SAXTONE KHALWALE BUTICHI
NAIROBI
Summary
Very dynamic, ambitious, team leader and promotes teamwork, proactive and has the ability to learn new systems. Swim instructor with 18 years' experience in swimming coach, pool maintenance and as a lifeguard.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in Coaching and lifeguard position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SKYTOP RESTAURANT
Lifeguard, Swimming Pool Maintenance and Swimming Coaching
EMBAKASI BENEDICTA ACADEMY
03.2022 - 11.2023
Volunteer Swim Instructor
YMCA KENYA
- Assisted in pool maintenance.
- Assisted in giving swim lessons as part of learning.
- Lifeguard activities while at the poolside.
Pool Lifeguard and Pool Maintenance
Naisula School Tilisi
11.2023 - Current
- Maximized swimmers satisfaction by greeting pool swimmers with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of swimmers in and around swimming pool.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted swimmers to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
- Reiterated water safety practices and lifesaving measures at every class to prevent accidents.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
- Assisted in organizing and implementing recreational activities and programs.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
Lifeguard/Swimming Pool Maintenance/Coach
THE EASTERN ARK HOTEL
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Maintaining constant surveillance of patrons in the pool area.
- Treat the pool with appropriate concentration of chemicals.
- Monitor pool related activities closely throughout shift and identify any safety issues.
- Direct swimmers out of the pool in hazardous condition.
- Swimming lessons and swim team coaching when available.
- Maintain a clean environment in and around the pool.
- Provide assistance to patrons when appropriate or necessary.
- Open the pool each day and close it down each evening depending on schedule and hours.
Lifeguard/Swimming Pool Maintenance/Coach
ROSEWALL OASIS SWIMMING POOL
12.2016 - 01.2020
- Head coach and founder of ROSEWALL SWIM TEAM under 15yrs.
- Coordinate activities at the pool to ensure the safety of clients as a lifeguard.
- Provide competent, safe instruction using recognized lead-up skills as established by our profession Course.
- Plan and effectively organize class time for maximum practice. This is accomplished through weekly lesson plans.
- Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Organise swimming galas for the swim club.
Lifeguard/Swimming Pool Maintenance
BEES - PARK HOTEL
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinate activities at the pool to ensure the safety of clients as a lifeguard.
- Provide competent, safe instruction using recognized lead-up skills as established by our profession agencies.
- Plan and effectively organize class time for maximum practice. This is accomplished through weekly lesson plans.
- Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Coach
SWIM AFRICA
05.2015 - 06.2015
- Plan and execute swimming lessons to meet organization's vision.
- Coordinate activities at the pool to ensure the safety of clients as a lifeguard.
- Provide competent, safe instruction using recognized lead-up skills as established by our profession agencies.
- Plan and effectively organize class time for maximum practice. This is accomplished through weekly lesson plans.
- Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Lifeguard/Pool Maintenance
BANTA RESTAURANT
11.2013 - 04.2015
- Planning and organizing pool activities to ensure the smooth running.
- Daily pool maintenance and safety checks with regular documentation and corrective action as need arises.
- Part times swim lessons.
- On site supervision of clients in the pool to ensure safety is upheld at all times with keen interest when there are school children.
Sales Person
ATLAS HARDWARE LTD
01.2013 - 07.2013
Education
Cirtificate - Coaching Level One And Two
YMCA
Nairobi KenyaCertificate of Competence in Driving - undefined
01.2013
Certificates - Lifeguard course, Aquatic First Aid Course, Pool Maintenance Course, Swimming Instructor Course, Coach level one, Coach level two
Y.M.C.A
12.2012
Certificate of participation at the world camp - undefined
01.2012
Certificate of volunteer ship at the world camp - undefined
01.2012
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
01.2009
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
01.2005
Skills
- Training and mentorship
- Team player
- Leader
- Pool activities Management
- Maintenance & repair
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Dependable and responsible
- Project planning
- Excellent communication
- Training & Development
- Planning
Certification
- Area of certification - pool maintenance lifeguard,coaching and Instructor
- Institution:YMCA
Timeline
Pool Lifeguard and Pool Maintenance
Naisula School Tilisi
11.2023 - Current
Lifeguard, Swimming Pool Maintenance and Swimming Coaching
EMBAKASI BENEDICTA ACADEMY
03.2022 - 11.2023
Lifeguard/Swimming Pool Maintenance/Coach
THE EASTERN ARK HOTEL
01.2020 - 02.2022
Lifeguard/Swimming Pool Maintenance/Coach
ROSEWALL OASIS SWIMMING POOL
12.2016 - 01.2020
Lifeguard/Swimming Pool Maintenance
BEES - PARK HOTEL
07.2015 - 03.2016
Coach
SWIM AFRICA
05.2015 - 06.2015
Lifeguard/Pool Maintenance
BANTA RESTAURANT
11.2013 - 04.2015
Sales Person
ATLAS HARDWARE LTD
01.2013 - 07.2013
SKYTOP RESTAURANT
Certificate of Competence in Driving - undefined
Certificates - Lifeguard course, Aquatic First Aid Course, Pool Maintenance Course, Swimming Instructor Course, Coach level one, Coach level two
Y.M.C.A
Certificate of participation at the world camp - undefined
Certificate of volunteer ship at the world camp - undefined
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Volunteer Swim Instructor
YMCA KENYA
Cirtificate - Coaching Level One And Two
YMCA
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