Meriah R. Swope is seeking a position working with youth. She has a Master's degree in Applied History from Shippensburg University and a Bachelor's degree in Education from the same institution. Her work experience includes leading youth programs at Carlisle Barracks Child, Youth and School Services and student teaching at Waynesboro Area School District. She held leadership roles in the Shippensburg University Red Raider Marching Band and Concert Band and in Kappa Kappa Psi: National Honorary Band Service Fraternity.

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Meriah R. Swope
60 W. King St Shippensburg, PA 17257
(814) 934-6470
meriahrae@yahoo.com
Objective:
Enthusiastic person seeking a position working with youth
Education:
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, Masterof Arts in AppliedHistory, Spring 2016- Present
 GPA- 3.7
 Classes- Historical Research Methods, Introduction to Archives
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, Bachelorof Science In Education,2008-2013
 Major- History/ Social Studies
 Minors- International Studies and Music
 GPA- 3.501, Cum Laude
 Certification- PA Instructional I, Social Studies
Work Experience:
Carlisle Barracks Child, Youth and School Services, May 2010- August 2016
 Lead Child&YouthProgramAssistant, Full-timePosition,Oct 2013-August2016
o Supervised and tutored youth in Kindergarten to 12th grade in groups and on a one-on-one basis in
before/ after care and summer camp settings.
o Planed curriculum and activities based on youth leadership, healthy lifestyles, art, recreation, science, and
community servicein accordancewith Department of Defense regulations and in partnership with the
Boys & Girls Club of America.
o Coordinated field trips, special events, socials, and lock-insfor up to 50 youth.
o Managed other program assistants to work as a team to solve youth behavioral issues, to plan a monthly
calendar, and to coordinate daily schedules. Served as manager on duty forthe facility when supervisors
were not in the building.
o Accompanied youth leaders to conferences in other cities and states. Served as a chaperone and mentor in
their experience and growth during the conferences.
o Conversed withparents regarding their youth,program information, and assistance in solving problems
in face-to-faceand electronic settings.
o Assisted withfront desk duties such as working with customers, answering the phone, and filing.
o Contributed to the marketing of the program regarding designing signs and information to be put out to
the target audience on paper and online.
o Increased the daily attendance of the after schoolprogram from an average of 5 to 25.
 Child&Youth ProgramAssistant,FlexPosition,May 2010-Sept 2013
o Supervised children in kindergarten to 5th grade in a group setting. Introduced and implemented a
variety of new activities in art, drama, music, and dance to balance the existing program.
o Planned interactive activities for the children that fostered their interests and input.
o Guided children in problem solving and conflictresolution.
 Training Received
o First Aid/ CPR instructor certified through the Red Cross, Operation Excellence Customer Service
Training, Child Abuse Identificationand Reporting, Information Assurance- Computer and Internet Safety,
IMCOM Managers Course.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania-Elementary Education Department, Fall 2008- Spring 2010
 WorkStudy
o Copied, bound, and typed documents in MicrosoftWord/Excelfor professors.
o Worked withEducation professors to help them prepare for classes, presentations, and organization of
materials.
o Worked withother students in the officeto achievetasks and problem solve.
Eats-n-Treats, Seasonal 2006-2009
 Waitress
o Greeted customers and took their orders while running the cash register.
o Filled orders by preparing ice cream, and taking the food to the customers.
o Gained listening and communication skills through interactions with customers.

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Teaching Experience:
Student Teaching, Waynesboro Area School District, Jan 2013- May 2013
 8th Early American History and 11th Grade Recent American History
o Implemented interactive lesson plans that were aligned with PAstate and national standards.
o Adapted lessons in a differentiated format formulti-level learners.
o Kept accurate records of grades and assignments.
o Collaborated withother teachers to build activities and plan units.
Leadership Experience:
Shippensburg University Red Raider Marching Band and Concert Band, 2010- 2013
 Alumni Volunteer “Rad Roadie,” 2013-Present
o Assists band to move equipment on performance days and assists in any repair needs.
 Band Secretary, 2010- 2013
o Worked witha team of 3 other student leaders and the Director of Bands to make decisions on behalf of
the band.
o Kept attendance records of the season and minutes of every meeting using MicrosoftOffice.
o Coordinated and planned the annual banquet event at the end of each season.
o Arranged trips to games and concert tours to major destinations (ex. Disney World and Washington DC.)
o Organized and digitally cataloged band records forthe band archive.
 Drum Major, 2010
o Leader in a group of 150 peers.
o Ran practices along with other student leaders and made executive decisions on behalf of the band.
o Worked in conjunctionwith the individual section leaders to improve the band.
Kappa Kappa Psi: National Honorary Band Service Fraternity, 2010-2013
 Chapter President, 2011-2013
o Served at the head of the chapter and led weekly chapter meetings as well as executive board meetings.
o Dealt with conflictresolution within the chapter.
o Delegated tasks to the members and followedup on their progress.
o Trained and mentored younger members in the waysand means of band service.
o Attended leadership conferenceson the district and national level that expanded my abilities to lead and
serve.
 Chapter Secretary, 2010-2011,
o Executed taking minutes and attendance at each weekly meeting. Corresponded with other chapters of
the fraternity to plan service events and fraternity events. Produceda weekly newsletter to the chapter
containing national, district, and chapter events.
Computer Skills:
 Proficientin MicrosoftWindows and Macintosh Operating Systems.
o Ability to troubleshoot in order to fix problems on both systems.
o Experience with personal computers, tablets, and cellular devices.
o Experience with Microsoftofficesuite including Word, Excel,PowerPoint,and Publisher.
 Familiar with social media venues such as Facebook,Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Tumblr, and Blogspot.
 Ability to use baseline website creation generators and use listservs such as Wiggio, Yahoo Groups, and Weebly.
Interests and Other Skills:
I am fascinated with our fast-paced culture and experiencing the newest technology. I enjoy listening and playing music
as wellas traveling, reading, learning, and crafting.