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Russell Kirkwood

Perth,WA

Summary

Energetic Supervisor successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to team success. 6 years experience in a Supervising role as well as previous experience as a swimming instructor and Coach.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swimming Supervisor

Swimming and Water Safety WA
PADBURY, WA
05.2010 - Current

* Supervisor of School swimming program for Education department WA.

* Delegate lessons to staff members.

* Daily record keeping online and manually.

* Daily and Fortnightly paysheets.

* Fortnightly online reports.

* Implement of SaWS swimming program and oversee staff members.

* Coordinated employee schedules and availability.

* Provided ongoing training to address staff needs through daily prestart meetings.

* Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and pool management.

* Identifying the needs School groups and staff as well as parents.

* Managing School groups of over 400 School children daily.

* Mentoring staff.

* Swimming instruction all levels.

* Supervise beach Swimming programs.

Swimming Instructor

Craigie Leisure Centre
Craigie, WA
05.2010 - Current

* Instructed swimmers of all ages on proper technique, stroke development and water safety.

* Demonstrated swimming skills to students while providing corrective feedback.

* Conducted poolside assessments to evaluate swimmer's abilities and progress.

* Maintained a safe and enjoyable learning environment for students.

* Communicated effectively with parents about their child's progress in the program.

* Developed relationships with students, encouraging them to reach their goals.

* Monitored participant behavior in order to ensure safety at all times.

* Enforced pool rules, regulations and safety guidelines.

* Maintained accurate records related to attendance, performance evaluations and other relevant information.

* Set up equipment before classes began and put it away afterwards.

* Participated in continuing education courses related to aquatics instruction.

* Coordinated and taught swimming lessons to children aged 3 to 18 years.

* Instructed participants in proper stroke techniques to encourage self-reliant swimming.

* Supervised class participants and enforced safety rules and regulations to prevent injury.

* Monitored activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers.

* Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

New Plymouth Boys' High School
New Plymouth New Zealand

Skills

  • People Management
  • Team Mentorship
  • File System Administration
  • Documentation Management
  • Paysheet management
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Evaluating Employees
  • Employee Development
  • Staff Training And Mentoring
  • Experience In Conflict Resolution
  • Skills Workshops
  • Giving Constructive Feedback
  • Staff Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Problem-Solving
  • Staff Development
  • Supervisory Role Experience
  • Workplace Safety
  • Attention To Detail
  • Leadership
  • Safety
  • Employee Supervision

Certification

  • Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
  • Competitive Strokes Certification
  • Development Swimming Coach Accreditation, Swimming Australia
  • Drugs in Sport Certified
  • Safe Sport Certified
  • Surf Rescue Certificate
  • Senior First Aid
  • CPR
  • Working With Children Check
  • New Zealand Trade Certificate, Fitting Turning and Machining
  • High Risk work licenses, Forklift, Elevated Work Platform

Timeline

Swimming Supervisor

Swimming and Water Safety WA
05.2010 - Current

Swimming Instructor

Craigie Leisure Centre
05.2010 - Current

Some College (No Degree) -

New Plymouth Boys' High School
Russell Kirkwood