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Jessica Rahn

Bozeman,MT

Summary

Dedicated and highly motivated Environmental Engineering professional with a strong academic foundation in Soils Science and hands-on laboratory experience in Microbiology and Chemistry. As a current Teaching Assistant in Soils Science, I have honed my instructional and communication skills, enabling me to convey complex environmental concepts effectively. My laboratory expertise in Microbiology and Chemistry has equipped me with a solid understanding of environmental processes, analytical techniques, and data interpretation. I am eager to contribute my knowledge and skills to innovative environmental engineering projects aimed at remediation using biofilms and environmental conservation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teachers Assistant

Montana State University Bozeman
08.2023 - Current
  • Assist the graduate teaching assistant in preparing and setting up laboratory experiments and demonstrations.
  • Prepare soil samples for analysis by following established protocols and procedures.
  • Assist students in conducting soil tests, experiments, and research projects, providing guidance and clarification as needed.
  • Ensure the safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials and chemicals in accordance with laboratory safety guidelines.
  • Assist in the calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
  • Support the graduate teacher in creating presentations related to soil science topics.
  • Provide technical support for students working on soil-related projects, including soil profile descriptions and soil classification.
  • Assist in the preparation and organization of field trips and outdoor activities related to soil science.
  • Participate in regular meetings to stay updated on laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
  • Assist in the cleanup and storage of laboratory materials and equipment after experiments and field trips.
  • Foster a positive and enthusiastic learning atmosphere by engaging with students and encouraging their curiosity about soil science.
  • Address student inquiries and concerns regarding grading, offering clarification on grading criteria and expectations.
  • Assist in the timely return of graded assignments and provide explanations for grades when necessary.

Assistant Teacher

Montessori Children's House
02.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
  • Adhered to licensing policies and procedures to help classrooms run smoothly.

Cashier

Michaels Arts And Crafts
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Escape Room Host

Brainy Actz Escape Rooms
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Warmly welcome participants as they arrive at the escape room facility.
  • Provide a friendly introduction, setting the tone for their experience.
  • Clearly explain the rules and guidelines of the escape room game to participants.
  • Ensure that all safety precautions are understood and followed.
  • Observe participants via surveillance cameras or direct observation.
  • Offer hints or assistance when requested by participants, while not giving away solutions.

Summer Camp Counselor

St. John's Church And School
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.

Floor Associate

Party City
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering

Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Orange Lutheran High School
Orange, CA
05.2021

Skills

  • Instructional Techniques
  • Field Trip Monitoring
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Laboratory Safety Protocols

Affiliations

National Charity League

American Society of Civil Engineers

Girl Scouts of America


Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Teachers Assistant

Montana State University Bozeman
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Montessori Children's House
02.2023 - Current

Cashier

Michaels Arts And Crafts
08.2022 - 02.2023

Escape Room Host

Brainy Actz Escape Rooms
05.2022 - 08.2022

Summer Camp Counselor

St. John's Church And School
05.2021 - 08.2022

Floor Associate

Party City
09.2020 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering

Montana State University - Bozeman

High School Diploma -

Orange Lutheran High School

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