Work Experience

Private Swim Instructor

Self-employed

(2018–present)

Independently built and manage a private swim instruction practice serving 10+ learners at a time, scaling capacity seasonally based on demand.

Design individualized lesson plans that adapt to each learner's readiness, learning pace, and physical development for both independent and parent-assisted lesson formats.

Grew clientele entirely through word-of-mouth, reflecting consistent learner outcomes and strong family satisfaction.

Oversee all logistics independently, including scheduling, client onboarding, and ongoing performance monitoring.

As a Private Swim Instructor, I:

Private Childcare Provider

Private Family, Scottsdale, Arizona

(2022–2025)

Served as a primary caregiver for a child from 11 months through preschool readiness, providing 10 hours/day, 4 days/week of structured, developmentally informed care.

Designed daily routines and enrichment activities targeting language acquisition, early literacy, motor development, and social-emotional growth.

Tracked developmental milestones and maintained consistent caregiver communication to ensure continuity and alignment.

Coordinated community classes and experiential outings to support learning beyond the home environment.

Successfully guided the child through key transitions, including potty training and kindergarten/preschool preparation.

As a Private Childcare Provider, I:

Trainer, Instructor, and Supervisor

Hubbard Family Swim School, Phoenix Arizona

(2018–2022)

Progressed through four distinct roles: group class instructor, swim team coach, parent-assisted instructor, and lifeguard certification trainer — demonstrating continuous growth in instructional complexity and leadership responsibility.

Delivered training for 30+ new staff annually, improving consistency and instructor readiness.

Specialized in dual-audience instruction: simultaneously guiding caregivers and engaging with young learners in parent-assisted classes.

Conducted staff observations and provided structured feedback to improve learner outcomes.

Recognized with the company-wide "Outstanding Swim Instructor" Award (2020), selected based on learner engagement, parent satisfaction, peer and manager recognition, and instructional quality.

As a Trainer, Instructor, and Supervisor, I:

Education

I am completing my M.Ed. in Educational Technology at Western Governors University. I am expected to graduate in May 2026.

I earned a BA in Educational Studies (Instructional Design) with a minor in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University in December 2023.

Skills

Technical and Design Skills

Learning Experience Design (LXD)

ADDIE, SAM, UDL implementation

Adult learning theory application

Needs analysis and learner analysis

e-learning development (Articulate Rise 360)

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Video editing (Vyond, Clipchamp)

Canva slideshow and infographic creation

AI assisted workflow

Articulate Rise and Canvas LMS

Design Mindset

Learner-centered thinking

Strategic problem-solving

Clear communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail-oriented execution

Iterative improvement

Adaptability