John Rathsam
Strong Swimmer | Knowledge of Ocean Environments | Mentor | Reliable & Punctual
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About
Several years of experience surfing, paddling, playing water polo, and swimming. Grew up on the beach and learned to surf and swim at a young age. Participated in Turtle/JGs from age of five to fifteen years old. Enjoy mentoring others in water safety and related activities, excellent water skills, responsible, and takes direction well.
Experience
Ocean Lifeguard - City of Solana Beach - Solana Beach, California
(2025-06)
Seasonal position
- Safety contacts
- Water rescues
- First aid
- Beach patrol
- Educate the public on water and beach safety
- Missing persons
Ocean Lifeguard - City of Encinitas - Encinitas, California
(2022-05 - 2025-04)
Seasonal position
- Safety contacts
- Water rescues
- First aid
- Educate the public on water and beach safety
- Missing persons
Swim Instructor - Noonan Family Swim School
(2022-11 - 2024-05)
Part time position
- Taught children from ages one to twelve years old
Volunteer Student Lifeguard - City of Del Mar - Del Mar, California
(2019-05 - 2022-05)
Volunteer for the City as a Student Lifeguard with USLA-certified standards
- Water rescues
- Emergency medical care
- Other related emergencies
Participant - Del Mar Junior Guards - Del Mar, California
(2007 - 2019)
Participated in the junior lifeguard program for twelve years
Jr. Guard Assistant Instructor - Turtle Guards
(2018-05 - 2019-08)
- Worked with the junior guards in various age groups on the beach and water safety
- Rescue techniques
- Medical techniques
Volunteer Surf Instructor and Ocean Ambassador - Balboa Naval Hospital - Del Mar, California
(2016-06 - 2018-08)
Summer of 2016 and 2017
- Assisted wounded vets on proper techniques for safely navigating the surf and catching waves
Education
High School Diploma - San Dieguito Academy High School (2021)
Associate of Arts Degree - Mira Costa College (2025-05)
California State University San Marcos (2025-09)
