Lincoln Ruttan
Waterloo,ON
Summary
Professional with significant experience in aquatic safety and team leadership. Known for strong abilities in emergency response, training, and maintaining high safety standards. Adept at fostering collaborative environment and adapting to changing needs. Core skills include supervision, conflict resolution, and effective communication. Respected for reliability and dedication to achieving results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor /Pool Lifeguard
Stork Family YMCA
09.2022 - Current
- Taught weekly swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
Lifeguard
Bingemans Big Splash
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Christmas Sales Assistant
Benjamin Tree Farm
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted in training new seasonal staff members, sharing best practices for exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated product knowledge to effectively address customer questions and concerns.
- Greeted, welcomed and offered immediate assistance to store customers.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Babysitter
Self Employed Services
09.2018 - Current
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Education
No Degree - Police Foundations
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, None06-2026
High School Diploma -
Laurel Heights Secondary School
Waterloo, ON06-2024
Skills
- Team management
- Customer service
- Staff training
- Pool maintenance
Certification
- National Lifeguard - Pool, Lifesaving Society, 2026/03
- Emergency First AID Instructor, Lifesaving Society, 2026/03
- Swim Instructor/Lifesaving Instructor, Lifesaving Society, 2026/03
- National Lifeguard - Water Park, Lifesaving Society, 2026/03
Timeline
Lifeguard
Bingemans Big Splash
05.2023 - 09.2024
Swim Instructor /Pool Lifeguard
Stork Family YMCA
09.2022 - Current
Christmas Sales Assistant
Benjamin Tree Farm
11.2021 - 12.2021
Babysitter
Self Employed Services
09.2018 - Current
No Degree - Police Foundations
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
Laurel Heights Secondary School
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