Naturalist, Ambassadors of the Environment Georgetown, Grand Cayman January 2023—May 2023
Independently advocated and successfully implemented changes to orientation learning materials across Ritz-Carlton Resorts globally to reflect current sustainability and human rights values
Anticipated guest needs with utmost care and comfort within teams and across departments
At The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman, provided the finest outdoor learning opportunities to guests including mangrove kayaking, snorkeling, underwater photography and wildlife safari
Lab Educator, Gulf of Maine Research Institute Portland, Maine August 2021—June 2022
Operated the LabVenture program within a small team, teaching science data literacy, marine science and climate change to over 10,000 5th and 6th grade students and teachers from Maine each year.
Worked collaboratively with team members to overhaul virtual learning program for classrooms
Actively assisted in cross-departmental projects and roles including technology operations, meeting facilitation and partnerships with educators and indigenous communities of Maine
Educational Technician III, Margaret Murphy Centers for Children Saco, Maine September 2020—August 2021
Administered teaching instruction and behavioral health services to students ages 3 to 22 in a specialized school setting
Created and customized curricular content for students’ Individual Educational Plans to meet state and national education standards
Adapted programs quickly and effectively to students’ health, learning and environment daily
Ecology Educator, The Ecology School Saco, Maine September 2017—October 2018
Led residential, day program and outreach ecology programs for school-age children
Developed and adapted lesson plans for groups of 8 to 13 students on a broad range of science topics, including abiotic and biotic factors in ecology, climate change, food systems and marine life
As Dining Hall Educator, facilitated and planned all meal schedules, food waste reduction strategies, in-meal lessons, theatrical performances and facility maintenance
Worked in site garden to rotate and add dining hall waste to compost, pull weeds and harvest
Naturalist, Tanager Place Cedar Rapids, Iowa June 2017—August 2017
Created and lead place-based nature programs for Camp Tanager
Led groups of 10-16 children ages 6-11, mainly with low-income, urban backgrounds and/or behavioral or health problems, and minimal or no exposure to nature
Created all new 1-hour programs learning observation skills, natural processes and Iowa ecology designed for audience’s background and age
Assisted in other camp duties and roles such as day camp or overnight counselor, hemophilia and diabetes week programs and other camp activities as needed
Youth Outdoor Instructor, Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation DepartmentCedar Rapids, Iowa June 2017—July 2017
Created and led nature programs for various ages at local and state park locations
Created all new 1-hour to 4-hour programs including Tiny Tots Nature Walks for toddlers, Nature Adventures for ages 6-9, and Adventure Hiking Club for ages 10-14
Museum Coordinator, Trailhead Children's Museum September 2015—September 2016 Crested Butte, Colorado
Performed administrative functions of museum including membership and program organization, email correspondence, visitor admittance and museum maintenance
As secondary science teacher, taught summer science classes for ages pre-K, 6-8 and 9-11
Created Summer Camp online registration system for online payment and waiver forms on WordPress
Educational Technician, National Park Service Gunnison, Colorado May 2015—September 2015
Led education programs and guided field trips to Black Canyon National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area for community schools, organizations and events for pre-K to adult ages
Planned and provided programs and field trips for nearby schools on topics of natural sciences
Developed and expanded existing programs to meet Common Core and individual lesson plans
Created new watercolor art program and coordinated CB Wildflower Festival silk batik course
Coordinated movement of groups (15 to 100 students at a time) through difficult terrain and weather
Aquatic Invasive Species Inspector, National Park Service Gunnison, Colorado May 2014—September 2014
Performed watercraft inspection for all vessels entering Blue Mesa Reservoir for invasive species
Performed roves on park trails to perform wildlife surveillance, creel counts and to educate the public and fishermen about aquatic invasive species, state regulations and federal lands
Education Outreach Intern, National Park Service Gunnison, Colorado March 2014—May 2014
Led education programs and guided field trips to Black Canyon National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area for community schools, organizations and events for pre-K to adult ages
Planned and presented education programs and field trips for nearby schools on topics of natural sciences
Developed and expanded existing programs to meet Common Core and individual lesson plans
Coordinated movement of groups (15 to 100+ students) through difficult terrain and weather
Recreation Specialist, Boys & Girls Club Cedar Rapids, Iowa September 2013—October 2013
Monitored groups of up to 70 children ages 4 to 14 in afterschool program for youths
Supervised and led activities including meals, indoor/outdoor play, games, park visits, homework “power hour” and check-in/check-out of program
Public Outreach Intern, East Central Iowa Council of Governments Cedar Rapids, Iowa June 2013—September 2013
Developed and implemented public outreach, new website and press releases for the Indian Creek Watershed Management Authority (ICWMA), a multi-agency environmental nonprofit dedicated to flood prevention and water quality restoration of the watershed
Mentor, Community Corrections Improvement Association Cedar Rapids, Iowa October 2012—April 2013
Mentored for Children of Promise, an after-school small group with 3-4 middle school boys offering constructive games and activities to promote cooperation, leadership, academics and good behavior
Student Colleague, Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, Iowa October 2011—May 2013
Peer tutor and mentor at the Academic Center for Excellence for religious studies courses and college course writing
Provided tutoring, study strategies, concept development, paper reviews, and editing
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department Cedar Rapids, Iowa June 2006—August 2008
Taught groups of children ages 6-9 in beginner to intermediate swimming