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I have been a part of the Aquatics and Sports industry for 24 years. My very first job was as a lifeguard and swimming instructor; so, for me it is full circle and rewarding to be able to recruit, hire, and train professionals in the field. I served as an Aquatics Manager for 8 years for the Department of Parks and Recreation in Jacksonville, Florida where I helped develop the Gus and Goldie Learn to Swim Program. Recently I was the Assistant Company Director for Gateway Sports and Pools where I lead sales and operations in NYC, Albany, and CT. As an Adjunct Professor at Lehman College I lectured in Exercise Science, Motor Learning, and the Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity. I am also a published research author with a research focus in utilizing sports and physical activity as a vehicle to promote life development during adolescence. I strongly believe there are so many life lessons children can learn during sports participation. I received my MA in Motor Learning from Columbia University, and my BS from Lehman College in Movement and Exercise Science. I am a sports enthusiast having played basketball, soccer, and track and field collegiately. Currently I participate in swimming, volleyball, and golf recreationally; and I am a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt.

I have been working at Saf-T-Swim for many years now at many different locations before I found my home at the Levittown Facility. I take much pride in knowing that my work has such a positive impact on people's lives. I love hearing stories from my customers about how much their children love and respect water because of my teachings. I have two girls of my own, so when I am not at work, I spend all of my time being the best mom I can be. Some of my other hobbies include, cooking, baking and running.

I have worked in the office at Saf-T-Swim for 23 years but prior to that was a customer for 10 years. My oldest son, who later became a teacher, started taking lessons at 3 months old and my younger son, who is now a manager, started lesson at 2 months old. I started working in Bayshore (the original facility) then worked in Deer Park, and now Bellmore. I really enjoy seeing how well the children progress and watching them grow up. I have met a lot of really nice people and made some lasting friendships. My hobbies include riding roller coasters, reading and spending time at the beach in the summer.