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Adam Gallagher

11 Ayre Point Road,Toronto ON,

Summary

A candidate with prior experience as an aquatic supervisor and swimming instructor who demonstrates strong swimming proficiency and advanced lifeguard skills. Safely creates, organizes and implements recreational swim programs. Oversees aquatic areas, facilitates activities and supervises on-duty lifeguards to optimize safety measures. Holds valid National Lifeguard, Standard First Aid and CPR C certifications. Recertification of Swim, Lifesaving, and First Aid Instructor as well as certification of Airway Management are currently in progress.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Coordinator

Europtimum Displays
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Verified accuracy of shipping and receiving documents and maintained records.
  • Communicated and integrated with other departments to share information and coordinate successfully.
  • Performed data entry to maintain accurate records of inventory levels and shipping and receiving logs for management reports.

Camp Supervisor (Aquatics)

Variety Village
05.2020 - 09.2022
  • Handled administrative and business management needs for busy swim camp with as many as 250 children in attendance each summer season.
  • Managed and organized paperwork and contact information for participants.
  • Scheduled staff based on personal strengths and coverage requirements.
  • Recruited, trained and managed team of swim instructors.
  • Designed integrated camp programming to include participants with and without disabilities

Head Camp Instructor (Swim Camp)

Variety Village
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
  • Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
  • Oversaw swimming lessons and activities taught by other instructors to ensure safety and quality.

Swim Camp Instructor

Variety Village
05.2017 - 09.2018
  • Supervised, guided and assisted students during swimming lessons, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Head Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

Variety Village
08.2015 - 09.2019
  • Documented and reported safety-related concerns or incidents.
  • Completed frequent inspections, identified concerns and corrected problems.
  • Performed pool tests, recorded results and adjusted chemical levels to reach appropriate measurements.
  • Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
  • Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
  • Taught group as well as private swim instruction to students with and without disabilities, varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Carleton University
Ottawa, ON
01.2025

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Schedule Management

Certification

Standard First Aid with CPR-C

National Lifeguard

Class G Drivers License

Lift Truck Operator

Timeline

Warehouse Coordinator

Europtimum Displays
06.2022 - 07.2023

Camp Supervisor (Aquatics)

Variety Village
05.2020 - 09.2022

Head Camp Instructor (Swim Camp)

Variety Village
05.2019 - 09.2019

Swim Camp Instructor

Variety Village
05.2017 - 09.2018

Head Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

Variety Village
08.2015 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Carleton University

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