Jordan Kessler Email & Phone Number

Gahanna Oh

Columbus, Ohio Area

Instruct new and experienced climbers in beautiful outdoor settings. Provide tailored and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all climbers. Create detailed and progressive lessons for various aspects of climbing skills. Construct anchor and rope systems in various scenarios and terrain. Model correct placements of gear, body positioning, best practices, and more. Teach Leave No Trace and local crag ethics.

Run point on single and multi-day adventure sport activities including rock climbing, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, and more for 4-12 young cancer survivors. Create a sense of family and trust between participants. Encourage and assist participants through experiences well outside of their comfort zone. Provide an enjoyable fun experience for all. Cook meals, house care, first aid, cost tracking, and other miscellaneous responsibilities. Bring the stoke and excitement!Volunteer during week long camps. Promote the First Descents non profit organization to local hospitals and cancer centers. Refer fellow young cancer survivors to the organization to partake in life changing trips.

Columbus, Ohio

Coach classes for climbers with disabilities & exceptionalities age 5 to 18. Coach a class for adults with disabilities & exceptionalities age 18+. Develop games and lesson plans that present climbing lessons and techniques in a fun and engaging way. Adapt to participants needs on the fly to keep them engaged in the lesson and having a good time.Put on Adaptive Ascents Events where individuals with disabilities and exceptionalities pursue climbing goals and realize they can accomplish great thingsHost adaptive group events for local school classes, camps, and organizations.Partnered with Nationwide Children's Hospital on researching antigravity therapy systems for toddlers with Cerebral Palsy (CP).

Westerville, Oh

Coach various sports including swimming, track, equestrian team, and gymnastics for the Westerville branch of the Special Olympics. I focus on athlete enjoyment of the sport and 1 on 1 attention to help the athletes grow in the sports they love.

Manage various construction projects ranging from $100k to $5M for customers including The Ohio State University, Nationwide Insurance, and the City of Columbus and its entities.Responsible for organizing safety meetings for 50+ individuals in addition to presenting materials and running safety workshops and toolbox talks. Responsible for safety tracking and workers compensation.Referred to and graduated from the Central Ohio Builders Exchange Rising Leaders Class of 2014.

Guided large groups safely and enjoyably down the Lower Youghiogheny River; Created a sense of camaraderie and provided a fun experience for those who were scared or uncomfortable; Proficient in basic river rescue techniques including foot entrapment; Handled rafting gear including safety equipmentFast, on-your-feet thinking; Creative problem solving from repairing broken paddles and raft trailers to hauling techniques for pinned rafts/kayaks; Adhered to strict timelines and schedulesExcellent teamwork skills; Ability to keep calm and think through high pressure and stressful or difficult situations; Developed communication skills with various personalities and languages

Orlando, Florida Area

Making kids smile! Worked with terminally ill children and their families providing a fun experience to escape the day to day struggles and enjoy their time in central Florida.

Orlando, Florida Area

Directed store operations and cast members; Analyzed and solved problems with Fantasy Theater; Took on additional responsibilities; Assisted managers and coordinators with store processesEngaged multiple guests in activities and games; Helped customers make decisions; Resolved guest issues; Interacted with guests from all over the world; Created a new Magical Moment for the storeSet sales record for glow cart; Set a single-day store fundraising record for the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund; Received a Leading the Way evaluation; Obtained 22 Great Service Fanatic Cards

Master'S Degree, Educational Administration And Supervision

Education Licensure Program, Intervention Specialist

Activities and Societies: Student Ambassador - Adult Licensure Program, Student Observation - Gahanna Lincoln HS SP16, Pedagogy/Student.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mechanical Engineering Technology

Activities and Societies: Society of Automotive Engineers, BUV Student ProjectMechanical Engineering Technology