Experience

Maria Montessori Academy

• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Biology Teacher

  • Aug 2021 - Present

• Jr. High Integrated Science Teacher

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  Seventh and eighth grade Integrated Science instructor.


Lauren Pejza Photography
• Photographer

  • 2011 - Present

YMCA
• 700 & Above Employee
• Swim Instructor

  • May 2014 - Feb 2016


Colorado River Discovery

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services

• River Guide

  • Apr 2012 - Jul 2012

  • Led river rafting float tours for groups of up to twenty-two participants down a fifteen mile stretch of the Colorado River inside Glen Canyon National Recreation Area • Accountable for protecting park resources by educating the public while on boat tour and during interpretive discussion of Descending Sheep Petroglyph Panel • Responsible for motorized watercraft operation, river navigation and participant safety • Led river rafting float tours for groups of up to twenty-two participants down a fifteen mile stretch of the Colorado River inside Glen Canyon National Recreation Area • Accountable for protecting park resources by educating the public while on boat tour and during interpretive discussion of Descending Sheep Petroglyph Panel • Responsible for motorized watercraft operation, river navigation and participant safety



National Park Service

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Aquatic Invasive Species Interdiction Ranger (Temporary / Grade: GS-025-05)

  • Sep 2011 - Nov 2011

  • Accountable for protecting park resources by performing boater compliance checks & assisting protection division by identifying non-compliant boaters in relation to zebra mussel prevention. • Performed systematic work inspecting and decontaminating water vessels of all sizes with varying internal operating systems and water intake functions.• Responsible for resource education by informing park visitors about park resources, aquatic nuisance species, local flora and fauna, as well motivating visitors to direct their use of the park in ways that will contribute to resource protection, including and boater safety and responsibility.• Encouraged visitor behavior consistent with resource use and management of park resource in support of the mission of the National Park Service by performing marina roves, staffing launch ramps, and administering decontamination station. Show less

• Volunteer

  • Sep 2011 - Sep 2011

  Assisting the Quagga Mussel & Water Quality programs with boat decontamination, invasive species education, & data entry.



Bureau of Reclamation

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Tour Guide, Glen Canyon Natural History Association

  • Jun 2011 - Sep 2011

  · Led groups of up to twenty visitors independently on forty-five minute guided tours of Glen Canyon Dam and Power Plant. · Responsible for having a broad knowledge of Glen Canyon Natural Recreation Area history, ecology, geology and geography, and relating said information during tours and upon being asked. · Participated with general interpretation inside and outside of the Carl Hayden Visitor Center, including group map presentations about the Glen Canyon area, as well as discussions about the history and construction of the Glen Canyon Dam, Bridge and related resources. Show less



Little Lambs Preschool and Daycare

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Teacher

  • Sep 2010 - Jun 2011

  · Assisted lead teachers in the instruction, supervision and care of young children, eighteen to thirty-six months of age (approx. one to three years old). · Offered children a range of gross motor and creative opportunities including reading aloud, music, imaginative playtime, art and craft creations, supervised walks and stroller rides. · Complied by and uphold all required regulations as set forth by the state of Indiana for a licensed preschool and day care · Responsible for toileting, diaper changing, feeding, cleaning, record keeping in daily log books, and other tasks in accordance with state regulated guidelines and licensing · Personally introduced a live rodent as a “class pet” to incorporate exploratory and environmental education, and foster an appreciation of live animals; responsible for the care, feeding, watering and maintenance of animal and enclosure Show less



Norman Bird Sanctuary

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Camp and Public Programs Coordinator

  • May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Duties / Accomplishments: • Coordinated camp for the Summer 2010 season: - Facilitated day to day camp operations - Responsible for keeping American Camp Association accreditation standards up to date - Served as a parent liaison - Managed staff of 27 Junior Counselors, ages 13 - 17 - Assisted with the management of Teacher Naturalist • Presented a variety of education programs through outreach and on site to various community groups and schools. • Assisted with Animal husbandry and incorporated "Animal Ambassadors" in to the educational programs and presentation. Show less



Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan

• Community Outreach Coordinator of Habitat Conservation Plan

  • Aug 2008 - May 2010

  Duties / accomplishments: • Developed and coordinate tailored programs on recreation, conservation and environmental education through public speaking and presentations with educational animals • Initiated and managed the development of new website, including taking/uploading photos, and regular maintenance through Word Press publishing platform. • Facilitated trans-locations, handled, cared for and educated with sensitive and threatened wildlife, including the federally listed Mojave Desert Tortoise and state sensitive Gila Monster • Expanded the Outreach Program through programming and presentations including local school and Boy Scout groups on various environmental topics • Composed interpretive information as required • Assisted in generating and administering the Volunteer Program Show less



