Jennifer Pudge
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Dynamic leader with a strong program planning background. Excelled in building professional relationships and engaging diverse audiences, including supervising and leading staff and enhancing program participation and satisfaction through collaboration. Skilled in problem-solving, time management and multitasking organization. Possesses strong administrative leadership, conflict resolution and communication skills. Achieved significant improvements in program delivery and volunteer recruitment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Anchorage School District
04.2024 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning environment with engaging activities that encouraged student participation.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs by adapting instructional materials and techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement classroom strategies, improving student behavior and engagement.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
- Prepared instructional materials for classroom use, ensuring timely delivery of relevant resources for each lesson.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Owner/Artist
Saltwater Solstice/Self
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored cash flow for sustainable operational practices.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals. Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service. Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Program Director
Girl Scouts Of Alaska
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Directly supervise program employees and provide a culture of inclusivity and provide training and opportunities for growth. Create, and implement staff training for permanent and seasonal employees in the program and camp departments. Report directly to the Chief Mission Officer.
- Responsible for developing, implementing and marketing a comprehensive plan, including outdoor recreation and skills building, for the travelling day camp program in Southeast and Southwest AK. In charge of creating and implementing a recruitment plan for membership growth and driving recruitment activities throughout the membership year. Ensure that the program is open to all girls by delivering the message of pluralism and diversity to members and the community.
- Responsible for the recruitment of volunteers and subject matter experts in the delivery of program including, outdoor recreation, Rural Traveling Day Camp, Women of Science and Technology, Adult Learning Summit, and troops. Determine the best position for each volunteer and provide programmatic support. Guarantee that volunteers and communities receive information in a timely manner and receive regular and timely communication. Establish contacts and networks in rural Alaska communities to market the benefits and outcomes of the program. Recruit and assemble service teams to provide support to local leaders.
- Engage with communities, volunteers and development staff to identify programming opportunities that are in alignment with Girl Scouts strategic priorities. Develop the various program pathways, including outdoor recreation and leadership development. Conduct evaluations of the program to determine successes, growth potential and facilitate grant reporting.
- Work directly with tribal councils and school administrators in rural Alaska to determine when programs are offered to the various communities. Cultivate relationships with volunteers and community members to carry out logistics of the programs.
- Implement risk management plans in outdoor recreation and other programs to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and Girl Scouts USA standards. Provided basic first aid and health care to staff and campers with knowledge and skills from Wilderness First Responder certification.
- Leadership role in the planning and implementation of outdoor summer camps. Develop and deliver over 100 hours of camp staff training each year. Purchase materials and supplies with in planned budget constraints and coordinate supply drops in rural Alaska. Evaluate program areas through feedback and surveys from parents, campers, and staff and respond to such feedback when appropriate.
- Involved in long range planning and the development of the annual rural program operating budget. Work with Girl Scouts development staff to cultivate donations whenever possible. Promote and maintain donor relationships.
- Continue as Rural Traveling Day Camp Director every summer in addition to the above responsibilities.
Camp Director
Girl Scouts Of Alaska
05.2011 - 08.2014
- Coordinate with other GSAK camp directors to plan and implement intensive 10-day training for 50 staff. Responsible for delivering training to staff in program areas including watercraft, climbing, outdoor cooking, backcountry backpacking, outdoor skills, environmental education and large group games and songs.
- Directly supervised and supported 10-18 staff members. Coached staff to provide exceptional outdoor recreation and programming to develop autonomy, mastery, leadership, courage, confidence and character. Developed plans to deliver outdoor recreation to a wide age range of campers in varied approaches.
- Managed routine and emergency medical care fro 75 staff and campers. Responsible for overall risk management and implementation of emergency procedures for outdoor programming.
- Implemented behavior management techniques with sensitivity to cultural and traditional differences across a wide variety of camper and staff participants.
- Supervised logistics for rural traveling day camp program including: working with tribal councils and school officials, confirming camp dates and locations, locating housing for staff in rural villages, purchasing tickets for travel, purchasing supplies and food and coordinating supply drops.
