Nia Cooper

Teach swim lessons to children of different ages and swim levels, focusing on water safety and confidence Communicate regularly with parents about progress, strengths, and areas of improvement Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement to help students build skills and confidence

Swim Instructor - Goldfish Swim School - New Rochelle, NY

(2026-03)

• Teach swim lessons to children of different ages and swim levels, focusing on water safety and confidence
• Communicate regularly with parents about progress, strengths, and areas of improvement
• Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement to help students build skills and confidence
• Work collaboratively with coworkers to keep classes running smoothly and on schedule
• Help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pool area and equipment

Resident Assistant - Campus Residences - Stony Brook, NY

(2025-08 - 2025-12)

• Mediated roommate conflicts and facilitated respectful communication among residents
• Organized community events to build connections and improve resident well-being
• Enforced university policies while maintaining positive relationships with residents
• Collaborated with professional staff to address student needs and enhance the living-learning environment

Field Worker - RSP (Residential Safety Program) - Stony Brook, NY

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Monitored residential areas through regular foot patrols and safety inspections
• Ensured secure building access by identifying and resolving safety concerns like propped doors
• Supported campus safety efforts by assisting emergency personnel and providing escort services
• Collaborated with university departments to uphold a safe and welcoming environment

Assistant Store Manager - Forever 21 - Lake Grove, NY

(2024-08 - 2025-04)

• Trained new team members on the POS system, how to run the fitting room, and other daily tasks, so they felt confident on the floor
• Took care of scheduling and worked with the team to keep the store running smoothly and staffed
• Focused on creating a welcoming shopping space that kept customers coming back

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology - Stony Brook University (2027-05)