lifeguard resume example with 6+ years of experience
Diligent and responsible assistant pool manager skilled in water safety and management of others. Looking to leverage diverse skills in a challenging new position. Experienced Lifeguard versed in keen observation of swimmers and safety protocols. Offered valuable tips and instruction to swimmers of various ages to build confidence and strength in the water. Strong communicator and team player with superior work ethic. Observant and has demonstrated success in supervising lifeguards, monitoring the facility, and providing skilled emergency support. Familiar with Peakland Swim and Tennis Club and their operations for the past six years.
First Aid and CPR
Swim instruction
Pool operations
Safety training
Effective problem-solver
Lifeguard operations
Group and individual instruction
Public safety
General maintenance
Strong communicator
Program oversight
Responsible
- Continuing education at Randolph-Macon College with a major in Biology and a minor in Psychology.
- Redcross First Aid/CPR Certified
- Lifeguard Certified
- Administering Emergency Oxygen Certified
- Three year collegiate swimmer
- Placed fourth in the 100 butterfly, representing Randolph-Macon College in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference Championships in 2019
- Current record holder in the 200 Medley Relay at Randolph-Macon College.
- Three semesters of Emergency Medical Technician experience and training at Randolph-Macon College
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Garnered valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in positive learning environment.
- Share tips with patrons on swimming techniques and strength training.
- Monitored maintenance of the facility and immediately contacted my supervisor about issues requiring prompt attention.
- Checked water readings every 3-5 hours to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Warned patrons of unsafe or hazardous pool conditions and suggested alternative activities during closures.
- Monitored safety of all guests in and around swimming pool.
- Summers of 2018 to 2020
- Maintained rescue equipment in peak condition by completing basic repairs.
- Monitored maintenance of the pool and pool areas and immediately contacted the head manager or the board of directors regarding issues requiring their attention.
- Cooperated fully with patrons to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
- Consulted with emergency personnel while securing scene.
- Warned patrons of unsafe or hazardous pool conditions and suggested alternative activities during closures.
- Monitored safety of all guests in and around swimming pool.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Checked in and out patrons of the pool at the front desk.
- Helped and prepared for events at the pool by setting up furniture, decorating, and collecting money, paperwork, etc.
- Ran errands for the facility such as picking up supplies for the pool at the local hardware store when it was in need.
- Learned all cleaning protocols and how to follow opening as well as closing procedures of the facility.
- Supervised lifeguards on duty by keeping them on task and recommending ways to better their lifeguarding skills.
- Coached youth aged 4 to 18 for competitive swim team during the summers of 2016-2020 and helped oversee participation in swim meets.
- Challenged young athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Assisted in holding special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Coordinated with parents and helped them to become a big part of their young swimmer's experience.
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Gave private swim lessons for five years to children and adults ages 2 to 35 and continue to do this at the Patrick Henry YMCA.
- Summers of 2015 to 2017
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, including storms.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Consulted with emergency personnel while securing scene.
- Monitored safety of all guests in and around swimming pool.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
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School Attended
- Randolph-Macon College
Job Titles Held:
- Lifeguard
- Assistant Pool Manager
- Assistant Swim Team Coach
- Lifeguard
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science
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