2245 US Route 130, Dayton, New Jersey 08810, United States
Leadership Team
Justin
CEO & Founder
Justin is a visionary leader with a lifelong passion for water safety and education. His journey began at a young age, as he aspired to become a lifeguard, and his dedication led him to apprenticeship at a local day camp at just 12 years old. With over 15 years of experience in Aquatic Management and Human Resources, Justin has become a seasoned professional in his field.
As the founder and CEO of Certifications For Life Inc., LLC, Justin has propelled the organization to new heights. For the past seven years, his company has been recognized as a top American Red Cross Training provider, and in 2021, they received the prestigious award for being a top national licensed training provider across the United States. These accolades highlight Justin's commitment to delivering high-quality emergency training and his exceptional leadership in the industry.
Justin's accomplishments extend beyond emergency training. In 2017, he was honored with a Presidential award for Education and Community Service, showcasing his dedication to making a positive impact. He actively engages with various communities, advocating for safety, drowning prevention, self-care, communication, risk management, and the importance of education in subjects like reading, math, and science. Additionally, he contributes to business development initiatives.
Justin's involvement in professional groups demonstrates his commitment to staying connected and contributing to his field. He is a member of NJEA, RRCNA, East Brunswick Regional Chamber of Commerce, and several other organizations. Furthermore, he serves as the Creator/Administrator of the CPR and Lifeguard Training Instructor/Instructor Trainer Chamber Network, which connects over 800 instructors/instructor trainers worldwide.
His impressive list of awards and recognition includes being named NJ Governor Teacher Of The Year for the 2020-2021 school year and receiving the 2017 Presidential Educator Of the Year award from the Hamilton Twp Education Association. His business, Certifications For Life Inc., has been recognized as the Best Small Business For Education in East Brunswick Twp, NJ, in both 2015 and 2016.
Justin's educational background is extensive, with a Master's Degree from Rutgers Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor's Degree from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. He holds certifications as an elementary teacher in grades K-6, a teacher of students with disabilities, and a reading specialist in Reading Recovery and Orton-Gillingham. Additionally, he is a certified Google Educator Level 1.
Justin's expertise as an instructor trainer and instructor covers a wide range of life-saving techniques and emergency response skills. He is an instructor trainer for American Red Cross and ASHI BLS CPR/AED courses, CPR/AED/First Aid courses, lifeguard training, lifeguard management, waterfront training, and various other certifications. He is also an instructor for American Heart Association courses.
Justin's diverse skill set, passion for education, and commitment to safety make him a respected leader in his industry. His dedication to empowering individuals and promoting lifesaving skills is evident in every aspect of his work.
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Justin is a member of the following professional groups:
- NJEA
- RRCNA
- East Brunswick Regional Chamber Of Chamber of Commerce
- Creator/Administrator of CPR and Lifeguard Training Instructor/Instructor Trainer Chamber Network (800+ instructors/instructor trainers around the world)
- Human Resources Professionals
- NRPA Aquatics Member
- PHTA (Pool and Hot Tub Alliance Member)
Awards and Recognition
- NJ Governor Teacher Of The Year 2020-2021 School Year.
- 2017 Presidential Educator Of the Year by Hamilton Twp Education Asociation .
- 2015 and 2016 Best Small Business For Education in East Brunswick Twp NJ.
- 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Top American Red Cross Training Provider.
- 2020 Top American Red Cross National Training Provider ( Top 200 Training Schools across the United States)
- 2021 Top American Red Cross National Training Provider ( Top 200 Training Centers across the United States).
- 2022 Top American Red Cross National Training Provider (Top 200 Training Centers across the United States).
- 2023- Distinguished as a Top National American Red Cross Training Provider ( Top 200 Training Providers Across the United States)
Education
- Masters Degree Rutgers Graduate School Of Education.
- Bachelor's Degree Rutgers University New Brunswick NJ
- Certified Elementary Teacher in Grades K-6
- Certified Teacher of Students With Disabilities K-12
- Certified Reading Specialist in Reading Recovery and Orton-Gillingham .
- Certified Google Educator Level 1.
Instructor Trainer / Instructor Certifications
- American Red Cross Instructor Trainer in BLS CPR/AED Training.
- American Red Cross Instructor Trainer in CPR/AED/First Aid Training.
- ASHI BLS CPR/AED Instructor Trainer.
- ASHI CPR/AED/ First Aid Instructor Trainer.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Instructor.
- American Red Cross Waterfront Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross BLS CPR/AED Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Healthcare Providers Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor.
- American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Instructor.
- American Red Cross Administering Emergency Oxygen Instructor.
- American Red Cross Epipen Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross Babysitters Training Instructor.
- ASHI BLS CPR/AED Instructor.
- ASHI BLS CPR/AED Instructor.
- American Heart Association Instructor Trainer Faculty
Will
Director of Operations
Will has been with the company since it’s birth. Will is an Instructor Trainer in his own right, oversees all of our Instructor Trainers, our website, scheduling database, and everything IT based to make sure our customers have the smoothest experience with our registration and communication. Will brings humor that does not go unnoticed and the customers flock and beg to be in his training classes due to the comfort he provides.
