Sara MacMurdo
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dynamic and empathetic with proven leadership skills from Camp Bow Wow. Adept at problem-solving and fostering positive engagement, I have successfully enhanced swimmer performance as an assistant swim coach and swim camp counselor. Committed to safety and excellence, I prioritize detail-oriented practices to ensure a supportive environment for all participants.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Camp Bow Wow Greentree
05.2022 - Current
- Watched over and ensured the safety and comfortability of dogs through their stays. This included feeding, giving water, setting up cabins, baths, making sure all dogs are safe in the yards, and keeping the work area clean.
- Worked the front desk, providing a welcoming face to customers along with providing any information about our facility.
Assistant Swim Coach
Crafton Borough
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Adapted teaching strategies to match developmental age and abilities of students.
- Organized and implemented effective teaching strategies for students as young as 4 years old.
- Collaborated with head coach to create and execute practice plans for various skill levels, resulting in improved swim times.
- Provided constructive feedback to swimmers, leading to increased technical proficiency and stronger performances in competitions.
- Encouraged hard work and sportsmanship to better the swimmer as an athlete and a person.
Swim Camp Counselor
Westminster College
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
- Corrected swimming technique through drills.
- Planned my own short sets for specific practices.
- Demonstrated the aspects of a college swimmer along with representing the team and college as a whole.
Lifeguard
Crafton Borough
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Provided swim lessons to children as young as 3, teaching water safety to proper swimming technique for all four strokes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carlynton Jr-Sr High School
Carnegie, PA06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Westminster College
New Wilmington, PA05-2025
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Hard working
- Goal oriented
- Creative
- Energetic
- Empathetic
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- 3 time All-PAC 2nd team
- 1 time All-PAC honorable mention
- 3 time Academic All-District
- 4 year athletic letter
- Swim team captain
- 4th degree black belt in taekwondo
- Pi sigma pi honors society
- 2 time Gene Nicholson award recipient
- 4 time dean's list
Timeline
Assistant Swim Coach
Crafton Borough
06.2024 - 08.2024
Swim Camp Counselor
Westminster College
07.2022 - 07.2023
Camp Counselor
Camp Bow Wow Greentree
05.2022 - Current
Lifeguard
Crafton Borough
05.2018 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Carlynton Jr-Sr High School
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Westminster College
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