Jelani White
Washington,DC
Summary
A recent college graduate with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science. Four years of hands on experience working as a conservationist. Passionate about sustainability with the earth, avid researcher regarding new mechanisms to co-exist with the nature, and meticulous regarding projects and assignments. Ability to work independently or with a group to complete a deadline in a timely fashion.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Parkour Instructor
Urban Evolutions
01.2023 - Current
- Improved parkour technique and safety by providing personalized training sessions for children and adults.
- Enhanced student performance through the development of comprehensive lesson plans that incorporated various teaching methods.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop innovative parkour programs for diverse age groups and skill levels.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized, clean, and safe training area.
- Increased student engagement with creative warm-up exercises and challenging obstacle courses tailored to individual skill levels.
Green Infrastructure Technician
DC Water & Sewer Authority, Rock Creek Conservancy
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked on pilot project to install rainwater diverter containers to qualifying homeowners
- This project helped reduce combined sewer overflow, which decreased environmental pollutants
Conservationist
Rock Creek Conservancy
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Assisted in forest restoration by removing invasive species, planting trees, building drainage systems, clearing brush, and closing trails to protect park from further erosion
- Click link to read my interview https://www.rockcreekconservancy.org/jelani-story?rq=jelani
Assistant Recreation Instructor
Upshur Recreation Center
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Led youth in recreational activities including basketball, soccer and football
- Performed custodial duties
High School Transition Trainee
Martha's Table
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Participated in workshops that taught students how to prepare for college
- Learned college prep skills
Assistant Groundskeeper (Volunteer)
Takoma Park Baptist Church
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Assisted church groundskeeper with spring cleaning of premises
- Disposed of old materials
Teacher’s Assistant (Volunteer),
Roots Public Charter School
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Helped serve lunch to pre-primary students (ages 3-5) and assisted with cleaning up afterwards
- Prepared sleeping quarters for children prior to taking their naps
- Played games with children during recess
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05.2022
Skills
- Communication
- Forestry
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Natural Resources
- Organization
- Report Preparation & Presentations
- Research
- Sample Collection & Analysis
- Soil Science
- Time Management
- Water Engineering
- Wildlife
HOBBIES
Running
Bicycling
Gymnastics
Writing
WORK CONTACTS
DC Water & Sewer Authority: Tavone Garner-Lundy (301) 579-3105, ext 703
Rock Creek Conservancy: Jeanne Braha jbraha@rockcreekconservancy.org
Martha's Table: Charisse Bazin Ash
Roots Public Charter School: JoAnne Smith (202) 262-6990
Timeline
Parkour Instructor
Urban Evolutions
01.2023 - Current
Green Infrastructure Technician
DC Water & Sewer Authority, Rock Creek Conservancy
07.2019 - 08.2019
Conservationist
Rock Creek Conservancy
06.2016 - 07.2018
Assistant Recreation Instructor
Upshur Recreation Center
07.2015 - 08.2015
High School Transition Trainee
Martha's Table
06.2012 - 07.2013
Teacher’s Assistant (Volunteer),
Roots Public Charter School
07.2010 - 08.2011
Assistant Groundskeeper (Volunteer)
Takoma Park Baptist Church
04.2010 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Tuskegee University
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