Tashaya
Director of Human Resources/Customer Support
Tashaya has over 18 years of Customer Support experience working for the State of NJ. Tashaya is amazing working with our clients and staff, that two years ago she was promoted to Director of Human Resources. Tashaya is also our organization's Affirmative Action Officer. Tashaya works closely with every team member to ensure that Certifications For Life is compliant with all of Labor laws. She also ensures that our work environment is warm, welcoming, and safe.
Rob
Director of Professional Development & Instructor Training
Rob has been with Certifications For Life for over 8 years. He teaches lifeguard training, CPR/AED/ first aid training and many other courses. Rob provides rigorous training where our course participants feel confident and prepared! Rob earned his Masters Degree in Educational Design and has created integrated professional development trainings for our organization. Rob continues to develop our instructors professionally.
Christine
Customer Support Specialist
We are lucky to have Christine join our team. Christine was originally a customer who has taken our classes. She loved it so much that she decided to join our customer care team to ensure that returning and prospective customers have an amazing experience. Christine is an educator by trade. She will be one of the voices behind the phone that will be helping customers register for classes and answering any questions that you may have about our classes or our organization. When she is not working, she is spending time with her family!
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Instructor
Kathleen
Kathleen is well known in the health and safety training industry. She has served as the Director for one of the local chapter houses for well over two decades. Kathleen has trained a majority of our staff including our President and Founder in Lifeguard Instructor Training. Kathleen is known to our customers as our CPO instructor. Kathl
Kathleen is well known in the health and safety training industry. She has served as the Director for one of the local chapter houses for well over two decades. Kathleen has trained a majority of our staff including our President and Founder in Lifeguard Instructor Training. Kathleen is known to our customers as our CPO instructor. Kathleen is currently a project manager and holds a Masters Degree. Kathleen brings knowledge unlike no other to our team and to our amazing customers. Kathleen holds the following instructor certifications:
- PHTA CPO Instructor
- AHA Faculty Member
- AHA BLS CPR/AED Instructor
- AHA Heartsaver Instructor.
Lifeguard Instructor/Instructor Trainers (LGITs)
Laurian
Samantha
Samantha
The proud owner of Safety Solved, LLC. Laurian is an innovator and a leader in the American Red Cross Training Industry. Laurian was chosen to teach many of the instructor level courses. Every participant that has come to our instructor academies raves about her teaching, guidance, and passion regarding American Red Cross Training. We are
The proud owner of Safety Solved, LLC. Laurian is an innovator and a leader in the American Red Cross Training Industry. Laurian was chosen to teach many of the instructor level courses. Every participant that has come to our instructor academies raves about her teaching, guidance, and passion regarding American Red Cross Training. We are so honored to have Laurian fly all the way from Colorado to teach. Laurian holds the following instructor certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer
- American Red Cross CPR/AED Instructor Training
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- AHA Training Site Coordinator
- AHA Faculty Member
- AHA BLS CPR/AED Instructor Certification
- AHA Heartsaver Total Instructor Certification
Samantha
Samantha
Samantha
Samantha has been an instructor for over a decade. Not only has she trained hundreds of lifeguards, she has over a decade of staff management experience with the most elite commercial pool companies in NJ, PA, DE, NY, and MD. When she is not training teams and lifeguards, she is spending time with her husband and her two children. We are
Samantha has been an instructor for over a decade. Not only has she trained hundreds of lifeguards, she has over a decade of staff management experience with the most elite commercial pool companies in NJ, PA, DE, NY, and MD. When she is not training teams and lifeguards, she is spending time with her husband and her two children. We are honored to have Samantha a part of our team.
Samantha has the following Instructor Certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- Ellis Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
- Ellis Lifeguard Instructor
Kim
Samantha
Kim
Kim is very popular face in the Aquatic Industry. She has served as the Vice President for one of the most successful pool companies in NJ. Kim is not only an expert in risk management and health and safety training, she holds a Master's Degree as well. When she is not training and overseeing major projects with one of the largest commeri
Kim is very popular face in the Aquatic Industry. She has served as the Vice President for one of the most successful pool companies in NJ. Kim is not only an expert in risk management and health and safety training, she holds a Master's Degree as well. When she is not training and overseeing major projects with one of the largest commericial pool companies, she is having fun with her two children. Kim holds the following instructor certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- Ellis Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
- Ellis Lifeguard Instructor
- PHTA CPO Instructor .
