Resume

Field Experience 

January 2023 -June 2023

Teacher (Maestrex), Aves Compartidas Team - Camino del Rio/River Road Elementary School -  Eugene, OR

 As part of the Environmental Leadership program at the University, this role involved development and  teaching of Ornithology lessons. This dual-language school required lessons be taught in a combination of English and Spanish. We were in partnership with the Willamette-Laja Twinning Partnership, which connects students in Eugene, OR and Guanajuato, MX through shared migratory birds.

• Developed and taught lessons,  which were delivered via in-class and field experience, five hours a week to 24 students in the 3rd grade. Lessons included binocular usage, habitat restoration and heritage species of plants and animals of the state of Oregon.  

• Gained knowledge of basic Spanish and specific proficiency in scientific interpretation.

• Created a website showcasing lesson plans, projects and activities, field trips, and in-classroom work. 

September 2022- November 2022

Field Study Student, Wildlands Program - Hawaii 

Covering topics such as island ecology and evolution, coral reef degradation, and sustainable farming practices, the Wildlands Hawaii Program was six weeks of intensive study and in-field research while backpacking and camping our way across the Big Island. We partnered with indigenous community leaders and local scientists to delve into Hawaii’s rich history and vibrant ecology while tackling how Covid-19 had impacted resources. 

• Expanded knowledge of island formation and endemic species, traditional navigation techniques, and Korean Natural farming techniques.  

• Partnered with indigenous community representatives in Milolii on Community-Based Subsistence Fishing Area, campaigning an effort that was made official in August 2022.  

• Obtained quantitative research about the relationships of sea urchin populations and percentage of algae coverage in coral reef areas using freediving and snorkeling techniques. 

Work experience

August 2022 - Present

University of Oregon, Eugene OR - Multicultural Recruitment Specialist for Admissions

• Organized large scale “Connections” events with high schools across Oregon for underrepresented groups in higher education, connecting them with resources for post-high school opportunities. 

• Planned and hosted “Embracing the Future”, an event for any admitted students who self-identified as racial or ethnic minorities, and had the highest number of registrants (over 500) of any year.

• Communicated with campus partners, off-campus catering, and school counselors across Oregon via email and phone calls and incorporated last minute changes, remaining calm under pressure.  

March 2021 - March 2023

University of Oregon, Eugene OR - Ambassador/ Multicultural Recruiter Ambassador

• Cultivated public speaking skills and the ability to work under pressure with a diverse group of individuals in a highly visible position. 

• Hosted over 150 campus tours a year,  guiding students from grades K - 12 through the campus history educational offerings, financial and cultural resources, and city highlights.   

• Strengthened memorization skills. 

June 2020 - October 2020

University of Oregon, Eugene OR - Student Orientation Staff

• Communicated effectively addressing the demands of a variety of visitors.

• Practiced leadership, organizational skills, and activity planning and improvisational skills.

• Worked closely with incoming university freshmen.   

Volunteer Experience 

May 2023- Present

Cascades Raptor Center - Greeter

• Acted as the face of the Raptor Center, educating guests on the organization’s history, information about the raptors, and  assisting with donations and purchases. 

• Kept stock of wares and organized shop, as well as being responsible for opening up the center to the public.  

• Worked frequently with money.