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Emma Russell

Golden

Summary

Experienced with academic research, group projects, and time management. Utilizes research skills to gather and analyze data effectively, contributing to informed decision-making. Knowledge of collaboration techniques ensures successful teamwork and project completion. Professional lifeguard skilled in water safety, emergency response, and pool management. Strong focus on team collaboration ensures seamless operations and effective communication.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Lifeguard

Town of Golden
05.2021 - 09.2025
  • Five seasons of experience as lead lifeguard at Golden Municipal Swimming Pool.
  • Trained and mentored junior lifeguards on emergency response procedures and customer service skills.
  • Developed schedules for lifeguard shifts, optimizing coverage during peak hours while adhering to labor regulations.
  • Created and followed safety protocol regarding recreation users and workplace hazardous material.
  • Managed pool mechanical room operations, including various pool mechanical tests and procedures.
  • Conducted regular safety drills and assessments to maintain readiness for potential emergencies.

Sterilization Assistant

Golden Dental Clinic
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Responsible for ensuring all tools are sterilized according to protocol and set out for the next day's business.
  • Attended to any odd sterilization/cleaning procedures that were needed for daily operations.

Academic Tutor

Private Client
09.2018 - 04.2020
  • Developed personalized learning plans to align with student goals and academic standards.
  • Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions, enhancing students' comprehension in various subjects.
  • Implemented effective assessment tools to evaluate student progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss student development and address concerns proactively.

Recreation Leader

Town of Golden
09.2019 - 04.2020
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
  • Ensured safety of all clients and the facility.

Lifeguard

Town of Golden
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Managed and directed other lifeguards to optimize shift productivity.
  • Underwent lead guard training, including complex backroom operations.
  • Managed front desk operations, including customer service and money operations.
  • Booked, organized, and taught swim lessons.

Junior Coach

Golden Dolphins Summer Swim Club
05.2016 - 08.2018
  • Develop daily lesson plans, supervise, and work in the pool with young athletes.
  • Set and put in lane ropes & blocks, assist at swim meets.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of British Columbia
Kelowna, BC
06-2025

Associate of Science degree - Rural Pre-Health, Rural Pre-Medicine

Selkirk College
Castlegar, BC
04.2023

High School Diploma - undefined

Golden Secondary
Golden, BC
06.2020

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • CPR
  • First aid

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Certification

  • WHIMS 2015 (Canadian Red Cross) – March 2025
  • National Lifeguard recertification (Lifesaving Society) – May 2025
  • Lifesaving Instructor/examiner – August 2025
  • Standard first aid CPR-C/ AED level C (Canadian Red Cross) - May 2025
  • Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor – July 2022
  • Mental Health First aid certification, Mental Health Commission of Canada - Jan 2022
  • Double Dogwood, French Diploma (written and spoken)- June 2020
  • Psychological First Aid Self-Care (Canadian Red Cross)- November 2020
  • WSI- Water Safety Instructor (Canadian Red Cross) - August 2018
  • Bronze Cross – May 2016
  • Bronze Medallion – May 2016

Timeline

Lead Lifeguard

Town of Golden
05.2021 - 09.2025

Recreation Leader

Town of Golden
09.2019 - 04.2020

Lifeguard

Town of Golden
05.2019 - 09.2019

Academic Tutor

Private Client
09.2018 - 04.2020

Sterilization Assistant

Golden Dental Clinic
05.2018 - 05.2020

Junior Coach

Golden Dolphins Summer Swim Club
05.2016 - 08.2018

High School Diploma - undefined

Golden Secondary

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of British Columbia

Associate of Science degree - Rural Pre-Health, Rural Pre-Medicine

Selkirk College
Emma Russell