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Santa Rosa, California, United States

Santa Rosa, California, United States

As a cultural lead at Kleinfelder for PG&E’s Southern Access Roads projects, I am responsible for coordinating and leading assigned cultural projects from intake to completion.

Santa Rosa, California, United States

As a field archaeologist with Kleinfelder I am responsible for conducting field monitoring, survey, and excavation of archaeologically sensitive areas. This position requires flexibility in time commitments and excellent communication skill to maintain constant direction with field crews and office staff.

At Mongabay Kids I work with the editing team to develop and create engaging educational video content for youth audiences. Our team frequently collaborates with wildlife and environmental NGOs in the development and production of complex conservation topics and reimagines their presentation to support, inspire, and provoke young minds to actively participate in championing our planet.

Mopani Expeditions is an exclusive bespoke safari company. Based in Sonoma, California and Hoedspruit, South Africa, we quite literally have feet planted in two worlds. We have toured extensively throughout sub-Saharan Africa since 1998 including Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, and Mozambique. Wherever you want to go, we've got the experience to make your trip unforgettable.https://www.mopaniexpeditions.com/

Santa Rosa, California

• Created and implemented the education program for Safari West Wildlife Preserve focusing on education, conservation and exploration; dedicated to creating wildlife advocates by inspiring people of all ages to have a deeper appreciation of our natural environment and its animals.• Researched and developed community learning resources on environmental issues, animal habitats and breeding.• Created summer clubs, after school clubs, Discovery Days and one-off workshops on the history and heritage of the area and animals in the preserve.• Researched and prepared workshops and presentations on wildlife and conservation; worked with and supported volunteers.• Connected with our local community through outreach initiatives and visits to local schools with a focus on mental health and wellbeing.• Liaised with the Guide Manager to develop and refresh Safari Park’s ‘Guide Training Program’.• Coached, mentored, supervised and developed new Guide hires.• Safari West Senior Guide; conducted tours through the wildlife preserve while explaining the wildlife on tour.• Collaborated with the marketing team to actively promote the park through multiple media programs, press enquiries, television appearances and social media marketing; increased the parks visitor footfall by 30%.• Successfully maintained Association of Zoo and Aquarium standards throughout the park.

Sonoma State Historic Park

• Researched, presented and explained information on California State Parks for their Interpretive Program including natural and human history and conservation in the area.• Researched and collected data and information for exhibits on natural, social and cultural history.• Facilitated educational walks, talks, tours and Campfire Programs.• Promoted conservation education through discussions on the inter-relationships to plants, animals, humans and the environment and through geological, social and cultural history. • Collected, prepared, identified and catalogued specimens and artefacts for workshops, tour groups and exhibits.• Organized scientific and historical information for presentations to large audiences.• Researched and prepared material for the use in scientific, historical and popular publications.

Sonoma, California, United States

Sonoma State Historic Park

Santa Rosa, California

Student Center, Sonoma State University

As an Information Desk I worker, I maintained order at the information desk in the Sonoma State University Student Center. This position required up-to-date knowledge of the campus in order to answer any question the general public may have. I was also responsible for selling tickets to concerts, shows, and events on campus and for the Green Music Center. A side duty was to keep the student center clean, neat, and tidy.

Sonoma State University

As a teaching assistant for Dr. James Preston, I was tasked with leading class discussions on themed course material, interacting with students from various backgrounds and academic abilities, retained activity inventory at full capacity, managed and maintained a classroom setting, developed educational curriculum, and maintained a safe and productive learning environment.

Sonoma State University

At the Anthropological Studies Center, I participated in archaeological field survey and excavation, and managed and processed digital paperwork for anthropological finds.

Micke Grove Zoological Society

As a zoo camp teacher, I developed educational programs for the summer zoo camp experience. While there, I instructed third, fourth, and fifth grade students about animal life and the environment. I also maintained a positive, productive, and safe learning environment for diverse groups of students.

Bachelor’S Degree, Anthropology *With Distinction

Activities and Societies: SSU Anthropology Club President, Lambda Alpha Member

Fgasa Guiding Level I

Education record

Activities and Societies: Founded SJDC Anthropology Club

High School

Activities and Societies: Drum Major of the Lincoln High School Marching Band