Kade Knight
Summary
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, Ability to assess and adapt situations to support individual needs.
Hardworking, passionate and dependable team member eager to secure an educational support position.
Ready to help teacher to maintain a safe and happy learning environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Oasis Aquatic Centre
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and orderly pool area, ensuring a welcoming environment for patrons.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere among patrons by consistently displaying an approachable demeanour and friendly attitude.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, etc
- Identified potential risks in the pool area, proactively taking action to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Learn to Swim Instructor
Oasis Aquatic Centre
01.2022 - Current
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Adapted teaching strategies for diverse learners, ensuring an inclusive environment for all participants.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Enhanced student swimming skills by developing and implementing customized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Managed class schedules efficiently, ensuring punctual start times and smooth transitions between sessions.
Lifeguard and Learn to Swim Instructor
Snowy Valleys Council Tumut Swimming Pool
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Learn to Swim Instructor
Snowy Valleys School
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Contributed to a fun learning atmosphere by incorporating engaging games and activities into swim lessons regularly.
- Increased student confidence in the water by providing constant encouragement and positive reinforcement during lessons.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Adapted teaching strategies for diverse learners, ensuring an inclusive environment for all participants.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students requiring additional support, improving their overall skill level substantially.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
High School Certificate -
Tumut High School
Tumut, NSW12.2021
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Student Supervision
- Multicultural Awareness
- Strong Work Ethic
- Dependable
- Effective Communication
- CPR and First Aid
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Strong communicator
Accomplishments
Elite athlete
National level swimmer 2017- current multiple events placing in the top 10 in Australia
Riverina Blue - sporting representation award 2021
Southern Sports Academy Individual Athlete Scholarship program 2021
Songs for Sam Scholarship -Tumut
Certification
- Pool lifeguard Licence #7680306
- AUSTSWIM, Teacher of swimming and water safety - #2379242
- WWC #WWC2398402E
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Additional Information
Miss Elise Shirt
Principal
Snowy Valleys School Tumut
Mobile-0458452393
email- elise.shirt1@det.nsw.edu.au
Mrs Narelle Buckingham
Manager
Tumut Swimming Pool
Mobile-0439427333
email-nbuckingham@svc.nsw.gov.au
Timeline
Learn to Swim Instructor
Snowy Valleys School
02.2022 - 02.2022
Lifeguard
Oasis Aquatic Centre
01.2022 - Current
Learn to Swim Instructor
Oasis Aquatic Centre
01.2022 - Current
Lifeguard and Learn to Swim Instructor
Snowy Valleys Council Tumut Swimming Pool
09.2020 - 01.2022
High School Certificate -
Tumut High School
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