Claire Maeschen
North Sioux City
Summary
A responsible lifeguard, swim instructor, and coach with experience in customer service. A leader in the workplace who is always willing to learn and take on more complex roles, passionate about building relationships with customers, and effective in communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swimming Lessons Instructor
Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA
02.2023 - Current
- Worked way up from being a basic swim instructor to being the Head of Swim Lessons.
- Managed and scheduled swim lesson instructors while keeping a good rapport.
- Created marketing material for swim lesson programs.
- Created new and specialized swim lesson plans while staying within curriculum requirements.
- Coordinated private swim lessons for YMCA members and guests of all ages and backgrounds.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents or guardians, encouraging open dialogue regarding student progress and areas for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, and achievement for easy monitoring and reporting purposes.
Swim Coach
Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA
10.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Developed strong relationships with swimmers and their families, creating open communication channels for feedback and goal setting.
- Provided individualized attention during practice sessions to ensure progress towards personal goals for each swimmer.
- Coached youth aged 5 to 17 for competitive swim team and oversaw participation in 4 events annually.
- Communicated efficiently with directors and swim coaches from other YMCA locations to coordinate events.
- Created marketing material for the team.
Lifeguard
Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA
04.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Assisted Aquatics Specialist in training of other Lifeguards and setting up of special events.
Courtesy Clerk
Fareway
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in an inviting shopping environment for customers.
- Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
- Helped maintain a positive store image by keeping entranceways clean, clear, and welcoming for customers.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Dakota Valley High School
North Sioux City, SD05.2022
Skills
- Strong communicator
- Effective problem-solver
- Leadership Qualities
- Team Collaboration
- Skills assessments
- Community Outreach Initiatives
- Customer Service
- CPR and AED Training
- First Aid
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified - June 2023 to June 2025
- Lifeguard Training - June 2023 to June 2025
- AED Training - June 2023 to June 2025
- Certified Pool Operator - May 2023 to May 2025
- Certified YMCA Swim Coach - October 2023 to March 2024
Timeline
Swimming Lessons Instructor
Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA
02.2023 - Current
Swim Coach
Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA
10.2022 - Current
Lifeguard
Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA
04.2021 - Current
Courtesy Clerk
Fareway
04.2020 - 07.2020
No Degree - General Studies
Western Iowa Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Dakota Valley High School
- First Aid/CPR Certified - June 2023 to June 2025
- Lifeguard Training - June 2023 to June 2025
- AED Training - June 2023 to June 2025
- Certified Pool Operator - May 2023 to May 2025
- Certified YMCA Swim Coach - October 2023 to March 2024
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