Carolyn Crew
Helping Young People Grow Through Leadership, Service, And Learning
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Educator and youth leader with nearly a decade of experience teaching and mentoring elementary, middle, and high school students through Scouting programs. Experienced guiding young people in leadership development, personal growth, civic responsibility, ethics, and community engagement while bringing more than 25 years of professional experience in communications, project coordination, and relationship building.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Scoutmaster & Merit Badge Counselor
Troop 359
01.2021 - Current
- Mentor and guide middle and high school students in leadership development, personal growth, civic responsibility, ethical decision-making, community service, and outdoor adventure programs.
- Teach Citizenship in Society, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communications, and other merit badge programs through discussion-based and experiential learning.
- Facilitate activities for diverse learning styles and developmental levels while developing confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Cub Scout Den Leader
Pack 359
01.2016 - Current
- Planned and delivered weekly educational programs for students in grades 1–6.
- Designed hands-on learning activities integrating art, STEM, citizenship, and outdoor education.
Project Coordinator & Designer
PJ Stofanak’s
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Guided homeowners through design decisions, coordinated projects, and managed client relationships.
- Created custom design solutions, technical drawings, and visual presentations for residential clients.
- Coordinated contractors, vendors, schedules, and installations.
- Managed multiple projects while maintaining strong client relationships.
Manager & Interior Designer
Ebert Furniture Gallery
01.2003 - 01.2022
- Led residential, hospitality, and commercial projects while managing operations and client engagement.
- Built long-term client relationships through communication, service, and creative problem solving..
- Managed showroom operations, scheduling, and project coordination.
- Mentored clients through complex decision-making processes and project development.
Marketing Communications Manager
Lehigh University
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Supported initiatives enhancing student leadership engagement and community involvement.
- Promoted programs fostering campus life and active participation.
- Collaborated with administrators, staff, and student leaders to align efforts.
Education
B.S. - Design & Merchandising
Drexel University
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Civic Education
- Leadership Development
- Classroom Facilitation
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Youth mentoring
- Volunteer management
- Program planning
- Activity organization
- Community relations
- Program delivery
Certification
Pursuing Pennsylvania teaching certification through an approved alternative pathway.
Timeline
Project Coordinator & Designer
PJ Stofanak’s
01.2022 - 01.2026
Assistant Scoutmaster & Merit Badge Counselor
Troop 359
01.2021 - Current
Cub Scout Den Leader
Pack 359
01.2016 - Current
Manager & Interior Designer
Ebert Furniture Gallery
01.2003 - 01.2022
Marketing Communications Manager
Lehigh University
01.2000 - 01.2003
B.S. - Design & Merchandising
Drexel University