Elias Horton
Lompoc
Summary
I have been a Lifeguard since 2017, a Lifeguard Instructor in 2019 - 2023, and a Swim Club Coach since 2021. I have trained people on how to perform the appropriate rescues, how to handle life-threatening situations, how to provide First Aid care/CPR, and how to conduct themselves as professional Lifeguards. As a Lifeguard that quickly became a Head Lifeguard, I learned how to set an example for Lifeguards as well as give constructive feedback with consideration to how they may feel about the feedback. Added on to that, as a coach for a swim club, I learned how to motivate , analyze and give feedback to my swimmers, while also maintaining an atmosphere that balances hard work and fun. . I believe in equal opportunities for everyone.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Swim Coach
Lompoc Tsunami Aquatics
03.2021 - Current
- Creating an up-to-date training program
- Attending Coaching Clinics to further increase my coaching knowledge
- Mentoring and teaching coach skills to swimmers/inexperienced people seeking a possible career in coaching
- Motivating swimmers and providing constructive feedback
- Creating an atmosphere that balances fun and hard work
Head Lifeguard
City of Lompoc
09.2017 - Current
- Supervised daily pool operations, ensuring safety compliance and efficient staff management.
- Conducted regular safety drills to help maintaining readiness for emergency situations among lifeguard staff.
- Monitored pool conditions, enforced regulations and informed supervisor and patrons of drastic changes to pool conditions that could potentially be life-threatening.
- Evaluated lifeguard performance, providing constructive feedback to maintain professionalism and readiness among lifeguard staff
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal patron satisfaction.
- Created and maintained a positive work environment
- Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern
Lifeguard Instructor
City of Lompoc
10.2019 - 08.2023
- Instructed lifeguard training courses, enhancing participant skills in water safety and rescue techniques.
- Created a culture of confident and reliable lifeguards
Education
High School Diploma -
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, California, CA06-2027
Skills
- Motivational
- Professional
- Dedicated
- Problem solver
- Team Player
- Communication
Certification
- Masters Coach Level 1/ Level 2
- Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate of Completion
- ASCA Level 2/ level 3/ Strength and Conditioning
Timeline
Head Swim Coach
Lompoc Tsunami Aquatics
03.2021 - Current
Lifeguard Instructor
City of Lompoc
10.2019 - 08.2023
Head Lifeguard
City of Lompoc
09.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Allan Hancock College