- Drafted and finalized weekly schedules for work, planning and programming for staff and campers. Prepared and delivered formal evaluations for staff.
- Cultivated and maintained meaningful relationships with various communities and their residents and school staff.
Barista
Terra Bella Bakery And Cafe
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Provided excellent customer service by cultivating relationships with customers by personalizing their experience.
- Created a wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores. Maintained and operated espresso machines, commercial coffee equipment and blenders while also maintaining a clean work environment.
- Worked independently at and off sited Terra Bella coffee stand.
- Handled cash and credit transactions and deposits, provided change, balanced till each night.
- Maintained open communication with supervisors relating to business operations and customer interactions.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Denali Family Services
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Worked one on one with severely emotionally disturbed children in a public school and after school setting, attending class with them to provide emotional and behavioral support.
- Partnered with each child's teacher to ensure goals and outcomes of the child's IEP were being met.
- Evaluated and documented progress and interactions with children on a daily basis.
- Maintained open communication with supervisors about the progress of each child.
- Frequently filed reports of abuse with the Office of Children's Services.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to address negative thought patterns and promote healthier thinking habits among clients.
Site Director
Camp Fire Alaska
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Directly supervised and supported 6-8 staff members. Worked directly with staff to provide before and after school programming and homework help for 50-60 elementary age children.
- Partnered with parents to create a successful environment which balanced school work, exercise and play.
- Prepared and served breakfast and snack for kids attending the program following State of Alaska food handling guidelines.
- Recruited children for the program through hosted events, advertisements, and parent conversations.
- Improved daily functions by problem solving with supervisors and co-site directors. Completed daily agency and state reports detailing attendance, programming, food consumption and activity level.
- Prepared and delivered formal evaluations for staff.
- Purchased program supplies within a limited allotted budget.
Camp Counselor
Girl Scouts Of Alaska: Camp Togowoods
05.2009 - 08.2010
- Worked in partnership with co-counselor to plan and implement age appropriate enriching programming, including outdoor activities, which helped groups of 8-12 campers develop leadership skills.
- Oversaw risk management, and the health, safety and wellbeing of camper groups.
- Developed programming skills in watercraft, climbing, outdoor cooking, back country backpacking, environmental education and large group games.
- Communicated with parents to help them understand how the camp experience helped to develop leadership skills.
- Coached campers using behavior management techniques, team building strategies and problem solving skills.
Leadership Development Program Crew Member
Northwest Youth Corps
03.2010 - 04.2010
- Participated in a Leadership Development Program through Americorps. Involved in team based work projects including building and maintaining hiking trails and strategic fire prevention of forests in Oregon.
- Received on site education and vocational training in leadership and conservation work skills. Obtained hard skills working on conservation and recreation projects while developing the soft skills required to successfully become an outdoor educator.
- Consistently met project deadlines by working closely with supervisors to understand and prioritize tasks, ensuring timely completion of work assignments.
- Minimized risks associated with heavy machinery operation by diligently following OSHA guidelines for chainsaw handling and usage. Increased productivity by utilizing efficient chainsaw techniques and maintaining equipment regularly.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AlaskaSkills
- Program, organizational and strategic leadership
- Dependability, cooperation, collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Educational Program Planning for large groups
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Time management
- Effective communication and conflict resolution
- Behavior management
- Staff management, development and coordination
- Risk analysis and crisis management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Anchorage School District
04.2024 - Current
Owner/Artist
Saltwater Solstice/Self
08.2022 - Current
Program Director
Girl Scouts Of Alaska
09.2014 - 04.2017
Barista
Terra Bella Bakery And Cafe
10.2012 - 05.2013
Behavioral Health Specialist
Denali Family Services
09.2011 - 05.2012
Camp Director
Girl Scouts Of Alaska
05.2011 - 08.2014
Site Director
Camp Fire Alaska
09.2010 - 05.2011
Leadership Development Program Crew Member
Northwest Youth Corps
03.2010 - 04.2010
Camp Counselor
Girl Scouts Of Alaska: Camp Togowoods
05.2009 - 08.2010
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
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