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Bozeman, Montana, United States

• Coach Grants and Scholarship Lifecycle Management clients on sector and software best practices. Consult with clients on grants management workflows as well as evaluation, data management, and reporting.
• Host and facilitate virtual and in-person events including product training as well as discussions and panels on sector trends
• Created and led a grassroots group of staff from across the company to promote equity in the way we teach, talk about, and design our grants management… Show more
• Created and led a grassroots group of staff from across the company to promote equity in the way we teach, talk about, and design our grants management solution. Show less

Bozeman, MT

• Oversaw operations of small administrative office
• Managed office systems including IT; proposed new technology, developed new systems and trained staff
• Worked with Executive Director to oversee Human Resources
• Bookkeeper; developed and maintained accounting systems in accordance with GAAP
• Prepared financial statements and provided metrics to Executive Director to support strategic decision making
• Assisted Program Director with teacher hiring and training as well as… Show more

Golden, CO

• Coordinated school and group programs in the field and classroom totaling 6,500+ student days each year; created and processed program contracts and schedules; established program logistics and goals with group.
• Oversaw 15+ instructors and volunteers; prepared instructors for programs and communicated day-to-day logistics
• Marketed school and group programs as well as YEP volunteer program in collaboration with YEP Director
• Built and maintained school and group… Show more
• Built and maintained school and group partnerships as well as developed associated new programming and curriculum
• Managed and designed program evaluations

Lander, Wyoming

• Led 14-30-day summer wilderness backpacking courses for students aged 14+ in Wyoming
• Assessed to serve as Hiking Course Leader as well as Backcountry Rock Climbing and Winds Mountaineering Instructor

Bozeman, MT

• Reviewed risk management protocols and manual; designed digital incident tracking system
• Developed systems to improve information sharing year to year; revised Logistics Program Director Log
• Served on Hiring Committee for 2016-2017 Academic Teachers
• Developed Natural Science curriculum; aligned course objectives with Next Generation Science Standards

Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia

• Oversaw academic program, risk management, and group dynamics for a 15-week semester in South America
• Supervised three other teachers on staff; planned and led Teacher Work Days and meetings
• Taught Precalculus and Algebra II, team-taught Natural Science, Global Studies and Independent Life Skills

Southern Africa

• Managed program accommodations, transportation, and major activities for 15-week semester in southern Africa
• Oversaw record keeping, maintained adequate cash flow, and provided financial oversight of field budget
• Taught Precalculus, team-taught Natural Science, Global Studies, and Independent Life Skills

Missoula, MT

• Teaching Assistant for Physical and Chemical Science (Science 225, Fall 2014) and Environmental Law (Environmental Studies 382, Spring 2015)

Jackson, WY

• Led outdoor environmental, place-based programming for K-12 and college students, adults, and families throughout Grand Teton National Park on ecology, geology, and cultural history
• Identified as a leader in the four core competencies: content knowledge, pedagogy, leadership, and mentoring
• Acted as a liaison between instructor and faculty teams
• Mentored new instructors; helped plan and lead instructor and intern training each season
• Created a one-week summer day program in… Show more
• Created a one-week summer day program in Idaho Falls; served as on-site program host and oversaw staff of 4 Show less

Jackson, WY

• Led outdoor environmental, place-based programming for K-12 and college students, adults, and families throughout Grand Teton National Park on ecology, geology, and cultural history

Master Of Science (M.S.), Environmental Studies

Activities and Societies: • Extensive work with community organizations (see volunteer experience); Member of UM Nonprofit Leadership.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Biology And Environmental Studies

Activities and Societies: Outing Club Trip Leader and Treasurer, Alternative Spring Break Trip Leader, Pre-Orientation Trip Leader, McKeen.