City of St. George; Department of Leisure Services and Recreation

• Program Assistant

  • May 2008 - May 2010

  Duties / Accomplishments: • Supervised and facilitated various community programs at the Tonaquint Nature Center including Nature Camp, Curiosity Club, various school groups and special events • Managed and implemented Junior Ranger Day Program, involving various partners from government agencies, both local and national • Coordinated and managed a variety of original programs including: - Saturday Morning Exploration, (an educational family program at the Nature Center) - Adventure Camp (outdoor recreation camp for middle and high school students) - Boy Scout Merit Badge curriculum for Environmental Science, Mammal Study, Soil and Water Conservation, and Bird Study - "Science Hour" at Tonaquint Intermediate School- teaching hands-on, science-based curricula to special needs students once a week. Show less



South Mountain Community Church - The Springs Campus

• Volunteer

  • Jun 2009 - Apr 2010

  Facilitated "Little Springs" Nursery, including organizing and presenting lessons for children ages three to five, delivering message, administering crafts and related activities. Also assist with infant care and supervision. Facilitated "Little Springs" Nursery, including organizing and presenting lessons for children ages three to five, delivering message, administering crafts and related activities. Also assist with infant care and supervision.



Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

• United States
• Government Administration
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Naturalist / Ranger Assistant at Snow Canyon State Park

  • Mar 2009 - Jun 2009

  Duties / Accomplishments: • Developed and led ROCKIN’ Utah Programs (Reaching Out Connecting Kids In Nature) through interpretive nature hikes and hands-on activities • Conducted original interpretive wildlife hike through Johnson Canyon twice weekly for up to twenty five participants • Compiled and captured various wildlife photos for upcoming park brochure Duties / Accomplishments: • Developed and led ROCKIN’ Utah Programs (Reaching Out Connecting Kids In Nature) through interpretive nature hikes and hands-on activities • Conducted original interpretive wildlife hike through Johnson Canyon twice weekly for up to twenty five participants • Compiled and captured various wildlife photos for upcoming park brochure



Mt. Pleasant Community Church

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations

• Volunteer

  • 2005 - 2008

  Assisted with Children's Ministries program for children ages 6 to 9; facilitated in conducting lesson, delivering message, crafts and associated activities. Volunteer with the Nursery from 2007-2008, caring for children from infancy to toddlers, including supervision, play, feeding and toileting. Assisted with Children's Ministries program for children ages 6 to 9; facilitated in conducting lesson, delivering message, crafts and associated activities. Volunteer with the Nursery from 2007-2008, caring for children from infancy to toddlers, including supervision, play, feeding and toileting.



City of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Parks and Recreation Program Assistant, People Empowering All Kids (PEAK) Program

  • May 2007 - Aug 2007

  The Partners Empowering All Kids program provides "children of all ages with educational, enrichment and recreational activities in a fun, safe environment". Duties: • Supervised up to 40 adolescents in an after school and summer camp setting • Coordinated a multitude of daily activities, crafts and programs • Directed and facilitated group activities, including field trips • During school season, assisted with homework and course studies. The Partners Empowering All Kids program provides "children of all ages with educational, enrichment and recreational activities in a fun, safe environment". Duties: • Supervised up to 40 adolescents in an after school and summer camp setting • Coordinated a multitude of daily activities, crafts and programs • Directed and facilitated group activities, including field trips • During school season, assisted with homework and course studies.



Central Michigan University Herpetology Laboratory

• Volunteer

  • 2005 - 2007

  Applied all related work duties from CMU's animal laboratory to the upstairs herpetological laboratory, including maintenance, feeding, watering, etc.Also assisted with the instruction of educational programs for a variety of audiences applying to use of education animals.

• Animal and Herpetological Laboratory Staff

  • Aug 2004 - May 2005

  Duties:• Practiced animal husbandry, including feeding and watering of all animals, large crocodilians & venomous reptiles included.• Maintained various enclosures, including sanitation and removal and changing of substrate. • Performed euthanasia procedures as required.• Responsible for records management and upholding University standards as well as regulations set by the University and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).