Ryan Wapnowski
Bellingham
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in safety standards compliance, team collaboration, and effective communication. Skilled in customer relationship management and equipment maintenance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Route Setter
VITAL Climbing Gym
Bellingham
06.2019 - Current
- Managed and facilitated the route setting program.
- Inspected and maintained climbing walls, holds, and other equipment to ensure safety standards are met.
- Maintained climbing holds and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Educated visitors about climbing etiquette rules so everyone can have an enjoyable experience.
Climbing Youth Program Manager
VITAL Climbing Gym
Bellingham
06.2013 - Current
- I developed and led the VITAL Youth Climbing Team from the summer of 2013 to the spring of 2022. After living abroad for two years, I returned and continued that work from the summer of 2024 to the present.
- Developed curriculum for diverse climbing programs, enhancing skill development and engagement.
- Managed five youth teams, ages 8 to 18, fostering teamwork and individual growth in climbing.
- Hired and trained multiple assistant coaches to support climbing team operations.
- Any given climbing season, I would be working with 40-50 athletes.
- Facilitated field trips to competitions and outdoor climbing destinations, providing athletes with real-world climbing experiences.
Person in Charge
Community Food Cooperative
Bellingham
04.2005 - Current
- Overseeing the day to day operations of the store.
- Providing excellent service and attention to our shoppers and community.
- Supporting coworkers in their requests and needs.
- Maintaining professional practices that align with the Co-op's values
Elementary School Teacher
The Columbus School
Medellin
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student academic progress and well-being.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Promoted an atmosphere of mutual respect between teachers and students.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pullman High School
Pullman06-2002
Bachelor of Arts -
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WASkills
- Safety standards compliance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Customer relationship management
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical equipment use
- Instructional skills
- Emergency protocols
- Equipment management
Certification
- Bellingham Leadership Program
- SafeSport Training
- CPR/First Aid Training
- Wilderness First Responder Training
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
The Columbus School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Head Route Setter
VITAL Climbing Gym
06.2019 - Current
Climbing Youth Program Manager
VITAL Climbing Gym
06.2013 - Current
Person in Charge
Community Food Cooperative
04.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Pullman High School
Bachelor of Arts -
Western Washington University