Avery Andrews
Raleigh
Summary
Hello! My name is Avery Andrews, and I am a 21-year-old junior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, on a Pre-PA track. I am a people person and passionate about helping those in need. I am a hard worker who loves interacting with others, and I'm always looking for new challenges and ways to stay busy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Recreation Lifeguard
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
09.2025 - Current
- Monitor the safety of guests in and around the swimming pool.
- Attentively monitor swimmers to identify distress.
- Maintain learned proficiencies in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Observe weather and water conditions and alert visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
Summer Sailing Counselor-Seasonal
Camp Don Lee and Retreat Center
07.2023 - Current
- Work with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels
- Lead groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities
- Safely sail children and share my skills with them
- Collaborates with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching
- Instruct campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities
- Communicate with parents about campers' activities and report concerns and suggestions to the supervisor
- Implement rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance
- Assist with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote a clean environment
- Supervise camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety, and inclusivity
Summer Lifeguard
Seven Oaks Swim and Racquet Club
05.2023 - Current
- Maintain learned proficiencies in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Provide friendly customer service to guests and address concerns
- Monitor the safety of guests in and around the swimming pool
- Attentively monitor swimmers to identify distress
- Respond to emergencies in a timely, efficient manner
- Educate patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules
- Maximize customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly
- Scan main areas to monitor for any safety risks
- Complete daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels, and other water chemistry
Lifeguard/Emergency First Responder
University of South Carolina
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
- Provided first aid care to injured patrons before paramedics arrive on scene.
- Examined recreational equipment for signs of damage and potential safety risks.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Collaborated closely with the team to identify issues and the quickest methods for remediation.
- Used radio and digital technology to stay in constant communication with other protective service workers.
- Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to the supervisor.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina, SCBachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-2027
High School Diploma -
Leesville Road High School
Raleigh, NC06-2023
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Dedication
- Patience and empathy
- Strong communicator
- Effective problem-solver
- CPR and AED training/Certified
- Leadership qualities
- Lifeguard certification
Affiliations
Delta Delta Delta-Alpha Sigma Active Member
Delta Delta Delta-Alpha Lambda Previous Member
Certification
- American Red Cross Lifeguard
- US Sailing Counselor
Timeline
Campus Recreation Lifeguard
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
09.2025 - Current
Lifeguard/Emergency First Responder
University of South Carolina
09.2024 - 05.2025
Summer Sailing Counselor-Seasonal
Camp Don Lee and Retreat Center
07.2023 - Current
Summer Lifeguard
Seven Oaks Swim and Racquet Club
05.2023 - Current
Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
High School Diploma -
Leesville Road High School