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“If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement, and mystery of the world we live in.” ― Rachel CarsonSpecialties: Elementary Education, Elementary Science Ed., STEM, Environmental Education, Earth Science, Place-Based Learning, Natural History, Interpretation, Waldorf Education
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Grades TeacherMountain Phoenix Community School Aug 2016 - PresentWheat Ridge, Colorado, UsWaldorf Charter SchoolTeach developmentally appropriate curriculum based on Waldorf-Steiner pedagogy. Create lessons and activities that encourage holistic, creative learning, and integrate Colorado academic standards. Develop relationships and community, as well as assess student progress by teaching the same students for up to five years.
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Program Specialist TosaWindy Peak Outdoor Lab Aug 2015 - PresentManage curriculum and instruction of outdoor science education programs. Incorporate bestpractices, place-based learning, environmental literacy, 20th century learning, district andNGSS standards in order to improve current curriculum. Network and partner with state andnational environmental organizations. Model master teaching to interns, and high schoolstudents instructing classes for 6th graders.
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Program Director TosaWindy Peak Outdoor Lab- Jeffco Public Schools Aug 2012 - Jun 2015Train, manage, and support high school students and college age interns leading residentialoutdoor education programming. Teach, develop, maintain, and align curriculum centered onnature exploration, instructional best practices, and district standards. Organized andfacilitated professional development with staff in effective instructional practice, sciencecontent, group management, differentiation, assessment, feedback, diversity, and careerdevelopment.
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Reading Interventionist/Tutor- Special EducationJefferson County Public Schools Oct 2011 - Jun 2012Teach reading and math to 1st -8th grade special education students. Use the Wilson Reading System, Just Words, Quick Reads, and a host of other structured language programs to help students with severe learning disabilities and social-emotional issues acquire and improve reading and writing skills.
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6Th Grade Earth Science TeacherCentury Middle School Aug 2007 - Jun 2010Taught 5 sections of 28 to 35 6th grade students Earth Science curriculum. Developed and implemented standards-based lessons using differentiation to meet the individual needs of a diverse student population. Promoted a positive, student centered classroom, encouraging creative thinking through cooperative learning and active classroom participation.
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Science InstructorColorado State University Aug 2006 - May 2007Fort Collins, Co, UsFacilitated 200+ hands-on physics projects that traveled to K-12 schools with a team of undergraduate interns. Created low-budget projects designed to help students explore science. Assisted with teacher workshops centered on improving atmospheric science curriculum in schools. 2006-2007 Xcel Energy Future Science Teacher grant awarded. -
Student TeacherJourneys School Jan 2006 - May 2006students with mixed abilities using a variety of instructional methods including cooperative, and experiential place-based learning. Planned and implemented integrated, thematic lessons. Tutored students with math and reading challenges.
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Teaching InternMartensen Elementary Aug 2005 - Dec 2005Assisted with individual and classroom instruction of 6th grade students. Tutored students with reading needs and focused on using assessment to inform instruction. Designed and implemented lessons for the 6th grade classroom.
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Librarian And Instructional ParaprofessionalLab School For Creative Learning Poudre School District Aug 2003 - May 2005Directed all library programs for 135 students grades K-6. Managed media resources and circulation, taught library programs, purchased books, organized student and parent volunteers, and managed school Accelerated Reader Program. Assisted with classroom and individual instruction and prepared teaching resources. Monitored students at lunch, recess, and after school.
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Administrative AssistantKeystone Science School May 2002 - Aug 2003Performed administrative and teaching duties for the Classroom Access to Science Education and Discovery Camp programs. Assisted Outreach Coordinator and Camp Director with client communications, logistics, curriculum planning, marketing, development, and database management.
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Field Science TeacherKeystone Science School Aug 2000 - May 2002Taught experiential science education for 3rd to 12th grade students in field and classroom settings. Led groups of 8 to 12 students in explorations of Colorado ecology, earth science, aquatics, snow science, and environmental issues. Designed, improved, and implemented field science curriculum aligned with Colorado K-12 Standards.
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Child Care WorkerMissoula Youth Homes Sep 1999 - Feb 2000Supervised daily activities for high risk youth, ages fourteen to eighteen living in a short-term group home. Engaged in informal therapeutic interactions surrounding emotional issues, family crisis, substance abuse, and life skills.
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Americorps Volunteer CoordinatorAction Services Aug 1996 - May 1998Coordinator for the University of Montana student-community volunteer outreach program. Established networking relationships with Missoula environmental, education, and public health non-profits. Engaged in volunteer recruitment, large project leadership, office organization, fundraising, and outreach.
Cara Olivenza Skills
Cara Olivenza Education Details
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GradalisElementary Education And Teaching -
University Of Northern ColoradoTeaching; Elementary Education
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University Of Northern ColoradoElementary Education
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University Of MontanaLiberal Studies; Environmental Studies
Frequently Asked Questions about Cara Olivenza
What company does Cara Olivenza work for?
Cara Olivenza works for Mountain Phoenix Community School
What is Cara Olivenza's role at the current company?
Cara Olivenza's current role is Waldorf Grades Teacher.
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What schools did Cara Olivenza attend?
Cara Olivenza attended Gradalis, University Of Northern Colorado, University Of Northern Colorado, University Of Montana.
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Cara Olivenza has skills like Environmental Education, Natural History, Elementary Education, Earth Science, Teaching, Science, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Literacy, Curriculum Development.
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