Karen Donahue
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Dedicated educator, organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic and creative with solid understanding of student learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Educator
Alley Pond Environmental Center
2001.04 - 2023.09
- Enhanced environmental awareness by developing and delivering engaging educational programs for various age groups utilizing the Center's permanent exhibits, nature trails and animal ambassadors.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on STEM activities.
- Promoted sustainable practices through hands-on activities and interactive presentations, fostering positive behavior change in students.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop yearly summer camp programming curriculum.
- Developed partnerships with local environmental experts to provide monthly community-focused engaging educational programs for the adult community.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Human Resource Generalist
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
1987.06 - 1996.04
- Screened applicants to identify qualified candidates.
- Maintained personnel records in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Conducted new hire orientations.
- Verified that vendors received timely enrollment information, changes and terminations.
- Created quarterly benefits newsletter for approximately 400 non union employees.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Communication Arts
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY05.1983
Skills
- Environmental Education
- Lesson Planning
- Outdoor Education
- Life Science
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom instruction
Timeline
Environmental Educator
Alley Pond Environmental Center
2001.04 - 2023.09
Human Resource Generalist
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
1987.06 - 1996.04
Bachelor Of Science - Communication Arts
St. John's University
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