Meghan Stackhouse
(Relocating Aug, 2025) Stanford,CA
Summary
Certified fitness professional and passionate teaching assistant with experience in one-on-one and large group settings. Adept at driving sales and highly focused on tailoring programs to meet diverse client and student needs. Seeking a role that integrates my background in health, wellness, and nutrition with my commitment to helping individuals reach meaningful, personalized goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Personal Trainer
Crunch Fitness
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Built and maintained a diverse client base of ~60 individuals aged 20-80 by conducting fitness assessments, goal-based consultations, and delivering customized training programs paired with nutritional guidance.
- Led one-on-one coaching focused on proper technique, injury prevention, and recovery, while adapting plans in real time for clients with joint issues, chronic conditions, or injuries.
- Drove training revenue and supported gym-wide sales efforts by converting complimentary consultations into paid recurring packages.
- Conducted progress evaluations, tracked performance metrics, and maintained clear client communication, contributing to high retention, improved satisfaction, and expanded gym membership loyalty.
Group Fitness Instructor
Crunch Fitness
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Instructed a wide range of group fitness class formats, serving 10-30 members per class across varying skill levels and age groups (16-80).
- Designed innovative, structured routines that improved cardiovascular health, strength, and mobility, consistently increasing attendance and participant retention through relationship building and social media promotion.
- Demonstrated exercises with clear visual instruction and offered real-time modifications, fostering a safe, accessible environment while personalizing feedback and reinforcement to support individual progress.
Member Service Representative
Crunch Fitness
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered exceptional front desk service by greeting all members and guests with enthusiasm, handling high volumes of inquiries, and maintaining a clean, organized facility in alignment with sanitation and safety protocols, including biohazard procedures.
- Consistently exceeded monthly sales targets by effectively presenting membership tiers, conducting persuasive facility tours, and executing VFP call outreach to convert prospective leads into active members.
- Effectively navigated the cancellation process by offering tailored solutions such as membership freezes or plan adjustments, consistently improving member retention.
Classroom Assistant (Field Practicum)
Huntington Elementary School
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Delivered individualized and small group academic support to K–6 students, helping them develop core skills in reading, pronunciation, spelling, and basic math through targeted instruction and reinforcement of classroom lessons.
- Supported differentiated instruction and Culturally Sustaining Practices (CSP) by incorporating inclusive materials and adapting lessons to reflect students’ diverse backgrounds, needs, and learning styles.
- Aided students with special needs by promoting full participation in classroom activities, contributing to IEP development, and fostering a safe, emotionally supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in the classroom integration of new and emerging educational technologies, helping students and teachers navigate digital tools to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
Music Instructor
Castellano's House of Music
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Delivered individualized instruction to ~15 students aged 5–65, both in-person and virtually, across all major orchestral instruments and vocals, from beginner to advanced levels.
- Designed personalized lesson plans based on student strengths and weaknesses, incorporating music theory, sight-reading, and general appreciation to support skill development and audition preparation.
- Organized student recitals to showcase progress, foster confidence, and celebrate achievements.
- Provided regular progress assessments and constructive feedback during one-on-one sessions, while maintaining consistent communication with parents/guardians regarding scheduling, materials, and student growth.
Private Music Tutor
Tri-M Music Honor Society
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Mentored a middle school student weekly, delivering individualized instruction in music theory and instrumental practice.
- Fostered measurable improvement in performance and confidence through consistent one-on-one lessons.
- Demonstrated leadership and accountability by independently managing scheduling, parent communication, and a year-long service commitment.
Bakery Assistant & Cashier
La Dolce Italian Bakery
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated flexibility and teamwork by mastering multiple roles across baking, decorating, merchandising, and cashiering, contributing to increased sales and smooth daily operations.
- Maintained a clean, efficient kitchen environment by following proper food safety protocols and hygiene practices during all stages of baking and prep.
- Assisted in product display setup and restocking, ensuring baked goods remained fresh and attractively presented to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Balanced front- and back-of-house duties, from baking and packaging to making product recommendations to personalize customer service and increase return visits.
Hostess & Phone Operator
Ciro's Pizza Cafe
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Balanced high-volume responsibilities by managing phone lines, greeting guests, and coordinating reservations and to-go orders with accuracy and professionalism.
