Joanna Newton
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Adaptable and positive individual with passion for environmental education and community engagement. Familiar with ecological principles and environmental science, with skills in public speaking and educational program development. Excited to foster deeper understanding of environmental issues and inspire sustainable practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Americorps Crew Member
American Conservation Experience
2025.02 - Current
- Enhanced ecosystem health by implementing effective conservation practices and restoration techniques.
- Acquired valuable knowledge about regional ecology while working closely alongside experienced professionals in the field of conservation science. (NPS, FWS, USFS)
- Promoted sustainable land use through proactive trail maintenance and erosion control measures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared conservation goals and objectives.
Community Canvasser/Volunteer
Lancaster County Democrats
2023.08 - Current
- Conducted door-to-door outreach in assigned neighborhoods
- Provided voting instructions and information and collected polling data
- Attended meetings with local community members to discuss issues relevant to the campaign, where your voices and concerns are shaping our movement
- Worked closely with field organizers and other staff members to coordinate the campaign's day-to-day operations
- Gathered data from constituents regarding their opinions of the candidate
Campus Organizer
Project 26 Pennsylvania
2024.08 - 2024.12
- Managed data entry and collection of voter registration forms and pledge to vote surveys
- Supervised and trained a staff of 13 campus fellows on voter registration pitch and proper document fill out
- Created fun and engaging events to bring together students on campus and empower them to vote
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, ensuring the efficient allocation of funds to maximize event impact.
Environmental Education Intern
Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Department
2024.05 - 2024.09
- Identified plants, animals, birds, and other wildlife in the area as a naturalist
- Provided guided nature walks, hikes, and field trips for groups of around 20-100 individuals
- Implemented various environmental curricula for a wide age range from children to adult seniors
- Collaborated with a team of naturalists to plan environmental lessons and activities
- Ranging from creating original teaching material to adapting requests from school districts and county libraries
Alumni Outreach and Fundraising Intern
Millersville University of Pennsylvania Athletics Department
2022.10 - 2023.05
- Helped to develop and implement fundraising strategies and events
- Tracked and reported on fundraising progress and goals
- Aided in creating and sending personalized thank-you notes and recognition materials to donors
- Addressed inquiries and resolved issues related to fundraising and alumni activities
Voter Registration and Student Outreach Volunteer
Students for Shapiro
2022.08 - 2023.01
- Social media outreach on multiple platforms and a variety of media types
- Planned and executed community events to register voters and develop voter plans
- Communicating policy and electoral process to encourage voter participation and awareness
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Spatial Science
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA05.2024
Skills
- Data analysis
- Environmental policy
- GIS software
- Ecosystem restoration
- Project management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Americorps Crew Member
American Conservation Experience
2025.02 - Current
Campus Organizer
Project 26 Pennsylvania
2024.08 - 2024.12
Environmental Education Intern
Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Department
2024.05 - 2024.09
Community Canvasser/Volunteer
Lancaster County Democrats
2023.08 - Current
Alumni Outreach and Fundraising Intern
Millersville University of Pennsylvania Athletics Department
2022.10 - 2023.05
Voter Registration and Student Outreach Volunteer
Students for Shapiro
2022.08 - 2023.01
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Spatial Science
Millersville University of Pennsylvania