Dylan Palma
Newark
Summary
Seasoned Swim Team Coach and Assistant Manager with a proven track record in enhancing swimmer performance and safety education at Delaware Swim Team and Delaware Swim School. Leveraged leadership and effective communication to foster athlete confidence, advance client relationships, and improve staff quality. Excelled in records management and adaptability, consistently delivering excellence in coaching and instruction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SWIM TEAM COACH
Delaware Swim Team
New Castle, DELAWARE
02.2022 - 01.2026
- Motivated swimmers through verbal reinforcement of positive behaviors such as goal setting, time management and commitment to excellence.
- Demonstrated a high level of knowledge in swimming techniques and strategies to help swimmers reach their goals.
- Utilized appropriate communication skills when dealing with parents regarding athlete development or other issues that may arise.
- Encouraged athletes to become more confident in the pool by providing positive feedback during practices and competitions.
- Ensured compliance with all league rules and regulations related to swim teams.
- Organized regular practice sessions, swim meets and competitions while monitoring team members' performance and progress.
Assistant Manager
Delaware Swim School
Hockessin, DELAWARE
03.2023 - 10.2025
- Educated students on water safety procedures and provided life-saving tips.
- Developed and implemented swim lesson plans to teach basic skills for all age groups.
- Trained assistant instructors on effective teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Recruited qualified individuals for open instructor positions when necessary.
- Conducted assessments of student’s abilities and developed goals to help them reach the next level of performance.
Head Swim Instructor
Delaware Swim School
Hockessin
06.2021 - 10.2025
- Developed and implemented comprehensive swim lesson plans tailored to various skill levels.
- Trained and mentored junior instructors, enhancing instructional quality.
- Assessed students' swimming abilities to track progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly.
Sales Marketer
Elevated Remodeling
Newark, DE
01.2026 - Current
- Enhanced customer relations with door to door interactions.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive sales growth.
- Conducted customer segmentation analysis to tailor marketing efforts and improve engagement.
GROCERY STORE STOCKER
ACME Markets
Hockessin, DELAWARE
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Received and stocked dry goods, ready-to-drink beverages, and household and bulk items.
- Assisted with product placement and positioned items on store shelves.
- Performed daily inventory checks to ensure accuracy of products on shelves.
LIFEGUARD
A.M.S
Wilmington, DE
06.2015 - 09.2018
- Enforced pool rules among swimmers and patrons in order to maintain safe swimming conditions.
- Conducted pool opening and closing duties.
- Enforced safety policies and rules to guests to prevent accidents.
- Cleaned and maintained pool deck and locker rooms when not guarding.
Education
ACCOUNTING, MARKETING, COMPUTER SCIENCE
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA, USHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Tower Hill School
Wilmington, DE06.2019
Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- File and Records Management
- Creativity and Flexibility
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Leadership
- Client Relationships
Certification
CPR/AED Certified
Concussion Protocol
Safe Sport
ABC License
Timeline
Sales Marketer
Elevated Remodeling
01.2026 - Current
Assistant Manager
Delaware Swim School
03.2023 - 10.2025
SWIM TEAM COACH
Delaware Swim Team
02.2022 - 01.2026
Head Swim Instructor
Delaware Swim School
06.2021 - 10.2025
GROCERY STORE STOCKER
ACME Markets
10.2020 - 08.2021
LIFEGUARD
A.M.S
06.2015 - 09.2018
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Tower Hill School
ACCOUNTING, MARKETING, COMPUTER SCIENCE
Elizabethtown College