Jessie M. Thomas
8 Paddock Drive, Warwick
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level teaching position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cash Office Assistant / Merchandiser Coordinator
Lindo's Group of Companies
12.2018 - Current
- Balanced safe, prepared tills, and prepared register bags for next sales date.
- Sorted and counted coin and currency to make change for associates.
- Investigated discrepancies of cash register and POS System totals to resolve errors.
- Managed and maintained invoices.
- Provided clerks with information to print on price tags such as price, mark-ups or mark-downs or product number.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
Swim Coach
Sharks Swim Club
09.2022 - Current
- Coached swimmers for competitive swim team and chaperoned and supported swimmers in local swim meets.
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed swimmers carefully to correct technique and form.
- Challenged swimmers by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
Private Swim Instructor
06.2020 - Current
- Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.
- Taught swim techniques to students varying in ages and skill levels; age ranges from 18 months to 12 years of age.
- Communicated with parents to assess swimmer's progress and determine future swim goals.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Motivated swimmers through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
Nursery School Teacher's Assistant
Bloomfield Nursery School
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment and sanitized toys each day to comply with cleanliness and COVID 19 standards.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Swim Camp Instructor
Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association - Pure Joy Swim Camp
07.2015 - 08.2019
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Communicated with parents, staff and other swim instructors regarding children or program issues.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities including both water and land based game activities.
- Taught floating, sculling, treading water and kicking techniques.
Volunteer
Saltus Grammar School
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Supported Physical Education (PE) teacher with delivering PE curriculum to students
- Participated in multiple sporting activities ranging from cross country, swimming, basketball and rugby
- Supported varying age levels from upper primary to high school
- Encouraged and guided students in completing PE requirements
Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher's Assistant
St. Paul's Church
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Tested children's bible knowledge by asking questions and playing fun games.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
Volunteer, Swim Instructor
Purvis Primary School
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Taught swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned lessons covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Taught floating, sculling, treading water and kicking techniques.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) -
University of Sunderland
Distance Learning06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Solent Southampton University
Southampton, UK07.2022
Foundation Year -
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, UK07.2018
High School Diploma -
Saltus Grammar School
Hamilton, Bermuda06.2017
Skills
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Individualized Coaching
- Teacher Assistance
- Swimming Technique Instruction
- Interactive Learning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Management
- Administrative Support
- Strong Team Contribution
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Outstanding Teen Award 2017 - Most Improved category
Certification
SCARS certified - September 2022
Timeline
Swim Coach
Sharks Swim Club
09.2022 - Current
Private Swim Instructor
06.2020 - Current
Nursery School Teacher's Assistant
Bloomfield Nursery School
06.2020 - 09.2020
Volunteer
Saltus Grammar School
01.2019 - 06.2019
Cash Office Assistant / Merchandiser Coordinator
Lindo's Group of Companies
12.2018 - Current
Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher's Assistant
St. Paul's Church
10.2015 - 09.2017
Swim Camp Instructor
Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association - Pure Joy Swim Camp
07.2015 - 08.2019
Volunteer, Swim Instructor
Purvis Primary School
05.2015 - 05.2016
Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) -
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Solent Southampton University
Foundation Year -
Anglia Ruskin University
High School Diploma -
Saltus Grammar School
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