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Kaitlyn Fabian

Milton,Canada

Summary

Energetic and compassionate individual with excellent leadership skills and an ability to connect with people. Experienced and dedicated lifeguard and swim instructor with demonstrated success in monitoring pool areas, teaching and skilled emergency support. Vigilant and professional, with a deep understanding of these essential jobs' importance and sensitive nature. A proven track record of reliability, keeping swim areas safe, enforcing facility rules and protocols as well as excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

City of Waterloo
09.2023 - Current
  • Instructed diverse age groups across all levels in swim techniques, enhancing safety and confidence in water activities.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual skill levels, promoting effective learning experiences.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Certified Aquafit instructor: Lead Gentle Joints, Deep Aquafit and Water Walking classes

Lifeguard

Town of Milton
09.2021 - Current
  • Served as a dedicated lifeguard at three town pool facilities
  • Supervised public and private swim groups enforcing swim facility policies to ensure patron and staff safety
  • Conducted daily checks of swim area and equipment to ensure swimmer safety
  • Attended all staff meetings and training and worked well with coworkers

Swim Instructor

Town of Milton
09.2021 - Current
  • Created course curriculum and led swim instruction classes for children and adults
  • Was assigned specialized one on one classes including kids with special needs, non-verbal, only spoke French all from ages 5-12
  • Effectively taught water familiarity and safety, swim strokes, and diving techniques
  • Organized and maintained swimmer records including report cards and reports

Covid Scanner

Town of Milton
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • During the Covid-19 pandemic, patrons needed to show me proof of being vaccinated to be able to enter all of the public town buildings along with ID
  • Dealt with customer service questions and concerns
  • Kept the facility healthy by making sure no one had symptoms of Covid-19 and were up to date on their vaccines

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, minoring in French

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
05-2027

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Craig Kielburger Secondary School
Milton, ON
01.2023

Skills

  • Group and individual swim instruction
  • Recreation and town policy
  • Lifeguard operations
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Bilingual - English/French
  • Listen attentively, communicate persuasively and follow through diligently
  • Ability to make decisions quickly and easily
  • Excellent swimming ability
  • Leadership skills
  • Ability to acknowledge difficult situations and respond accordingly

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional

Certification

  • National Lifeguard Service - Lifesaving Society (2021)
  • Swim Instructor - Lifesaving Society (2021)
  • Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED, St. John Ambulance (2021)
  • Bronze Cross - Lifesaving Society (2019)
  • Leader in Training 1 - Town of Milton (2019)
  • BRAVO Program - Halton Regional Police Service (2017)
  • Babysitting Training Certificate - Canada Safety Council (2016)

Timeline

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

City of Waterloo
09.2023 - Current

Covid Scanner

Town of Milton
11.2021 - 03.2022

Lifeguard

Town of Milton
09.2021 - Current

Swim Instructor

Town of Milton
09.2021 - Current

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Craig Kielburger Secondary School

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, minoring in French

Wilfrid Laurier University
Kaitlyn Fabian