School Scholars Member
  • Honor Roll Freshman Year Through Senior Year
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • YMCA
  • Salkehatchie Summer Service
  • Self Employed
  • Wise Computer Consultants

School Attended

  • Lake Pointe Academy

Job Titles Held:

  • Life Guard
  • Mission Trip Volunteer
  • Occasional Babysitter
  • Cleaner

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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