Expertise:
Swimming and safety instruction to all ages: from infants to the elderly
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling to Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Orlando, Florida to visit her family members
Education Degrees:
Associate Degree in Therapy and Psychology, Chesapeake College (1980)
Charity:
Ladies Prayer Band, The Wayside Church; Nanticoke Senior Center; The Salvation Army; Board member of the Ladies Promise Group of her church( they do wonderful work for needy families particularly around Christmas time)
Number Of Years In Profession:
32
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her desire to help students to build their confidence and overcome their fears.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because her mother developed her natural ability to swim and passion for aquatics.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructing students on swimming and water safety
Awards/Honors:
International Youth and Achievement Award (1980); Who's Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges (1978-1979); Don T. Harrison Award; Award, Boy Scouts of America
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Melvin hopes to instruct aqua therapy to senior citizens.