Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Viive Godtfredsen

Santa Clara,CA

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swim Instructor

Self-employed
06.2023 - Current
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
  • Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
  • Addressed behavioral issues promptly using a fair and consistent approach, fostering a respectful learning environment for all participants.
  • Managed independent income and coordinated with parents of the swimmers.

Lifeguard

Ipswich Country Club
06.2023 - 09.2024
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
  • Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.
  • Managed first aid supplies inventory, replenishing as needed to ensure availability during emergencies.
  • Taught frequent swim team practices.
  • Coached swim team at home and away meets.

Volleyball Coach

Newburyport Youth Services
06.2021 - 09.2022
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
  • Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
  • Established a supportive environment that encouraged growth, accountability, sportsmanship among players.
  • Enhanced athletes'' skills through targeted drills, strength training, and individualized coaching.
  • Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.

Restaurant Hostess

The Paddle Inn
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies And Sustainability

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
06-2027

High School Diploma -

Newburyport High School
Newburyport, MA
06-2023

No Degree - Marine Ecology And Research

The Island School
Eleuthera, Bahamas
12-2021

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Patience and empathy
  • Child supervision
  • Creative thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Swimming and water safety
  • Flexible schedule

Accomplishments

  • Completed 4-mile open ocean swim
  • Presented extensive research project to professionals and PhD students

Certification

  • Open Water Diver Certification – Professional Association of Diving Instructors.
  • First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI) - American Red Cross.

Languages

German
Limited Working

Timeline

Swim Instructor

Self-employed
06.2023 - Current

Lifeguard

Ipswich Country Club
06.2023 - 09.2024

Volleyball Coach

Newburyport Youth Services
06.2021 - 09.2022

Restaurant Hostess

The Paddle Inn
06.2020 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies And Sustainability

Santa Clara University

High School Diploma -

Newburyport High School

No Degree - Marine Ecology And Research

The Island School
Viive Godtfredsen