Zachary G. Gruchow
Grand Rapids
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in firearms instruction seeking a position at Long Range Archery and Firearms. Proven ability to enhance client skills through tailored training programs and hands-on demonstrations. Proficient in equipment maintenance and safety protocols, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with industry standards. Strong communicator adept at fostering a supportive learning environment and promoting responsible use of firearms.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firearms Instructor
Barracks 616
12.2022 - 12.2025
- Delivered basic to comprehensive firearms safety training, enhancing student safety, confidence and understanding.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to varying skill levels, ensuring effective learning outcomes.
- Conducted regular drills, cold starts, evaluations of student performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Write and teach classes on advanced shooting techniques, fostering skill development in experienced participants, geared towards home defense, concealed carry, and competition shooting sports.
Social Worker
Forestview Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2019
Addictions Counselor
Nupoint Services
10.2017 - 01.2018
Psychologist/Therapist
Compass Wellness Center
09.2016 - 10.2017
Student
GVSU & WMU
08.2010 - 04.2016
Human Intelligence Collector
US Army, Fort Hood, TX
11.2004 - 02.2010
Education
Limited License Psychologist and Licensed Professional Counselor -
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIBachelor’s in Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MIAssociates in Arts - Philosophy
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Firearms safety
- Instructional skills
- Tactical training
- Defensive shooting
- Concealed carry
- Handgun proficiency
- Firearm selection
- First aid training
- Weapon maintenance
- Close quarters combat
Certification
USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Firearms Instructor
Barracks 616
12.2022 - 12.2025
Social Worker
Forestview Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2019
Addictions Counselor
Nupoint Services
10.2017 - 01.2018
Psychologist/Therapist
Compass Wellness Center
09.2016 - 10.2017
Student
GVSU & WMU
08.2010 - 04.2016
Human Intelligence Collector
US Army, Fort Hood, TX
11.2004 - 02.2010
Bachelor’s in Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Associates in Arts - Philosophy
Grand Rapids Community College
Limited License Psychologist and Licensed Professional Counselor -
Western Michigan University
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Military Veteran, US Army Section Leader in US Army
- provided guidance to subordinates in the form of monthly counseling, goal setting, and progress monitoring
- Developed relationships with Iraqi and Afghan local nationals, security personnel, military officers, and government officials
- Trained to build rapport with and motivate individuals under ideal and harsh conditions
- Combat Veteran who deployed with the 101st Airborne Division and SOCOM
- Firearms Training and Qualifications
- 5 years of firearms training in the Army and 15 years recreational shooting as a civilian
- USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor
- Counseling Psychology
- Former Counselor and Master’s Level Psychologist
- Provided therapy, diagnosis, counseling, and life coaching to hundreds of divergent individuals
- A decade of Hospitality and Sales experience
Combat Action Badge
Awarded to Combat Veterans in War