Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Academic & Athletic Achievements
Interests
Languages
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Samya Sissac

Samya Sissac

Flossmoor

Summary

Resourceful professional with background in recreational protective services, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in emergency response, risk management, and public safety protocols. Excel at communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to ensure safety and satisfaction in recreational environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Homewood
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in organizing and leading swim lessons for various age groups.
  • Communicated effectively with patrons regarding safety guidelines and policies.
  • Collaborated with team members during drills and emergency response exercises.
  • Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
  • Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.

Special Olympics Coach/Recreational Leader

South Suburban Special Recreation Association
06.2023 - Current
  • Developed individualized training plans for diverse athletes.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment through motivation and support strategies.
  • Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
  • Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
  • Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Flossmoor, IL
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2029

Skills

  • Team building
  • Effective communication
  • Safety management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Event coordination
  • Performance evaluation
  • Customer service

Academic & Athletic Achievements

- National Honor Society 2023-2025 (Junior Representative & DEI)


- National Art Honor Society 2024-2025 (President)


- The National Society for High School Scholars 2023-2025


- Student Government 2022-2024 (Activities Chair)


- Board of Education Distinguished Scholar 2021-2025


- Commendation Toward the Seal of Billiteracy 2025 (Mandarin Chinese)


- High Honor Roll 2021-2022


- Honor Roll 2023-2025


- Academic Excellence 2021


- The President's Award for Academic Excellence 2025


- Speech 2022-2023 (Sectional Qualifier)


- Track & Field 2022-2024 (3rd in the Conference)


- Varsity Field Hockey 2023-2025


- Varsity Fencing 2022-2025 (Saber Captain 2025)

3rd in the State 2025, Junior Olympics Qualifier 2025, Placed 8th and above consecutively 2025, Placed 24 of 46 in a Mixed College Tournament 2025, 5th in the State 2024, Placed 11th and above consecutively 2024, Undefeated and Placed 1st 2023

Interests

  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary

Timeline

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Homewood
05.2024 - Current

Special Olympics Coach/Recreational Leader

South Suburban Special Recreation Association
06.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

Homewood-Flossmoor High School

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Pennsylvania State University
Samya Sissac