Kari Kallestewa
Zuni
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Zuni Fish & Wildlife Intern
Zuni Fish & Wildlife
Zuni
06.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing wildlife survey results.
- Provided assistance with the capture and handling of small mammals for research purposes.
- Identified potential threats that may affect the health of wildlife populations.
- Organized data collected from field surveys, such as species identification, population estimates, and habitat assessments.
- Gathered environmental data such as temperature, rainfall levels, wind speed, relevant to a particular study area.
- Managed hazardous waste generated from laboratory experiments according to safety regulations.
ZYEP Camp Counselor
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project
Zuni
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
- Enforced safety rules while supervising high ropes course activities such as zip lining and rock climbing walls.
- Promoted team building exercises such as trust falls, scavenger hunts, and ropes courses.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
Youth Coach
Zuni WIC
Zuni
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Educated youth about healthy lifestyle choices including nutrition and exercise habits.
- Supported youths in developing social skills such as problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision making.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure proper implementation of programs.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to engage youth in physical activities.
- Organized team building exercises to foster collaboration among the group.
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as attendance tracking and record keeping.
- Assisted in planning, organizing, and leading recreational activities such as sports, arts, and crafts.
- Ran drills and practices to help children to develop and improve sports skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2026
High School Diploma -
Rehoboth Christian High School
Rehoboth, NM 05-2022
Skills
- Wildlife surveying
- Data analysis
- Environmental monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Public outreach
- Role modeling
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Student monitoring
Accomplishments
High School
- National Honor Society
- Top 10 Student
NMSU
- Dean's list
- Crimson Scholar
- College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) Ambassador ( 2024- current )
Affiliations
- NMSU Pre-Vet Club
- NMSU Intramural's
Timeline
Zuni Fish & Wildlife Intern
Zuni Fish & Wildlife
06.2025 - Current
ZYEP Camp Counselor
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project
06.2024 - 07.2024
Youth Coach
Zuni WIC
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
New Mexico State University
High School Diploma -
Rehoboth Christian High School
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