Catherine Abitz
Madison,WI
Summary
Driven Program Coordinator who builds upon her strong background as a public educator to effectively manage and oversee various projects from initiation to completion. Skills include strategic planning, collaboration, problem-solving, and effective communication. Noted for improving operational efficiency and contributing towards positive organizational impact by aligning program goals with organizational objectives. Successful in fostering relationships across departments and implementing innovative solutions that drive success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fellowship Program Coordinator
The Aldo Leopold Foundation
Baraboo, WI
04.2024 - Current
- Developed brochures, newsletters, and flyers on program initiatives.
- Oversaw the development and distribution of program materials, ensuring quality and accuracy.
- Facilitated communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and conference calls.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to meet program objectives and deadlines.
- Organized special events related to the promotion or awareness of the program's mission or purpose.
- Coordinated professional development workshops for staff to enhance program delivery.
- Administered budgets and monitored expenditures to keep program operations aligned with budget targets.
- Maintained comprehensive databases of participants, activities, and outcomes for reporting purposes.
- Provided guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Ensured timely completion of project deliverables within budget constraints.
- Secured funding through grant writing and maintaining relationships with donors and sponsors.
- Assisted in the creation and revision of program policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Utilized social media and digital tools to promote programs and engage with the community.
- Drafted communications about upcoming events or changes in policy and procedures for internal distribution.
- Served as a liaison between external organizations and partners involved in delivering programming services.
- Prepared detailed reports for stakeholders, highlighting program achievements and challenges.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events annually, ensuring seamless execution.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase program visibility and participation.
- Conducted regular program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes.
- Participated in the development of new programs or modifications to existing programs.
- Analyzed data collected from surveys, focus groups, interviews, regarding the effectiveness of the program.
Education Specialist
Aldo Leopold Foundation
Baraboo, WI
04.2024 - Current
- Enhance mentoring abilities by guiding team members through program development.
- Delivers training to staff and instructors on curriculum, documentation and instructional techniques.
- Counsels colleagues on personal, vocational and behavioral issues and actualized plans to remove obstacles to success.
Middle School Science Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
Madison, WI
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Instructed 7th grade students in geology, geomorphology, and plate tectonics
- Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
- Utilized data from formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in education.
- Monitored student progress towards meeting state standards for 7th grade science.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Used differentiated instructional techniques to promote content relevance.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through discussion-based lessons.
- Organized and supervised field trips to science museums and research centers.
- Incorporated art activities into lessons to promote creativity and self-expression..
Elementary Math, Literacy, and Science Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
Madison, WI
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Established partnerships with community organizations devoted to protecting natural resources.
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences in outdoor environments for young learners.
- Guided students in the development of their scientific inquiry skills.
- Assisted students with developing their own research projects related to environmental topics.
Equipment Staff Lead
University of Wisconsin - School of Music
Madison, WI
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Oversaw the selection of uniforms, instruments, and other equipment necessary for the University of Wisconsin Marching Band.
- Coordinated logistics for scheduled dry cleaning services.
- Facilitated management of travel equipment schedules for away performances.
- Distributed equipment details to more than 300 band members each week.
- Executed secure logistics of equipment using commercial-grade trucks.
Camp Director
Madison School and Community Recreation
Madison, WI
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Trained workers in company procedures or policies.
- Engaged children in interactive activities and organized arts and crafts, sports games and field trips.
- Planned curriculum and daily schedules in collaboration with professionals.
- Monitored safety and procedures pertaining to complete supervision of campers and staff.
- Conducted pre-camp meetings with both new and returning staff members to review expectations for their role at camp.
- Created and coordinated staff schedules, daily activity schedules and field trips, maintaining proper staffing levels.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Managed camp finances, setting registration fees and submitting budget requests and grant proposals to solicit funding.
Barista
Indie Coffee
Madison, WI
06.2018 - 02.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI12-2021
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Conflict management
- Curriculum development
- Leadership building
- Marketing materials
- Partnership development
- Promotional planning
- Program branding
- Process improvements
Certification
- Regular Education Teaching License
- Teacher of Earth Science License
- English as a Second Language Teaching License
- Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG)
- Chainsaw Safety Certified
Accomplishments
- Fluno Scholarship
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fellowship Program Coordinator
The Aldo Leopold Foundation
04.2024 - Current
Education Specialist
Aldo Leopold Foundation
04.2024 - Current
Middle School Science Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2022 - 06.2024
Elementary Math, Literacy, and Science Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
Camp Director
Madison School and Community Recreation
05.2021 - 09.2021
Barista
Indie Coffee
06.2018 - 02.2020
Equipment Staff Lead
University of Wisconsin - School of Music
02.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin, Madison