Ryan McGinley
Pittsburgh
Summary
Simultaneously, a student and a skilled professional. Compassionate employee and classmate, focused on making collaboration and communication a priority in order to succeed. Across numerous different fields of interpersonal work and hands-on learning, gaining significant experience in problem-solving, organization, and leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After School Program Counselor
Greater Pittsburgh YMCA
Pittsburgh
01.2025 - Current
- Working as an after-school program counselor, watching after kids in grades K-12, and leading activities to help foster relationships.
Manager
Naturally Good Foods & Cafe
Montauk
06.2020 - Current
- Began working as a cashier, waitress and inventory stocker 5 summers ago
- Each year ensuring an exceptional dining experience for customers & tourists
- Promoted to Managerial position this summer as a result of exceptional ability to collaborate with coworkers and exceed the expectations of the customers
Babysitter
Various Local Families
09.2018 - Current
- Watching over kids ranging from 6 months old to 8 years old, from different families around my neighborhood, listening to and learning from communicating with young kids and their parents.
Education
Diploma -
Clarkstown High School North
New City, NY06.2022
Bachelor's in Social Work -
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04.2026
Skills
- Proficient in building relationships
- Active listening skills
- Respectful of diverse perspectives
- Skilled in high-pressure situations, easily adaptable
Awards
National Honors Society 2022
Became a member of the NHS as a junior and senior in high school. Serving as the Vice President of in-school community service.
University of Pittsburgh Dean's List - 2022, 2024
Earned a spot on the Pitt Dean’s List for academic achievement.
Volunteer Experience
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, 2023 - present
Working as a shopping buddy in the Food Bank’s Market store, where people can come in to receive supplemental food supplies. Meeting and connecting with strangers in the community.
Election Volunteering with the Pittsburgh College Democrats, 2024 - present
Canvassing, handing out candidate literature at the polls, informing people on how to vote and when.
Sojourner’s House, Pittsburgh, PA, 2025
Visiting with mothers and children that are residing in the halfway house, discussing triumphs and struggles of rehabilitation, as well as making crafts and creating projects.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- French, High school level experience
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society - 2022
- University of Pittsburgh, Dean's List of Academic Success - 2022 & 2024
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification - 2025
Affiliations
Oakland Outreach, University of Pittsburgh, 2023 - present
Attend meetings, help with volunteer work in the Oakland area and spread awareness of mental health issues and resources. In 2024, joined the E-Board of this club as the Mental Health Liaison.BASW Club - University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh College Democrats, University of Pittsburgh, 2023 - present
Get involved with my community, help register people to vote, educate myself and other young voters on policy & local candidates for the upcoming election.
BASW Club, University of Pittsburgh, 2023
The BASW Club at Pitt represents the Bachelor’s in Social Work students. Together, we meet to discuss our classes and goals as well as the ways that help to grow the community and outreach.
Timeline
After School Program Counselor
Greater Pittsburgh YMCA
01.2025 - Current
Manager
Naturally Good Foods & Cafe
06.2020 - Current
Babysitter
Various Local Families
09.2018 - Current
Diploma -
Clarkstown High School North
Bachelor's in Social Work -
University of Pittsburgh
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