Jody Hopp
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Chainsaw Safety and Handling
UWSP Pulpcut ClassOct, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Leave No Trace Trainer
Leave No Trace Center For Outdoor EthicsMay, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Project WILD, Aquatic, and Learning Tree
Wisconsin Project WILD and Learning TreeDec, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
L-180 Human Factors on the Fire-line/ S-190 Intro Wild-land Fire Behavior/ S-130 Firefighter
National Wildfire Coordinating GroupDec, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Interpretive Guide
National Association for InterpretationJan, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Wilderness First Responder/CPR/AED
Wilderness Medical Associates InternationalJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Life Guarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red CrossAug, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Waterfront Skills: Life Guarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red CrossAug, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Waterpark Skills: Life Guarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red CrossAug, 2014- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Red Gate Farm Education Center
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Manager
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Jun 2021 - Present
Responsible for overseeing farm educational programs including teacher supervision, registrations and CRM work, program planning and development, client communications, and teaching. Perform other farm chores and work as required. Mentor and be a positive role model for students. Plan, teach and implement daily activities for students as requested. Work cooperatively and closely with Farm staff. Submit plans and reports to Farm Director as needed. Manage program registrations and related CRM database. Supervise, lead, and teach farm programs. Train, manage, and supervise program teachers. Oversee client and family program communications. Organize and manage physical program spaces and materials Work with Farm Director to meet strategic and program goals. Assist with program budget and financial work . Other duties and farm work as required. Show less
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City of Alexandria, Virginia
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Animal Care Technician- Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities
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Mar 2020 - Jun 2021
• Provide routine care to over 20 species of live insects, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and birds. • Conduct daily wellness checks, maintain animal habitats and enrichments for live program animals. • Maintained, pruned, and cared for exotic plants in Ford Nature Center’s Greenhouse. • Provide routine care to over 20 species of live insects, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and birds. • Conduct daily wellness checks, maintain animal habitats and enrichments for live program animals. • Maintained, pruned, and cared for exotic plants in Ford Nature Center’s Greenhouse.
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Lyndon Economics and AmeriCorps Opportunities; Northern Vermont University-Lyndonville
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Lyndonville, Vermont, United States
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AmeriCorps Science Educator at Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium
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Aug 2017 - Sep 2019
• Led 5-8 classes a week reaching 1000+ students from over 8 school districts on history, ecology, biology, astronomy, physics, outdoor adventure, and after school Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programming. • Developed new class and lesson programming for schools and updated/modified current lesson plans for upcoming classes. • Conducted live and automated Planetarium shows for the public based on astronomy, planetary Science, and astrophysics. • Led 5-8 classes a week reaching 1000+ students from over 8 school districts on history, ecology, biology, astronomy, physics, outdoor adventure, and after school Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programming. • Developed new class and lesson programming for schools and updated/modified current lesson plans for upcoming classes. • Conducted live and automated Planetarium shows for the public based on astronomy, planetary Science, and astrophysics.
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Brighton State Park
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United States
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Civil Engineering
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Park Interpreter
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2017
• Developed, scheduled, and lead nature programs, hikes, recreational programs, and activities for Park guests of all ages • Responsible for collecting and reporting park data and compiling the End of 2016 Seasonal Park Interpreter Report • Developed and maintained interpretive signs and displays for park museum and nature center. • Developed, scheduled, and lead nature programs, hikes, recreational programs, and activities for Park guests of all ages • Responsible for collecting and reporting park data and compiling the End of 2016 Seasonal Park Interpreter Report • Developed and maintained interpretive signs and displays for park museum and nature center.
