Micah Vawter
Walla Walla,WA
Summary
Motivated honors student with a strong work ethic. Valuable leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Competed at a national level in both precision marksmanship and instrumental music performance. Reliable and dedicated team player, with diverse job experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Handler
Kaheaku Family
02.2024 - Current
Working with a large, active German Shepherd, running long distances and playing games to expend energy and increase physical fitness. Teaching obedience and basic commands by utilizing positive reinforcement techniques and maintaining consistency.
Private Music Instructor
Gear Family
12.2023 - Current
Teaching saxophone technique, style, and theory to an 8th-grade student, using diverse genres of music, targeted exercises and consistent practice routines.
Certified Lifeguard
YMCA
05.2021 - Current
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool activities and enforcing rules, using proactive lifeguarding techniques and maintaining a watchful eye on swimmers.
- Improved pool cleanliness by regularly testing water quality and adjusting chemical levels as needed, both at the indoor YMCA pool and the outdoor Milton Freewater pool.
- Managed emergency situations efficiently, both in and outside the water, working closely with other lifeguards to secure the area and provide necessary support. Performed timely rescues and administered first aid when necessary.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Scorekeeper, Trap Filler
Walla Walla Gun Club
03.2021 - 03.2022
Scored trap shooting competitions, refilled clay throwing machines, and assisted with hosting trap shooting competitions
Education
Graduating High School Senior
Walla Walla High School
Walla Walla, WA06.2024
Skills
- Team leadership and management
- Emergency response and crisis management
- Time management and multitasking under pressure
- Long-term focus and effort
- Coaching and teaching all experience levels
- Strong communicator, as a peer and as a leader
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
Rifle Marksmanship Officer / Rifle Teams Captain, Walla Walla High School JROTC, 2023-2024
- I am a cadet Major in charge of more than 70 cadets and 3 nationally competitive rifle teams. I create training plans, coordinate events, manage competitions, and help with battalion staff.
- Over 20 hours of community service, including assisting at the Gold Star Memorial Dedication, Veterans Day Parades and Assemblies, and JROTC Booster Club Banquets
- Received invitation to, and will compete in the Junior Olympics National Championship match
- League Champion for Cascade Drill League Precision Air Rifle
- 1st place in CMP state championships
- 2nd place team in Junior Olympic air rifle in 2023 and 2024.
Company Commander, Cadet First Lieutenant, Walla Walla High School JROTC, 2022-2023
- 1st place individual in A class 2022 for Junior Olympic state championships,
- 1st place team in Junior Olympic air rifle in 2022
- Scottish Rite of Freemasons Award: Awarded for winning the Scottish Rite competition involving academics, character, and leadership in Junior ROTC.
- Outstanding JROTC Company Weirach Award
- JROTC Academic Excellence Award
- JROTC Distinguished Service Medal
- American Legion Medal for Scholastic Excellence
Squad Leader, Cadet Staff Sergeant, Walla Walla High School JROTC, 2021-2022
- Sons of Union Veterans Medal for Outstanding Service
- JROTC Marksmanship Expert Badge
- JROTC Marksman of the Year
- JROTC Cadet of the Month
Western International Band Clinic
- 1st Chair, Alto Saxophone, in the top honor band, Thunderbird, 2022
- 7th Chair, Alto Saxophone, in the Firebird Honor Band, 2023
All-State Wind Ensemble
- 1st Chair, Alto Saxophone, in the Washington All-State top honor band, 2024
CMBEA Solo and Ensemble Competition
- Placed 1st at the rationals and advanced to the State competition in both 2022 and 2023
Walla Walla Valley Bands
- Providing free concerts to the community, with over 230 hours of service including practices, performances, and parades.
- Performed for various Veteran's homes and Assisted Living facilities
- Performed as a part of four different bands: The Mill Creek Jazz Band, the Concert Band, the Blue Note Jazz Quartet, and the Walla Walla University Jazz Band
Walla Walla Catholic Parishes
- Over 60 hours of community service, including altar serving, altar server training, and assisting at special events
Ruffles and Rifles 4-H Club
- Represented Washington State at the 4-H National Shooting Sports Competition in 2022.
- Over 60 hours of service, including serving as my club's president, running meetings, planning activities, and instructing younger club members
Certification
- JROTC Marksmanship Instructor, Civilian Marksmanship Program: Certified in air rifle marksmanship safety, range management and training in accordance with applicable JROTC regulations.
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, American Red Cross: First Aid, CPR, AED, water rescue, and emergency response certified.
Timeline
Dog Handler
Kaheaku Family
02.2024 - Current
Private Music Instructor
Gear Family
12.2023 - Current
Certified Lifeguard
YMCA
05.2021 - Current
Scorekeeper, Trap Filler
Walla Walla Gun Club
03.2021 - 03.2022
Graduating High School Senior
Walla Walla High School