Dec 27, 2024

Vivian Knighten

  • Flexible to Positions
  • Clemson
Full time Other

Personal Summary

Experienced lifeguard and coach with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry. Skilled in Communication, Easily Adaptable, Community Service, Teamwork, and Leadership. Strong community and social services professional working on a Master of Science - M.S. focused in Athletic Leadership from Clemson University.

Work Experience

Athletic Recovery Center Intern
Mar 2024 - Present Clemson University Athletic Department

●      Assist in the recovery of student-athletes, emphasizing the importance and modalities of recovery.

●      Manage the Athlete Recovery Center (ARC), ensuring a clean and welcoming environment.

Graduate Assistant
Aug 2023 - Present Clemson University Volleyball

●      Support Director of Volleyball Operations with scheduling and planning for matches, including logistics for food, travel, and accommodations.

●      Utilize scheduling software such as Teamworks; manage gear, inventory, meals, and communications.

Assistant Coach
Nov 2017 - Mar 2020 Upper Palmetto YMCA Mini-Rays

●      Taught children good sportsmanship, swimming techniques, and life skills.

●      Assisted the Head Coach with setting up meets and practices.

Assistant Head Coach
Apr 2017 - Jan 2023 Baxter Barracudas Swim Team

●      Taught over 200 children aged 3-18 sportsmanship, swimming techniques, and teamwork.

●      Managed biweekly meets and practices, including heat sheets and relay teams.

Lead Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
May 2017 - Jul 2021 Upper Palmetto YMCA

●      Supervised pool safety, managed guards, and addressed patron concerns.

●      Trained new lifeguards and instructed swim lessons across all age groups.

Education

Bachelors of Science
Aug 2020 - May 2023 Clemson University
Masters of Science
Aug 2023 - Present Clemson University