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Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

- Develop innovative approaches that connect people with animals to inspire a love of the natural world- Promote, develop, design, and oversee the summer camp program- Develop collaborative partnerships and coordinate programs to educate members of the community- Promote education opportunities for marginalized youth and local communities

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

-Served in leadership position as Grade Level Content Lead (GLCL), writing and developing high rigor, state standard-aligned curriculum for 6th grade science classes-Managed other 6th grade science teachers through classroom coaching, gradebook supervising, and leading internalization of lessons-Designed assessments and use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices-Implemented student-facing lessons as 6th grade classroom teacher, differentiating instruction for students in need of accommodation and modification-Met with administrative leaders (principals, Deans of Students) and parents on a regular basis to discuss student behavior and academic progress-High school soccer coach

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

-Designed, incentivized, and facilitated exclusive membership programs such as zoo tours and behind the scenes animal encounters for Experience-tier guests -Tracked and organized sales data through Microsoft Excel -Surveyed zoo guests on effectiveness and impact of educational experiences offered-Sold memberships, day passes, and ride tickets as a member of the Admissions Team

Palco, Kansas, United States

-Constructed brand new 6th through 12th grade life science curricula from scratch, ensuring alignment with state and common core standards-Organized environmental education field trips to local state parks to invest students in stewardship of natural places -High school cheer coach; Science Olympiad sponsor

Independence, Mo

- Provided peer mentorship to teens and young adults aging out of thefoster care system- Helped clients access the community resources and social supportsneeded to develop independence- Connected with various non-profit and community serviceorganizations in the Kansas City metro to network and raise awareness about ourprogram

- Coordinated and administered learning activities with students’ IEP (Individual Education Plan) according to spectrum of needs- Developed new and improved techniques for behavior management and analysis- Monitored students’ progress in multiple academic and personal areas, reporting to head teacher on practical ways to improve students’ experience and performance- Interacted with a variety of needs and disorders among elementary-aged students- Facilitated an inclusive environment among general education peers

Manhattan, Ks

Assisted in the keeping and care of education animals such as reptiles, amphibians, small mammals, and birds of prey. - Cleaned cages and animal exhibits- Transported animals as needed for education programs and rotating display- Observed and reported animal behavior to supervisor- Created and facilitated a variety of conservation education programs such as live animal encounters, workshops, zoo tours, and summer camps- Trained and supervised volunteers in program delivery and animal care.

Manhattan, Ks

TA for an introductory anthropology class at K-State under the direction of Dr. Michael Wesch- Created and implemented lesson plans in collaboration with supervising professor and team- Graded students' homework and individual projects- Gave weekly class lectures, supervised learning activities and facilitated class discussion

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology

Activities and Societies: Women's Collegiate Rowing, Women's Choir, Anthropology Club, Native American Students Association

Biology

Completed a semester of undergraduate coursework in biology.

Anthropology

Activities and Societies: UQ Surfing Club, UQ Sailing Club, UQ Yoga and Meditation Club Study abroad exchange from February to November.