Lizaveta Kryvasheyeva
Melbourne
Summary
Dynamic Swimming Teacher with expertise in stroke technique mastery and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Enhanced student retention through engaging, age-appropriate methods and effective feedback. CPR certified, I prioritize individual attention and safety, ensuring all students thrive in their aquatic journey. A former professional swimmer, and now I actively participate in Open Water competitions myself.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Swimming Teacher
Splash Swimming School
01.2015 - 09.2024
- Managed equipment inventory, ensuring availability of necessary tools for effective instruction while minimizing costs associated with replacements or repairs.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide aquatic programs, ensuring comprehensive coverage of swimming skills.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students and setting clear expectations for behavior in the pool area.
- Assisted fellow instructors in refining teaching methods, leading to improved overall team performance.
- Increased student retention with engaging, age-appropriate teaching methods and activities.
- Created an inclusive atmosphere for students from diverse backgrounds through culturally sensitive teaching practices and understanding of individual needs.
- Established trust with parents by being accessible, transparent about progress, and providing ongoing support outside of scheduled lessons.
- Prepared students for competitive swimming events by focusing on stroke refinement and endurance building exercises.
- Streamlined the assessment process by creating consistent evaluation criteria for all levels of swim instruction.
- Expanded knowledge of current aquatic teaching methodologies through regular professional development opportunities.
- Organized fun and educational events to promote water safety awareness within the community.
- Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship among swimmers through group activities and relay races during lessons.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
Education
Swim Australia Teacher
Swim Coaches& Teachers Australia
Melbourne, VIC04-2025
Skills
- Punctuality
- Positive reinforcement
- CPR certified
- Expert swimmer
- Error correction
- Multilingualism
- Feedback provision
- Stroke technique mastery
- Age-appropriate teaching
- Individual attention
- Skill demonstration
- Swimming assessment
- Group management
Timeline
Swimming Teacher
Splash Swimming School
01.2015 - 09.2024
Swim Australia Teacher
Swim Coaches& Teachers Australia
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