Ethan Chen is seeking a position and has extensive experience in aquatics, music, and education. He has worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor for several years and led musical groups. He is bilingual in English and Mandarin with strong computer skills. References are provided.
1. Ethan Chen
562-895-9883 ethanirchen@gmail.com W. 400 Big Springs Rd. #950 Riverside, CA 92507
Education
University of California- Riverside; Riverside, CA- BS 2017
Experience
LIFEGUARD II, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA- RIVERSIDE; RIVERSIDE, CA — 2014-PRESENT
• Inspected pool deck and patrons and enforced safety regulations
• Prepared and analyzed chemical and patron reports, monitored Chlorine and Ph levels
• Requires constant retraining of lifesaving skills
• Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and AED certification for the professional rescuer
SWIM INSTRUCTOR, CITY OF CERRITOS; CERRITOS, CA — 2014-PRESENT
• Consistently planned 6 week swim programs focusing on time management
• Maintained and tracked individual swimmer’s progress
• Taught survival, safety, and stroke techniques through oral and physical communication
• Water Safety Instructor Certification for Red Cross
SWIM COACH, CERRITOS AQUATICS CLUB; CERRITOS, CA — 2013
• Led daily practices for athletes ages 6-10
• Designed workout plans and drills
• Conducted a group of over 30 young swimmers
ASSISTANT COACH, SPLASH AQUATICS; LA MIRADA, CA — 2011
• Observed and corrected athlete’s stroke
• Demonstrated proper swim technique
COORDINATOR, SYRIAN AMERICAN COUNCIL, 2012
• Organized largest Syrian Demonstration in Los Angeles in front of LA Federal Building
• Supervised and effectively coordinated over 500 demonstrators
• Publicized and addressed serious world issues
• Assembled and briefed members of Syrian American Council to provide assistance
EMPLOYEE, ABC USD NUTRITION SERVICES; CERRITOS, CA- 2010-2013
• Operated registers and oversaw student accounts
• Trained new workers in working the computers and food preparation
MUSICAL EXPERIENCE
DIRECTOR/FOUNDER, H&S MUSIC; CERRITOS, CA — 2011-PRESENT
• Launched H&S Music, a youth-service group dedicated to making an impact through music
• Coordinated a group of over 200 members of all ages in the Los Angeles area to take part in musical ventures and
performance opportunities
• Arranged regular performances at children’s hospitals, notably Miller Children’s Hospital in Long Beach
• Composed and produced an album under H&S Music featuring original music titled “More Than Music.” All
proceeds collected through this campaign were used to purchase school materials for a non-profit school in
Cambodia
• For more information: https://www.facebook.com/music.heartandsoul
MUSICAL SKILLS
• Classically trained in the violin (14 years)
2. Ethan Chen
562-895-9883 ethanirchen@gmail.com W. 400 Big Springs Rd. #950 Riverside, CA 92507
• Other instruments include piano, drums, ukulele, acoustic guitar, electric guitar
• Proficient in use of DAW (Currently using Logic Pro X)
• Extensive knowledge in music theory, as well as pop music structures and melodies
MUSICAL MERIT
• Masters Level in the Certificate of Merit for the violin
• Senior Merit Award for the violin
• Recognized by the Miller Children’s Hospital for performances at annual art show
MUSICAL INVOLVEMENT ON CAMPUS
• Rhythm and Brains- Production Chair. Involves managing production of all music and film released by Rhythm
and Brains, a music community service organization on campus.
• Hip Hop Congress- Producer. Involves writing, producing, and assisting young hip hop artists in performing and
promoting their music.
MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
• Whitney High School Prom 2011 as headlining act at Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum with a full
backup band
• Earth Benefit Concert 2012 and Diamond Love Benefit Concert
• University of California- Riverside Scotsfest, festivals, and events
• Cerritos Senior Home and Norwalk Senior Home
Additional Skills
• Proficient with Logic Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Adobe Photoshop
• Proficient with all standard computer programs including MS Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Adobe
Acrobat, and Apple Pages, Numbers, and Keynote.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin
References
Frances Caron, MPA
Assistant Director of Recreation Aquatics Program
University of California, Riverside
951-827-4917
Laurel Terreri , MA , MT-BC
Music Therapist-Board Certified
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