Elaine Jaquez
Castroville
Summary
Hi! My name is Elaine. I am a past swim instructor with a background in cashiering mainly, specializing in personalized lesson planning and student assessments as well as other things like proficiency in POS systems and software applications, ensuring efficient operations, and overall safety for staff and customers. Committed to maintaining safety protocols while enhancing customer experiences. Strong time management and adaptability skills contribute to everyone's success and community engagement.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Swimming Instructor
British Swim School
Hayward
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and swimming abilities.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all participants.
- Promoted water safety awareness through informative sessions for students and parents.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to enhance teaching strategies and improve student outcomes.
- Conducted equipment maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Facilitated group activities to foster teamwork and camaraderie among students.
- Provided individualized support for students with special needs during lessons.
- Organized community swim events to promote the importance of swimming skills.
- Evaluated and adjusted lesson plans based on student performance and engagement.
- Implemented fun, skill-based games to enhance learning experiences and retention.
- Demonstrated swimming skills to students while providing corrective feedback.
- Instructed swimmers of all ages on proper technique, stroke development and water safety.
- Developed relationships with students, encouraging them to reach their goals.
- Maintained a safe and enjoyable learning environment for students.
- Enforced pool rules, regulations and safety guidelines.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions for advanced swimmers.
- Conducted poolside assessments to evaluate swimmer's abilities and progress.
- Maintained accurate records related to attendance, performance evaluations and other relevant information.
- Monitored participant behavior in order to ensure safety at all times.
- Set up equipment before classes began and put it away afterwards.
- Fostered positive attitudes towards physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child's progress in the program.
- Supervised recreational activities in the pool area during lessons.
- Attended staff meetings regarding changes in policies or procedures relating to swim instruction programs.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to aquatics instruction.
- Kept up-to-date on current trends within the field of competitive swimming instruction.
- Encouraged students to build confidence in and out of water by making swimming fun.
Check stand clerk
Safeway
Salinas
2018 - 04.2019
- Operated cash register and POS system, processing payments efficiently by various methods.
- Greeted customers while addressing inquiries regarding products and services.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area, including countertops, registers, and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits, and change to customers as needed.
- Collaborated with front-end staff to enhance customer service experience.
- Assisted customers in locating products and providing relevant advice.
- Processed payments accurately through cash, checks, credit cards, and gift cards.
Education
GED -
Charis Youth Center
Grass Valley, CA04-2021
Skills
- Lesson planning and student assessment
- Water safety and equipment maintenance
- Individualized coaching and customer service
- Time management and adaptability
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving
- Motivational skills and performance assessment
- Team collaboration and community engagement
- Merchandise restocking and visual merchandising
- Dependability and reliability in operations
- Loss prevention and point of sale proficiency
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Complaint resolution and customer assistance
- Inventory control and liquor law compliance
- Returns processing and purchase assistance
- Clear communication in guest inquiries
- Credit and cash transactions handling
Languages
English
Professional
Japanese
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
korean
Limited
French
Elementary
German
Elementary
Affiliations
Volunteered at the OCSAR animal rescue in Toledo, Oregon (2022-2023)
Timeline
Swimming Instructor
British Swim School
05.2024 - 09.2024
Check stand clerk
Safeway
2018 - 04.2019
GED -
Charis Youth Center