Marna Botha
Aquatic Professional
Pretoria
Summary
Swim coach supporting Head Swim Coach responsibilities through lesson planning, stroke correction, swimmer progress reviews, and tracking 120 student progress assessments per term. Coordinates parent communication, administration, and coach mentoring to keep sessions organized and development focused. Brings CPR, First Aid, and safeguarding qualifications to a safe poolside environment.
Overview
5
5
Certifications
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Coach
Squiddies Swim School
Pretoria, GP
11.2023 - Current
- Deliver [number]% lesson attendance and retention rate through clear communication, safe coaching, and consistent support.
- Track 120 student progress assessments per term to tailor instruction and support steady advancement.
- Plan structured learn-to-swim lessons aligned to swimmer ability, water confidence, and stroke development goals.
- Maintain regular parent communication on progress, milestones, and next steps to keep families engaged.
- Apply aquatic safety, emergency response, and safeguarding practices throughout every lesson.
Au Pair
Private Household
Remote
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Provided dependable supervision while maintaining a safe and structured environment for children.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to household routines and children’s daily needs.
- Assisted with school drop-offs, pick-ups, and transportation to scheduled activities.
- Organized age-appropriate activities that encouraged learning, play, and routine development.
Teacher's Assistant
Storietyd
Pretoria, GP
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted with daily lesson preparation and gathered materials needed for classroom activities.
- Maintained a calm, attentive environment by supervising students during routine classroom periods.
- Organized learning spaces and prepared activity resources before each class session.
- Communicated student progress and daily updates to teachers and parents in a clear, respectful manner.
- Reinforced teacher instructions by guiding students through tasks and checking understanding one on one.
- Supported individual students with reading, writing, and routine classroom tasks.
Divemaster and Scuba Instructor
Coral Divers
Sodwana, Kzn
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Completed 95% of pre-dive safety checks before guided dives and training sessions.
- Instructed beginner and certified divers on dive techniques, equipment use, and underwater communication.
- Maintained aquatic safety standards through dive planning, hazard awareness, and emergency response procedures.
- Evaluated diver performance, documented readiness, and adjusted coaching based on assessment results.
Education
Matric - undefined
Hoerskool Waterkloof
01-2019
Skills
Learn-to-swim qualified
Stroke development
Water confidence
Lesson planning
Progress assessments
Aquatic safety
Emergency response
Safeguarding
Parent communication
Coach mentoring
Facility operations
Performance reporting
Risk management
Staff supervision
Certification
Learn-to-Swim Qualification
Personal Information
Driving License: Valid Driver License
Timeline
Swim Coach
Squiddies Swim School
11.2023 - Current
Au Pair
Private Household
04.2022 - 10.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Storietyd
11.2021 - 04.2023
Divemaster and Scuba Instructor
Coral Divers
06.2020 - 03.2021
Matric - undefined
Hoerskool Waterkloof