Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
2x MPSF Conference Champion
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ISABELLA PLANTZ

Honolulu,HI

Summary

Botany student completing degree in December 2025 with hands on experience in greenhouse operations, seed laboratory work, and native plant conservation. Gained practical skills through volunteer positions with Mercer Botanical Gardens' greenhouse and ongoing fieldwork with Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources. Have also completed an internship as a medical receptionist giving me a diverse range of work experience. A strong work ethic comes naturally, having been on the swim and dive team at the University of Hawaii for 4 years and team captain my senior year. Eager to apply my academic knowledge and my hands on experience to contribute to botanical research and conservation.

Work History

Assistant Dive Coach

Iolani Schools
10.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in developing training plans for divers, enhancing skill acquisition, performance, and strength.
  • Collaborated with head coach to analyze athlete progress, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Completed practice sessions and hosted entire competitions all on my own, ensuring safety protocols were followed during all diving activities.
  • Implemented drills focused on technique refinement, contributing to overall skill development of team members.
  • A positive role model for young athletes.

Bartender

The Dragon Upstairs
10.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and served beverages in a fast-paced bar setting.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift on my own.

Barback/Hostess

Lanikai Brewing Company
07.2025 - 11.2025
  • Provided top-tier customer service to all guests.
  • Handled high-pressure nights by managing the waitlist, bussing tables, and serving food all at the same time.
  • Performed heavy lifting tasks, including moving kegs, ice bins, and supply cases.
  • Maintained detailed knowledge of the whole menu, weekly specials, and allergen information.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Botany

University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Catalina Foothills High School
Tucson, AZ
05-2021

Skills

  • Technical laboratory skills
  • Greenhouse and plant care
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Propagation and micropropagation skills
  • Can use a dichotomous key
  • Strong time management abilities
  • Experienced with Excel
  • Thrives in a team environment

Timeline

Assistant Dive Coach

Iolani Schools
10.2025 - Current

Bartender

The Dragon Upstairs
10.2025 - Current

Barback/Hostess

Lanikai Brewing Company
07.2025 - 11.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Botany

University of Hawaii At Manoa

High School Diploma -

Catalina Foothills High School

2x MPSF Conference Champion

The athletic achievements show dedication, discipline, and ability to balance demanding commitments. Done in 2023 and 2024.