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Work Experience

2015-Present
NOAA Fisheries, West Coast Region
Education and Outreach Coordinator
Contracted through Ocean Associated, Inc.

Major Responsibilities

Develop, pilot test, and launch K-12 resources based on NOAA’s cutting-edge research.
Coordinate service-learning, volunteering, and internship opportunities for K-16 students.
Cultivate relationships with GOs, NGOs, and schools in support of STEAMS education.
Mobilize and support outreach points of contact in 13 offices across four states.
Train and coach staff to deliver engaging science education programs.
Teach hands-on lessons during science camp, classroom visits, and educator workshops.
Review grant and fellowship applications using a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Mentor and support undergraduate scholars, interns, and volunteers.
Facilitate campus-wide events, contests, and restoration opportunities for K-16 students.

Favorite Achievements

Founding member of the Diversity and Inclusion Team
Developed the Region's first bilingual programming for K-12 students and their parents.
Lead the translation of key education and outreach products into three languages to better serve our audiences.
Developed the Region's first Google Classroom to support virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Awards

2008-2015
Facing the Future
Sustainability Education Coordinator

Major Responsibilities

Authored sustainability and global issues resources and assessments for K-12 classrooms.
Facilitated service-learning and sustainability education workshops for educators.
Created meaningful internship and volunteer opportunities for K-16 students and adults.
Converted print resources into eLearning and SMART Board formats.
Designed print and digital marketing materials for donors, educators, and the general public.
Developed digital activities about sustainability, global issues, and civic engagement.
Authored monthly eNewsletters for 30K educators and donors.
Designed print resources and social media content for educators and donors.
Recruited, trained, and supervised interns and volunteers.

2007-2008
IslandWood
Environmental Education Instructor

Major Responsibilities

Led field excursions and labs grounded in experiential, student-centered learning.
Facilitated discussions about pressing environmental issues and civic action.
Designed and pilot tested hands-on sustainability lesson plans for tweens and teens.
Created an interactive website to promote a deep understanding of water quality indicators.

Major Responsibilities

Obtained recycling bins and collection for all dormitories.
Founded and managed campus-wide recycling and waste reduction competitions.
Partnered with local NGOs to provide service-learning opportunities for undergraduates.
Created marketing materials, bylaws, budgets, and agendas.