Melissa "Messy" Burrow
Heber City
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in youth mentoring and outdoor leadership, notably as a Leader with Scouting America. Proven ability to organize engaging activities and foster teamwork, while ensuring safety and promoting civic responsibility. Skilled in first aid and adept at problem-solving in high-pressure environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Cub Scout Den Leader
Boy Scout of America/Scouting America
Heber, UT
10.2011 - Current
- Currently serving as Webelos leader in Utah, I have run dens and packs from Tigers to AOLs in Johnson City, TN; South Euclid, OH; and Heber, Utah.
- Organize and lead weekly meetings to encourage Cubs' personal growth, team building, sense of duty, adventure seeking, and desire to serve.
- Coordinate community service events to engage youth in meaningful activities and leadership opportunities.
- Ensure safety protocols for pack activities are known and followed, ensuring participant wellbeing and risk management.
- Facilitated outdoor adventures such as hiking and camping trips, fostering appreciation for nature among scouts and teaching LNT principles.
- Improved parent engagement through transparent communication channels such as newsletters or email updates on Pack and Den accomplishments.
Girl Scout Camp Councilor
Girl Scouts of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
01.1999 - Current
- Positions over the years include Unit Leader, Program Director, Business Director, Assistant Director, and I continue to work as a weekend program/kitchen staff.
- Inspired a lifelong love of learning through diverse experiences within various scouting programs, ultimately leading to well-rounded individuals with strong leadership skills.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to engage scouts in learning about navigation, first aid, survival skills, and other essential topics.
- Ensured safety during camping trips and outdoor events by implementing strict guidelines and emergency protocols.
- Mentored scouts and leaders, fostering teamwork and personal growth through hands-on experiences.
Scout Master
Girls Troop 347
Heber, UT
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Supervised troop meetings, helping youth leaders to foster teamwork and leadership skills among scouts and implement engaging outdoor activities that enhanced scout participation.
- Helped youth leaders to coordinate community service projects, instilling civic responsibility in scouts.
- Encouraged scouts to research safety protocols for outdoor events, ensuring participant well-being.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively to ensure smooth operation of troop meetings, events, and outings.
Assistant Scout Master
World Scout Jamboree
South Korea
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Helped lead training sessions and events for youth to ensure smooth operation, preparedness, and enjoyment of the World Scout Jamboree.
- Encouraged youth to research safety protocols, enhancing risk management during outdoor activities.
- Coordinated and reviewed Medical Forms and other required paperwork.
- Advocated for youth leadership within the troop by encouraging active involvement in decision-making processes at meetings or events.
Education
IOLS -
IOLS
Catalina Island, California06-2024
Brotherhood -
Order of The Arrow
Payson04-2024
Leave No Trace -
LNT Trainers Training
Johnson City09-2015
Wood Badge -
Wood Badge
Johnson City, TN04-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05-2005
Skills
- First aid proficiency
- Outdoor leadership skills
- Scout advancement support
- Camping knowledge
- Activity organization
- Youth mentoring
- Leave no trace principles
- Emergency preparedness
- Team building facilitation
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Assistant Scout Master
World Scout Jamboree
08.2022 - 08.2023
Scout Master
Girls Troop 347
08.2019 - 12.2023
Cub Scout Den Leader
Boy Scout of America/Scouting America
10.2011 - Current
Girl Scout Camp Councilor
Girl Scouts of Utah
01.1999 - Current
IOLS -
IOLS
Brotherhood -
Order of The Arrow
Leave No Trace -
LNT Trainers Training
Wood Badge -
Wood Badge
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
University of Utah