Jordan Allen
Spanaway,WA
Summary
Dedicated and organized professional with strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of effective communication. Skilled in leading teams and fostering collaboration to achieve objectives. Adept at managing multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and ensuring seamless operations in dynamic environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
PDZA/SAMi Partnership Support Student Intern
Point Defiance Zoo And Aquarium
Tacoma, WA
02.2024 - 06.2024
- -supported emergency management and handled high-stress situations, providing a clear perspective for both SAMi and PDZA considerations, ensuring comprehensive and balanced responses.
- - excels at working with a team, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve common goals and drive partnership success.
- - Engage and connect with youth and other community members from a variety of ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including those who have been historically underrepresented in nature settings or within conservation organizations.
- Provided support to the PDZA instructor, Science & Math Institute (SAMI) partner high school, as a course co-instructor and guest instructor in areas of expertise related to animal behavior, ecology, conservation biology, zoology, animal husbandry, etc.
- Collaborate with PDZA and SAMi educators to augment SAMi’s interdisciplinary, project-based learning curriculum in science, math, social studies, art, and other subjects.
- Participate in PDZA-wide conservation engagement programs, events, and initiatives as a member of the Conservation Engagement team.
Zoo Intern Asian Forest Meal Prep & Husbandry
Point Defiance Zoo And Aquarium
Tacoma, WA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Acquired knowledge of dietary requirements for diverse species.
- Developed expertise in providing care for a variety of species.
- Effectively communicated with a wide range of individuals in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Supported daily operations by performing routine tasks, including dishwashing, and maintaining the cleanliness of animal enclosures.
Kids Club Leader
Sheridan Elementary School
Tacoma, WA
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed and implemented STEAM-focused lesson plans to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Organized and prepared classrooms to align with daily activities and educational goals.
- Actively engaged students in hands-on learning experiences, fostering participation, and enthusiasm.
- Collaborated with co-leaders during recess to ensure smooth supervision, and facilitate student engagement.
Salmon Ambassador
Sheridan Elementary School
Tacoma, WA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Educated students twice a week on environmental protection.
- Taught 5th graders how to maintain and care for a tank with 50 salmon fry.
- Preformed water changes, tested for pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels.
- Assisted in the release of the salmon.
Student Biologist
Science and Math Institute
Tacoma , WA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Researched pH and other chemical levels in the Puget Sound.
- Created aquarium models with realistic dimensions and ecosystem management.
- Assisted the local hatchery in salmon spawning, including egg and sperm collection.
- Maintained the salmon tank at the Science and Math Institute.
Education
High School Diploma -
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WASkills
- Organized
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Leadership
Timeline
PDZA/SAMi Partnership Support Student Intern
Point Defiance Zoo And Aquarium
02.2024 - 06.2024
Zoo Intern Asian Forest Meal Prep & Husbandry
Point Defiance Zoo And Aquarium
01.2024 - 05.2024
Kids Club Leader
Sheridan Elementary School
12.2023 - 03.2024
Salmon Ambassador
Sheridan Elementary School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Student Biologist
Science and Math Institute
09.2021 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Western Washington University
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