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Beatrice Wig

Summary

Responsible and curious graduate, looking to engage in creative community development initiatives. With six years of experience in program supervision and a background in ecological and social sustainability, Beatrice is inspired to apply her knowledge to a new set of problems.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Horticultural Technician

Recover Green Roofs
Somerville, Massachusetts
04.2024 - Current
  • Ensuring the successful growth and preservation of native meadows installed on rooftops throughout all regions in New England.
  • Collaborating effectively within a team to ensure mutual support and clear communication channels.
  • Filling out reports for each site and sending them to the client.
  • Responsible for organizing tools, managing inventory, and maintaining shop cleanliness.

Freelance Gardener & Landscaper

Bea's Knees Gardening
Amherst, MA
04.2023 - 11.2024
  • Creating and maintaining a consistent schedule and relationship with over 10 clients.
  • Plant care including: weeding, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, planting, transplanting.

Private Swim Instructor

Northampton Aquatic Center
Northampton, MA
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Developing curriculum based on specific needs.
  • Communicating with parents and creating schedules
  • Patiently assisting students with behavioral issues and water phobias.

Assistant Director of Northampton Parks and Rec Summer Programs

Northampton Parks and Recreation
Northampton, MA
05.2021 - 09.2022
  • Training camp counselors and creating work schedule
  • Creating waivers and reminders for multiple programs
  • Engaging and instructing groups of children ages 4-16
  • Ensuring staff meet deadlines.
  • Writing a summarizing report.

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

Harvard Parks and Recreation
Harvard, MA
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Physical training and weekly swim and boating tests.
  • Teaching ages 2-17 how to swim.
  • Lifeguarding, enforcing rules, and customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Community Development & Design

University of Massachusetts Amherst
12.2023

Skills

  • Client outreach
  • Scheduling
  • Group management and instruction
  • Written Communication
  • Software: Excel, GIS, AutoCAD, Google Calendar
  • Active listening
  • Editing and writing proposals

Affiliations

  • 2023: Beekeeping club
  • 2023: Secretary for Alternative Music Club

Certifications

  • 2022: First Aid Recertification
  • 2022: Belay Safety Certification

Timeline

Horticultural Technician

Recover Green Roofs
04.2024 - Current

Freelance Gardener & Landscaper

Bea's Knees Gardening
04.2023 - 11.2024

Private Swim Instructor

Northampton Aquatic Center
01.2022 - 07.2023

Assistant Director of Northampton Parks and Rec Summer Programs

Northampton Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - 09.2022

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

Harvard Parks and Recreation
01.2017 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Community Development & Design

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Beatrice Wig