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N.E.E.D Academy
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Truro, Ma
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Teaching Naturalist
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Sep 2015 - Jun 2017
• Lead more than 500 classes reaching 900+ students from 4 school districts on the history, biology, ecology, geology, and astronomy of Cape Cod and the National Seashore. • Trained 2016 staff naturalists in programs, facility needs, location, and use of equipment. • Developed 5th grade curriculum on the ecology and history of four distinct regions within the Cape Cod National Seashore • Lead more than 500 classes reaching 900+ students from 4 school districts on the history, biology, ecology, geology, and astronomy of Cape Cod and the National Seashore. • Trained 2016 staff naturalists in programs, facility needs, location, and use of equipment. • Developed 5th grade curriculum on the ecology and history of four distinct regions within the Cape Cod National Seashore
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Lead Naturalist and Interim Program Coordinator
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Feb 2015 - Jul 2015
• Mentored new summer staff naturalists and other personnel in all aspects of the education program. • Collaborated with staff and naturalists to develop projects and assign schedules.• Responsible for communication and coordination with new and returning teachers and students.• Lead off-site presentations and off/on-site adventure programs.• Conducted summer naturalist training in the care, maintenance, and handling of various reptiles, amphibians, and raptors. • Available to be on call during the weekend for emergency/programming purposes. Show less
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Seasonal Naturalist
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Aug 2014 - Feb 2015
• Conducted 8 to 10 classes a week with an emphasis on wildlife, natural history, cultural history, ecology, and team-building • Assisted the Program Coordinator with program development, organization and scheduling, shopping for facility, and animal needs • Cared for and fed program reptiles, amphibians, and raptors.• Assisted residential and day groups of approximately 10 to 100 individuals as the groups' personal liaison.
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Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Fellowship Naturalist
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Aug 2013 - Aug 2014
• Instructed 8 classes a week on natural history, culture, ecology, outdoor adventure, and individual and group initiatives. • Increased skills in character interpretation-based classes. • Organized and assisted residential and day groups of approximately 20 to 150 individuals. • Conducted an interpretive program with live Timber Rattlesnake to group approximately 40 to 170 individuals. • Instructed 8 classes a week on natural history, culture, ecology, outdoor adventure, and individual and group initiatives. • Increased skills in character interpretation-based classes. • Organized and assisted residential and day groups of approximately 20 to 150 individuals. • Conducted an interpretive program with live Timber Rattlesnake to group approximately 40 to 170 individuals.
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Echo Hill Outdoor School
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Worton, MD
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Teaching Naturalist
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Mar 2013 - Aug 2013
• Taught 8 to 10 classes a week focusing on science, ecology, history, the human environment, bay studies on traditional work boats, individual and group development. • Increased skills in river navigation with a canoe and kayak. • Co-facilitated two 3 day canoe boating trips and one 5 day sailboat trip focusing on the local history, state history, ecology, biology, and training in fishing, canoeing, sailing, and meal preparation. • Assisted as a primary caretaker for 8 to 40 students during their 3 to 5 day residential stay. • Educated and staff assisted for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Heart Camp 5 day stay with children with heart, lung, and neurological ailments. Show less
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Country Creek Learning Center
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DeForest, WI
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Teacher's Aid
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Oct 2012 - Mar 2013
• Created and implemented age appropriate nature-themed lessons for the preschoolers and elementary school- aged students to get them interested in the outdoors around them. • Interacted with parents and caretakers to provide regular progress reports of preschoolers and inform them of any concerns or questions. • Temporarily replaced a full time preschool teacher during her maternity leave. • Carried out daily chores and cleaning of facility to provide a neat and healthy learning atmosphere Show less
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Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center
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Wisconsin Dells, WI
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Outpost Guide and Seasonal Naturalist
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Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
• Taught 8 to 12 classes a week with an emphasis on wildlife, natural history, cultural history, and ecology, provided personal and group challenges to create a unique summer camp experience. • Learned guiding techniques through conducting 3 to 5 day camping trips in the area, navigation of rivers and lakes, and belaying an outdoor public rock climbing course. • Cared for, fed, and gave educational programs with various reptiles, amphibians, and raptors. • Maintained general facility and equipment. Show less
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Education
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2006 - 2012
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Education and Interpretation
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