Katlyn Hawkins
Melancthon,ON
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in aquatic leadership and healthcare, honed at The Town of Orangeville and Care Partners. Excelled in delivering top-notch educational programs and providing exceptional care, showcasing strong communication and critical thinking skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Xplor Recreation, with a proven track record of fostering teamwork and enhancing patron relations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Instructor/Guard
The Town of Orangeville
Orangeville, ON
06.2021 - Current
- Teach leadership courses to prepare participants for their future in aquatics.
- Prepare leadership packages, and check participant prerequisites prior to course dates.
- Complete administrative duties, including inputting participants into SwimGen, verifying and approving lesson report cards, and preparing lesson worksheets and the master lesson binder.
- Ensure closing duties are completed, and all entryways are locked before leaving each closing shift.
- Help plan and facilitate staff training for returning and new staff.
- Assist with scheduling adjustments due to staff availability, schedule conflicts, and program changes.
- Complete lesson cancellations and transfers when needed due to participant enrollment.
- Help with preparation for new sessions, including lesson scheduling, inputting classes, staff scheduling, and instructor materials.
- Assist the Programmer and Recreation Supervisor in all other areas necessary.
Instructor/Guard
The Town of Orangeville
Orangeville, ON
10.2006 - 11.2021
- Taught children of various ages and abilities, including children with special needs, multiple skills that involve being in and/or around water.
- Documented each student's progress and gave constructive feedback for areas that could be improved.
- Was responsible for enforcing facility rules and regulations, as well as maintaining a clean and healthy facility.
- Reviewed instructors' lessons and progress reports, and provided feedback where necessary.
Shift Nurse
Care Partners
Brampton, ON
12.2015 - 09.2018
- Provided in-home care for my client, including but not limited to personal care, administering medication, and appropriate medical care.
- Completed administrative duties such as creating schedules, documenting events from each shift, and correspondence with family and supervisors.
- Ensured all documentation and paperwork were completed and submitted to the agency in a timely manner.
Seasonal Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor
The Town of Shelburne
Shelburne, ON
07.2010 - 08.2010
- I taught children of various ages and abilities multiple skills that involve being in and/or around water.
- Documented each student's progress and gave constructive feedback for areas that could be improved
- Was responsible for enforcing facility rules and regulations, as well as maintaining a clean and healthy facility.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Sheridan College
Brampton, ON06.2015
High School Diploma -
Orangeville District Secondary School
Orangeville, ON06.2009
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to think critically and problem-solve
- Self-motivated, and eager to learn new skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Xplor Recreation
- Strong patron relations
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Excellent leadership skills
References
References available upon request
Qualifications And Certifications
2024
- Swim Instructor
- Lifesaving Instructor
- LSS Emergency First Aid Instructor
- Bronze Examiner
- LSS Standard First Aid Instructor
- LSS Standard First Aid Examiner
- Examiner Mentor
- Instructor Trainer - Swim
- Instructor Trainer - Lifesaving
- NL Instructor
2023
- National Lifeguard Recert
2022
- Red Cross Standard First Aid Instructor
- Red Cross Standard First Aid - CPR C
- Red Cross Teaching Experience Supervisor
- Red Cross Youth Leader
2014
- Safeguard
2012
- Aquatic Supervisor
2011
- HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development
Timeline
Senior Instructor/Guard
The Town of Orangeville
06.2021 - Current
Shift Nurse
Care Partners
12.2015 - 09.2018
Seasonal Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor
The Town of Shelburne
07.2010 - 08.2010
Instructor/Guard
The Town of Orangeville
10.2006 - 11.2021
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Sheridan College
High School Diploma -
Orangeville District Secondary School
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