Higher Education
Melena Walter
Montgomery County Community College
Elkins Park,PA
7
Years of experience
1
Certification
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Student Support Assistant
1 MonthSubstitute Teacher
1 Year 8 Months- Deliver instruction and maintain positive classroom environments for students in grades K–12 while adapting to diverse school settings, collaborating with educators, and demonstrating strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Building Substitute
2 Months- Recruited to serve as a Building Substitute immediately following student teaching; delivered classroom instruction and special education learning support for students in grades K–6 across all 15 elementary schools in the Central Bucks School District.
Communications & Outreach Intern
1 Year- Supported neuroinclusive employment initiatives through community outreach, stakeholder engagement, CRM management, and collaboration with employers, university partners, and community organizations to strengthen workforce partnerships.
- Developed marketing and communication materials, coordinated events and networking initiatives, and created digital content to increase program awareness, engagement, and community connections.
Student Teacher
9 Months- Planned and delivered standards-based health and physical education instruction across elementary, middle, and high school settings while maintaining a full-time teaching schedule by designing engaging lessons, differentiating instruction, integrating technology, assessing student learning, and collaborating with educators to foster inclusive learning environments.
- Field Placements 2022–2026: Pocopson Elementary School
- Unionville Elementary School
- Stetson Middle School
- Sandy Run Middle School
- Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
- Whitemarsh Elementary School
Office Associate & Proctor
1 Year- Provided administrative support by assisting students, faculty, and staff; managing confidential records, scheduling appointments, responding to office inquiries, and supporting daily office operations in a fast-paced university environment. Coordinated and proctored accommodated examinations by implementing accessibility procedures, maintaining accurate documentation, safeguarding confidential information, and ensuring compliance with university policies and testing protocols.
Lead Teacher
1 Year 4 Months- Led inclusive physical education instruction for children ages 5–21 with diverse abilities while mentoring university students, adapting curriculum, and promoting participation across gym and aquatic settings.
University Lifeguard and Recreation Attendant
2 Years- Recreation Attendant: Supported the daily operations of a high-traffic university recreation center by providing exceptional customer service, managing front desk operations, overseeing facility access and equipment distribution, and fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests.
- University Lifeguard: Ensured a safe and positive aquatic environment by monitoring facilities, enforcing safety standards, responding to emergencies, and collaborating with campus recreation staff to promote participant safety.
Aquatics Supervisor
5 Months- Assisted with daily aquatic facility operations by managing admissions, processing program fees, maintaining membership records, and providing customer service while ensuring accurate documentation and efficient front desk operations.
University Senator
9 MonthsAssistant Teacher
4 Months- Supported daily classroom operations for children ages 3 months–5 years by fostering a safe, engaging learning environment while collaborating with teachers and communicating with families.
Aquatics Director
3 Years- Directed daily aquatics operations by recruiting, training, supervising, and mentoring lifeguards and instructors; coordinating staff schedules, programming, and safety compliance; and collaborating with camp leadership and families to deliver high-quality, inclusive programming for children ages 3–15.
Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, and Sales Associate
3 Years 10 Months- Earned increasing responsibility across multiple roles as a Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, and Sales Associate by delivering individualized and adaptive swim instruction for participants ages 4 months–65 years while supporting daily administrative and front desk operations, coordinating lesson enrollment and scheduling, maintaining customer records, and building lasting relationships with families in a high-volume swim school.
Emergency Room Volunteer
2 Years 10 MonthsSkills
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Canva
CRM Systems
Administrative: Record & Document Management
Scheduling & Calendar Management
Data Entry
Inventory Management
Budget Management
Treasury & Financial Record keeping
Digital Content Development
Email Marketing
Social Media Content Creation
Certification
Pennsylvania Instructional I Teaching Certificate (PK–12 Health & Physical Education), American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen Administration
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Health And Physical Education
High School Diploma
Extracurricular Activities
- Neurodiversity Employment Network of Philadelphia (2025-Present)
- Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) Member (2025–Present)
- Golden Rams Society, West Chester University (2025–2026)
- Alice’s Circle Member, West Chester University (2025–2026)
- Society of Health and Physical Educators of Pennsylvania (SHAPE PA) Member (2025–Present)
- West Chester University College of Education & Social Work (CESW) Scholarship Recipient (4 awards, 2024–2026)
- West Chester University Student Government Association (SGA) Senator, Law Committee (2024–2025)
- West Chester University Adapted HPE Club/Health & Physical Education Club Member (2022–2026)
Timeline
Student Support Assistant
Montgomery County Community College
10.2026 - CurrentRead More
Building Substitute
Central Bucks School District
04.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Aquatics Supervisor
Cheltenham Township Parks and Recreation
03.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Student Teacher
West Chester University Student Teacher Certification Program
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Substitute Teacher
STS and Kelly Education
05.2025 - 01.2027Read More
Communications & Outreach Intern
Neurodiversity Employment Network of Philadelphia
05.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Assistant Teacher
SMG Clubhouse
10.2024 - 02.2025Read More
University Senator
West Chester University Student Government Association
08.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Office Associate & Proctor
Office of Educational Accessibility
05.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Lead Teacher
West Chester University Adapted Physical Activity Program
01.2024 - 05.2025Read More
University Lifeguard and Recreation Attendant
West Chester University Campus Recreation
05.2023 - 05.2025Read More
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor Of Science from Health And Physical Education
08.2022 - 05.2026Read More
Aquatics Director
Ramah Day Camp
01.2021 - 01.2024Read More
Emergency Room Volunteer
Abington Jefferson Hospital
10.2019 - 08.2022Read More
Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, and Sales Associate
Kids First Swim Schools
10.2019 - 08.2023Read More
Cheltenham High School
High School Diploma
08.2018 - 06.2022Read More