- Delivered friendly, knowledgeable customer service by clearly communicating menu specials, pricing details, and accurate wait times, ensuring guests felt informed and valued throughout their visit.
- Maintained a polished, clean and inviting lobby environment through consistent cleaning, restocking, and completion of opening and closing duties.
Cashier & Phone Order Clerk
Domenico's Pizzeria
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Delivered fast, friendly service as the first point of contact for customers, taking phone and in-person orders, upselling specials, and clearly communicating menu details and wait times.
- Provided cross-functional support in both front- and back-of-house roles, including food prep, oven monitoring, and maintaining cleanliness across all customer-facing and kitchen areas.
- Worked collaboratively with shift teammates and helped onboard new staff by sharing effective techniques for order handling, multitasking, and delivering consistent customer service.
Education
No Degree - Inclusive Elementary And Special Education
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
Staten Island Technical High School
Staten Island, NY06-2022
Skills
- Corrective Exercise Strategies
- Pre-and Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
- Adaptable Teaching Styles
- Class Coordination
- Dietary Restriction Assistance
- Allergy Awareness
- Client Retention Strategies
- Social Media Promotion
- Point of Sale (POS) System Operations
- Basic Orchestral Instrument Proficiency
Certification
- Crunch Fitness Specialty Class Certifications (Accelerate HIIT, Beach Workout Arms & Abs, Beach Workout Legs, Core, & More, Cardio Sculpt. Circ HIIT, Extreme HIIT, Heavy Metal HIIT, HIIT the Bells, Ignite 20, Iron Mat Pilates, P3 Pilates, Punch HIIT, Ripped Pilates, Slow Burn, Strong HIIT, Tabata HIIT, The Push Point, Top to Bottom Burnout, Zip HIIT)
- ISSA Certified Nutritional Coach (Jun 2024 - May 2026)
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (May 2024 - May 2026)
- ISSA T3 High Intensity Interval Training Workouts Certification (May 2024 - May 2026)
- ISSA CPR & AED Certified (Mar 2024 - Mar 2026)
Accomplishments & Awards
- “Sweat into Summer” Fitness Challenge - Won 1st place in a 12-week bodybuilding and nutrition competition at Crunch Fitness, ranking 1st out of 33 participants in muscle retention and fat loss; awarded a $1,700 prize. (Jun 2025)
- Academic Merit Scholarship - Received a $4,000 per semester tuition scholarship at Syracuse University for maintaining a Dean’s List GPA. (Fall 2022, Spring 2023)
- Syracuse University Dean's List - Achieved a high GPA each semester of attendance, resulting in academic honors and scholarship awards. (Fall 2022, Spring 2023)
- Regional Marching Band Champions - Contributed to Staten Island Tech's marching band winning the Regional Division for 3 consecutive years. (2019, 2020, 2021)
Affiliations
- Team Captain - Walk to End Lupus Now, The Lupus Foundation of America (April 2024 - Present)
- Member - Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority (Alpha Chapter), Syracuse University (Jan 2023 - Present)
- Member - Oxfam America, Syracuse University (Sep 2022 - Dec 2023)
- Member - Pride Union, Syracuse University (Aug 2022 - Dec 2023)
- Peer Tutor - Tri M Music Honor Society, Staten Island Technical High School (Nov 2020 - Jun 2021)
Timeline
Group Fitness Instructor
Crunch Fitness
08.2024 - 08.2025
Certified Personal Trainer
Crunch Fitness
05.2024 - 08.2025
Member Service Representative
Crunch Fitness
01.2024 - 08.2025
Classroom Assistant (Field Practicum)
Huntington Elementary School
09.2022 - 05.2023
Music Instructor
Castellano's House of Music
02.2021 - 11.2021
Private Music Tutor
Tri-M Music Honor Society
11.2020 - 06.2021
Bakery Assistant & Cashier
La Dolce Italian Bakery
06.2020 - 09.2020
Hostess & Phone Operator
Ciro's Pizza Cafe
06.2019 - 09.2019
Cashier & Phone Order Clerk
Domenico's Pizzeria
07.2018 - 10.2018
No Degree - Inclusive Elementary And Special Education
Syracuse University
High School Diploma -
Staten Island Technical High School