Michael Kosmos Email & Phone Number

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Education Coordinator Formulated, developed, and implemented Natural History/History programming for public and curriculum-based programs, including working with Akron Public Schools, Akron-Summit Library, Akron Art Museum, Akron Children’s Museum, scout groups, Stan Hywet visitors and other community organizations. Worked with Stan Hywet to develop new programs and support current programming needs. New programming provides opportunities for children and their families. As a result of new programming, Stan Hywet has seen significant growth in youth and family attendance to the estate. Provided specialized program topics for a variety of Nature and History subject areas, including butterflies, water quality, soil studies, Stan Hywet history, Questing, Geocaching, wildflower I.D., etc. Promotion of environmental education efforts and history appreciation by providing opportunities for audiences to make connections with nature and the stories of our past. Oversees and mentors' interns, senior experiences, and volunteers. Worked to help promote, develop, and implement accessible programming opportunities at Stan Hywet. Streamlined current both formal and informal interpretive program opportunities for the public and schools to help meet changing needs.

Environmental Education Instructor Formulated, developed, and implemented Natural History/History programming for public and curriculum-based programs, including working with the United States Power Squadron, scout groups, churches, senior groups, non-profit organizations, day cares, and home school groups. Worked with different organizations to develop new programs or support current programming needs. Provided specialized program topics for a variety of Nature and History subject areas, including wetlands, butterflies, atmosphere/weather, water quality, geology (rock cycle), wildflower I.D., birds of prey, Ohio and Erie Canal education, Civilian Conservation Corps, Native American history in Ohio, and much more. Promotion of environmental education efforts and history appreciation by providing opportunities for audiences to make connections with nature and the stories of our past. Worked with Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens to provide increased program opportunities throughout the year. Some of these programs include leading butterfly walks to explore their importance and support the Director of Educations school programming needs. Work with Director to provide opportunities for schools to help Stan Hywet preserve their history and manage their grounds through soil testing.

Canton, Ohio, United States

Education ProgrammerEnvironmental Education/History Instructor Formulated and implemented public and special event programs including Fall Fest, Summer Splash, Little Explorers, Homeschool, recreational, natural history, and historical programs for the park. Provided wildlife education and resource management opportunities while working with wildlife rehabilitation staff. Promoted specialized park programs such as astronomy, orienteering, questing, contra dance, and other special event programs in order make contact with a diverse audience that otherwise might not be reached. Composed and assisted in design of interpretive signage for Natural and Cultural sites.Naturalist and Historian Field ManagerSupervise 15 volunteers as a field manager for the naturalist and historians' program since 2015. Maintain roving packs for equipment and supplies. Initiated new volunteer program in 2014 to educate visitors on a variety of park natural and cultural resources. Supervised and trained park volunteers in Natural and Cultural Interpretation.Volunteer/Partners FacilitatorWorked with various park partners including Cleveland Metroparks, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Summit Metroparks, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, Summit County Historical Society, Hale Farm and Village, and as a member of the Ohio and Erie Canalway Interpretive committee. Implemented opportunities to enhance staff and volunteers’ knowledge of park resources along the Canalway.

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

Program and Interpretive Development / Water Quality Monitoring / Volunteer Training & MonitoringVolunteer Coordination / Environmental & Resource Management Education / Field WorkOn-site Data Collection, Evaluation & Analysis / Environmental Research & Analysis