Toms RUSS
Doylestown
Summary
Passionate and motivated student with 4+ years of experience teaching young children and creating adaptable and engaging lesson plans. Expertly uses innovative writing skills to produce thorough research and to communicate with team members. Interested in nurturing a supportive community through positive leadership and collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Gund Associates Visitor Experiences Team Member
The Gund Gallery
09.2024 - Current
- Welcomed visitors to the gallery by introducing myself and the works on display in detail
- Gave visitors detailed tours of gallery and fostered conversations about the art
- Researched a few pieces from the gallery and created Art Story Tours
- Presented Art Story Tours to the community by providing visitors with detailed knowledge of the selected pieces
- Planned and led an ekphrastic writing workshop for the 2025 NEA Big Read Program
- Attended weekly meetings with Visitor Experiences Team to discuss strategies to enhance visitor engagement
Summer Swim Instructor
Fanny Chapman Memorial Pool
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster enjoyment and learning.
- Guided learners through tailored lessons for enhancing skill levels.
- Taught diverse age groups, adapting lessons to meet individual needs.
- Cultivated a fun and engaging atmosphere, inspiring a love for swimming.
- Improved swimming techniques by teaching students proper strokes and breathing methods.
- Increased water safety awareness with comprehensive safety drills.
Certified Lifeguard
YMCA of Hunterdon and Bucks Counties
03.2022 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Increased guest satisfaction by providing friendly assistance with inquiries, concerns, or facility information.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool activities and enforcing rules.
- Supported fellow lifeguards during high-traffic periods by providing additional supervision or assistance as needed.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment, promptly addressing any issues to ensure optimal functionality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Bucks East High School
Doylestown, PA06-2024
Skills
- Strong communication skills with children
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative learning
- Conflict resolution
- Student support
- Problem solving
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Multitasking
- Time management
Timeline
Gund Associates Visitor Experiences Team Member
The Gund Gallery
09.2024 - Current
Certified Lifeguard
YMCA of Hunterdon and Bucks Counties
03.2022 - Current
Summer Swim Instructor
Fanny Chapman Memorial Pool
06.2020 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Central Bucks East High School
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