Abigail Nalley
Bryant
Summary
Dynamic Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard at Bryant Aquatic Center, with a proven track record in enhancing swimmer safety and skill through adaptive teaching and leadership. Expert in CPR/AED, with strong communication abilities, significantly reduced drowning incidents. Collaborates effectively to develop innovative teaching strategies, fostering a positive and safe learning environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Safety Instructor
Bryant Aquatic Center
06.2024 - Current
- Instructed students in water safety techniques.
- Demonstrated basic to advanced swim techniques and breathing exercises.
- Reduced incidents of drowning by conducting comprehensive water safety education sessions for various age groups.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop new teaching strategies, resulting in more effective swim lessons.
- Established strong rapport with students and parents alike, fostering a positive learning environment within the pool facility.
- Followed federal and state water safety rules throughout activities.
- Taught emergency response and rescue protocols for water safety.
- Provided ongoing feedback to students regarding their performance improvements throughout the course duration.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by providing thorough instruction on water rescue techniques and first aid procedures.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating exceptional swimming skills and adherence to safety practices at all times.
- Improved student swimming abilities through the development of personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
Lifeguard
Bryant Aquatics Center
06.2023 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around a swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks daily.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergencies in a timely, efficient manner.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Improved visitor satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing helpful information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bryant High School
Bryant, AR05-2025
Skills
- Strong communicator
- Adaptive teaching strategies
- Lifeguard certification
- Leadership qualities
- First aid
- Patience and empathy
- Health promotion strategies
- Stroke development expertise
- Team collaboration
- CPR and AED Certified
- Class management
- Public speaking experience
- Water safety education
Affiliations
- Bryant High School swim team
- Bryant Air Force JROTC
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Water safety instructor - American Red Cross
- Lifeguard - American Red Cross
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Timeline
Water Safety Instructor
Bryant Aquatic Center
06.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Bryant Aquatics Center
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bryant High School
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