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Denver, Colorado, United States

Pueblo, Colorado, United States

• Designed an interactive and informative black-footed ferret exhibit, utilizing innovative educational techniques to enhance the guest experience.• Developed detailed expense reports to assess the feasibility of the project and ensure responsible use of departmental resources.• Implemented best educational practices to increase guest engagement and conservation-related behaviors. • Organized progress and development meetings to ensure the quality and viability of work. • Established and maintained relationships with relevant government agencies for project guidance and obtain necessary permits for housing black-footed ferrets.

Pueblo, Colorado, United States

• Delivered educational material at scheduled keeper talks to a wide range of audience members, including answering questions from guests. • Utilized a variety of interpretive strategies to convey information about different animals in an engaging and approachable manner. • Educated guests on Pueblo Zoo’s role in the conservation of species and helped spread their mission to Empower guests to engage in the conservation of animals and their natural habitat.

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

I taught four total semesters with varying disciplines ranging from introductory-level biology to higher-level zoology courses. • Developed and implemented outcome-based interpretive strategies for students, resulting in increased engagement and understanding.• Mentored students by offering instruction and resources to help them meet course expectations. • Demonstrated strong interpersonal connection skills to motivate students of all levels of scientific knowledge or background. • Evaluated and provided feedback to other TAs at various levels to maintain high interpretation skills throughout the team.• Collaborated with other education program areas to ensure consistent interpretive standards and alignment with department goals.• Embraced diversity, equity, and inclusivity principles to cultivate a culture of student motivation and inclusive pedagogy. • Ensured student success through clear communication of expectations and providing detailed feedback.

Denver, Colorado, United States

• Supported Denver Zoos’ mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations by interacting with guests and inspiring them to act in support of conservation.• Interacted with zoo guests in multiple settings including Lorikeet Adventure and live animal demonstrations to increase engagement and understanding. • Utilized age-appropriate messaging frameworks to guide the development of interpretive strategies for programs, adapting approaches to fit the needs of diverse audiences.• Conducted research and gathered stories about animals and conservation programs to inform interpretive messaging and connect with a broad audience.

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

• Developed a wide range of guest engagement programs including animal encounters, exhibit presentations, and live demonstrations. • Oversaw and evaluated volunteer-run educational programming. • Trained volunteers on proper animal husbandry practices and techniques.

Longmont, Colorado, United States

• Developed and implemented training protocols and procedures as needed, ensuring that all staff had the necessary skills and knowledge to provide high-quality work. • Tracked work site performance and developed strategies to increase employee retention. • Developed an easy-to-use system for work site reporting and customer feedback.• Partnered with the company owner to develop strategies for marketing, work site performance reviews, and overhead management. • Created a workplace culture of cooperation, strong customer service, and expectation for professionalism and attention to detail.

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

• Provided care for raptors including food preparation, extensive enclosure cleaning/disinfection, and handling. • Performed maintenance tasks on both enclosures and center facilities. • Documented records of each enclosure I serviced with a high level of detail to ensure that even small changes in the physical or behavioral aspects of the birds are being recorded for possible health concerns.

Professional Science Masters, Zoo, Aquarium, And Animal Shelter Management

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Zoology/Animal Biology