Instructors
Jamie
Tricia
Tricia
Jamie has been a Lifeguarding Instructor for over 30 years and currently teaches at YMCAs and other locations in the PA and NJ areas. With a background in Health and Physical Education, years of competitive swimming and lifeguarding at pools, beaches and waterparks his experience has allowed him how things work in a variety of aquat
Jamie has been a Lifeguarding Instructor for over 30 years and currently teaches at YMCAs and other locations in the PA and NJ areas. With a background in Health and Physical Education, years of competitive swimming and lifeguarding at pools, beaches and waterparks his experience has allowed him how things work in a variety of aquatic environments. Additionally, Jamie has experience teaching both prospective nursing students as well as other medical personnel in BLS CPR/AED and First Aid training. These experiences has expanded Jamie's exposure to more elements of Health and Safety training. Jamie's wealth of experience will meet the needs of our diverse learners in aquatic and non aquatic envrionments. We are looking forward to having Jamie join our team. Jamie holds the folliwing Instructor Certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for Healthcare providers and lay responders.
- HSI Instructor Certification for CPR/AED/First Aid courses at both the healthcare provider and lay levels.
- AHA BLS CPR/AED Instructor
- AHA Heartsaver Instructor
Tricia
Tricia
Tricia
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Evan
Tricia
David
Senior Instructor
Evan is another team member who grew up in camping and has enjoyed being in and around pools. Evan is a certified Lifeguard Training Instructor, BLS CPR/AED/ First Aid Instructor, CPR/AED/ First Aid instructor, and Babysitter's Training Instructor. Evan has over seven years of lifeguard experience and many years of exper
Senior Instructor
Evan is another team member who grew up in camping and has enjoyed being in and around pools. Evan is a certified Lifeguard Training Instructor, BLS CPR/AED/ First Aid Instructor, CPR/AED/ First Aid instructor, and Babysitter's Training Instructor. Evan has over seven years of lifeguard experience and many years of experience training lifeguards. Evan recently graduated from Montclair State University with a major in Psychology and a minor in Jewish American studies. Evan is an asset to the team where his experiences will allow our students in our emergency training school to be successful. Evan Holds the Following Instructor Certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for Healthcare providers and lay responders.
- HSI Instructor Certification for CPR/AED/First Aid courses at both the healthcare provider and lay levels.
- AHA BLS CPR/AED Instructor
- AHA Heartsaver Instructor
David
Stephen
David
David is the owner of Eggert Aquatics. In addition to being a business owner he is a full time Special Education Teacher in the West Windsor Plainsboro Public School District. David hold's a Masters Degree from Rider University in Special Education and is pursuing his Master's Degree from Montclair University in Educational Administratio
David is the owner of Eggert Aquatics. In addition to being a business owner he is a full time Special Education Teacher in the West Windsor Plainsboro Public School District. David hold's a Masters Degree from Rider University in Special Education and is pursuing his Master's Degree from Montclair University in Educational Administration. David also holds the following American Red Cross Instructor/ IT certifications:
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/ First Aid Instructor at the Healthcare provider and lay level.
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
- American Red Cross Aquatic Director Certification.
- PHTA CPO
David brings a multitude of experiences to reach his course participants so they feel successful in our training courses.
Stephen
Stephen
Stephen
Stephen is a full time High School Special Education Teacher in the Millburn Public School District. He holds a Master's Degree in Special Education and he is a certified instructor in the following core areas:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for Healthcare providers and lay
Stephen is a full time High School Special Education Teacher in the Millburn Public School District. He holds a Master's Degree in Special Education and he is a certified instructor in the following core areas:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for Healthcare providers and lay responders.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Certiffcation
- AHA BLS and Heartsaver Instructor.
- HSI Instructor Certification for CPR/AED/First Aid courses at both the healthcare provider and lay levels.
Stephen has a very unique way in connecting with his course participants due to his training as a teacher and experience in the industry.
Kevin
Stephen
Stephen
Kevin is back and we are excited for our customers to get to train with Kevin. Kevin currently is a camp director at a local YMCA. In addition to being a camp director, Kevin was a middle school science teacher. He holds a Masters Degree in Administration. Kevin holds the following instructor certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Tr
Kevin is back and we are excited for our customers to get to train with Kevin. Kevin currently is a camp director at a local YMCA. In addition to being a camp director, Kevin was a middle school science teacher. He holds a Masters Degree in Administration. Kevin holds the following instructor certifications:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for Healthcare providers and lay responders.
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
- PHTA CPO Certification
- HSI Instructor Certification for CPR/AED/First Aid courses at both the healthcare provider and lay levels.
Leah
Shirley
Shirley
Leah is an educator at heart. She has a passion for teaching others. Leah is currently an ESL Teacher in a local NJ public school district. She speaks Spanish and Hebrew. Having Leah on our team will benefit our customer greatly. Our customers have found Leah to be calm and bubbly which has made their experience enjoyable. Leah holds the
Leah is an educator at heart. She has a passion for teaching others. Leah is currently an ESL Teacher in a local NJ public school district. She speaks Spanish and Hebrew. Having Leah on our team will benefit our customer greatly. Our customers have found Leah to be calm and bubbly which has made their experience enjoyable. Leah holds the following instructor certifications
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for Healthcare providers and lay responders.
- AHA BLS CPR/AED Instructor
- AHA Heartsaver Instructor
Shirley
Shirley
Shirley
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