Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Surfing, Volunteer Work, Outdoor Activities
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Rylee Owens

Encinitas

Summary

Highly motivated and skilled professional with a Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Sciences Texas A&M University. Experienced in various states, diverse environments, and international travel, thrives in hands-on roles involving collaboration with a wide range of individuals. Continuously expanding expertise, eager to apply diverse skill set to make a positive impact in a new position. Academic background and unique work experience uniquely position to bring vitality and a sense of community to any organization.


Hopes to further develop work experience and passions while utilizing skills in a new working environment. Believes outgoing personality, responsibility, and hard work can exceed expectations. Huge passion for helping people and love for dynamic work environments, aspires to grow more in experiences as an EMT and potentially further medical education in the future.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

North County Coastal Substitute Consortium
11.2024 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Swim Instructor

Alli Jo Swim School
05.2020 - 08.2024
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Maintained CPR, First Aid certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
  • Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
  • Taught beginner lessons to advanced stroke technique.

Seasonal Outdoor Education Guide/ Naturalist

Naturalists At Large
08.2014 - Current
  • Lead seasonal outdoor education experiences for private schools across the state of California.
  • Maintained safety standards during excursions, resulting in zero accidents or incidents.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Managed unexpected challenges with flexibility and creative problem-solving, maintaining seamless experiences for guests.
  • Trained new guides on company policies, procedures, and best practices, leading to consistently high-quality trips across the team.

Administrative Director & Expo Coordinator

Make A Difference Events/ HEB Alamo Run Fest
03.2017 - 04.2017


  • Managed daily office operations, negotiated contracts, managed vendor relations and acted as primary liaison with outside organizations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates by streamlining communication channels between departments and clients.

Barista

Revolution Roasters
12.2017 - 03.2020


  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Park And Tourism Sciences

Texas A&M
College Station, TX
12.2012

Transferred -

Blinn Junior College
Bryan, TX
05.2010

Senior -

Wimberley High School
Wimberley, TX
05.2008

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • People Interaction
  • Organizational leadership
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Patience and empathy
  • Outdoor survival skills
  • Team player
  • Public speaking skills

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Wilderness First Responder - Back Country Medical Guides
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
  • AHA BLS / CPR Instructor - Express Training Solutions

Surfing, Volunteer Work, Outdoor Activities

I volunteer once a month at the largest refugee camp in North America in Tijuana, Mexico teaching basic CPR and First Aid skills. I also volunteer as a mentor through Christian Surfers United States as a mentor to college age girls in North County. I enjoy spending my days surfing or doing anything I can being active outside! I love traveling to other countries and experiencing other cultures around the world. 

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

North County Coastal Substitute Consortium
11.2024 - Current

Swim Instructor

Alli Jo Swim School
05.2020 - 08.2024

Barista

Revolution Roasters
12.2017 - 03.2020

Administrative Director & Expo Coordinator

Make A Difference Events/ HEB Alamo Run Fest
03.2017 - 04.2017

Seasonal Outdoor Education Guide/ Naturalist

Naturalists At Large
08.2014 - Current

Transferred -

Blinn Junior College

Senior -

Wimberley High School

Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Park And Tourism Sciences

Texas A&M
Rylee Owens