I am a diligent and enthusiastic age group swim coach proficient in stroke technique and drills. As a former club swimmer and high school swim captain, I have rekindled my passion for the sport and enjoy guiding young athletes at the Elite Otters Swim Team. Coaching children ages 5-10 has been especially rewarding, as I not only develop their skills but also foster their love for swimming. I’ve had the privilege of being an assistant coach at major events such as the Eastern Committee Long Course Championships, California/Nevada Speedo Sectionals, and Summer Age Groups. Currently, I am pursuing an M.A. in American Indian Studies at UCLA.
Age Group Swim Coach
Jun 2024 - Sep 2024
Elite Otters Swim Team
- Coached stroke development and swim techniques for children ages 5-10 at daily practices
- Accommodated swim sets to each child’s specific needs and learning styles
- Incorporating exciting and team-building games and creating a fun, safe learning environment
Social Media Intern
May 2024 - May 2024
Palm Springs Film Festival
- Curated media content based on specific engagement and targeted audience
- Traveled to special events and captured significant moments in a creative way while also editing and finalizing media content
- Posted content in a timely manner and represented the company in a professional light
Alumni Relatioins Director
Aug 2022 - Dec 2025
Kappa Alpha Theta
- Reaching out to Alumni and inviting them to organized events such as new member initiation, brunch, and philanthropy
- Using creative design to put together an end-of-semester news letter to keep Alumni up to date with chapter events and photos in a captivating manor
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Assistant
Aug 2023 - Dec 2023
Kappa Alpha Theta
- Maintaining inclusive practices during our Fall 2023 primary recruitment with over 1,500 potential new members
- Organizing and planning DEI events including workshops and educational speakers in order to educate members
Intern
Jun 2022 - Jul 2022
Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce
- Provided content and edited articles and layouts for the “P.S. I Love You” magazine
- Updated and organized membership correspondence within the chamber
- Aided in event coordination and ribbon cutting ceremonies for new businesses
B.A. in Communications
- May 2024
San Diego State University
B.A. in American Indian Studies
- May 2024
San Diego State University
M.A. in American Indian Studies
Sep 2024 - Present
UCLA
Laura Otteson (760) 668-2663 - Elite Otters Team Owner
Aaron Reardon (760) 289-0337 - Head Age Group Coach at Elite Otters Swim Team
Alana Maiello (805)796-0334 - Marketing Director at Palm Springs Film Festival
Allie Dinielli (203) 434-6465 - Assistant Marketing at Palm Springs Film Festival
Nona Watson (760) 902-8444- Head Director at Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce