Karlie Jeffers
2120 North Brevard St ,NC
Summary
Interactive Environmental Scientist with experience supporting technically-oriented projects. Organized and efficient to effectively prioritize work. Adept at conducting, collecting and overseeing environmental data collection, permitting and testing for air, water, and waste.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corps Member
Teach For America
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Selected from approximately 49,000 applicants nationwide to join national teacher corps of recent college graduates and professionals who commit to teach in title 1 schools
- Participate in intensive summer training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement
- Engage in professional development activities, including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, individual and group reflections, readings, and 'learning teams' specific to my teaching license area.
Environmental Education Assistant
UT Institute of Agriculture
07.2016
- Mentored a group of young women in late middle school and early high school in a summer camp called Cultivating aGIRLculture
- Recruited females to STEM disciplines that would prepare them for careers in agriculture and natural resource management through a variety of activities and seminars
- Created activities for camp members to facilitate connections and social cohesions for the entire group of women.
Science Teacher
Garinger High School
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented new curriculum for marine science for high school students that aligned with state standards and addressed diverse learning needs
- Utilize variety of instructional techniques and resources to accommodate different learning styles to promote student learning and participation
- Adapted instructional materials and teaching methods to address unique linguistic needs of each student
- Research and identified funding opportunities from federal, state, and private sources to support school programs focused on environmental education and sustainability.
Fisheries Observer
NOAA Fisheries
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by daily monitoring vessel operations, document adherence to conservation measures, and reporting any violations or discrepancies
- Collaborated with vessel crews and researchers to facilitate data collection, provide education information on conservation practices, and address any questions or concerns about observation protocols
- Prepared detailed reports and data summaries, analyzing trends and providing feedback on fishery health and ecosystem impacts to inform management decisions and policy development.
Environmental Educator
Rock Eagle 4-H Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Coordinated and led field trips and outdoor activities, facilitating experiential learning opportunities that connected participants with nature and real-world environmental issues to over 200 various schools and groups
- Assessed program effectiveness through feedback surveys and evaluations, analyzing results to refine and improve educational strategies and content
- Delivered interactive presentations and workshops on topics such as conservation, waste management, sustainability, and environmental stewardship, utilizing multimedia tools and hands-on activities to enhance learning in educational and community outreach to group sizes ranging from 30 to 500
Environmental Technician
Tennessee Valley Authority
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted Index of Biology Integrity in river systems through the Tennessee Valley and performed fish and macroinvertebrate surveys
- Extensive meticulous data recording experience both in and out of the field.
Student Research Assistant
UT Herbert College of Agriculture
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Administered over 5,000 mail surveys to a diverse population of Tennessee residents to collect opinions and feedback on public land issues, ensuring broad representation and high response quality
- Reported findings and feedback to project leaders and analyzed survey data to identify community priorities and concerns
- Partnered with state agencies to collaborate on survey findings to ensure findings were effectively integrated into state-level land management strategies
- Shared key findings with state partners to support data-driven decision-making and enhancing collaboration on public land initiatives.
Herbert College of Agriculture Ambassador
University of Tennessee
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Recruited prospective students through a variety of college fairs and other activities throughout the state of Tennessee
- Promoted student awareness of opportunities within the college and field of agriculture for various high school and middle school students involved in 4H and Future Farmers of America
- Performed campus-wide tours of the agriculture campus that increased attendance in the college by 8%.
George Benz Aquatic Research Fellow
TN Aquarium Conservation Institute
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Developed and conducted an independent research project on the aging of the Tennessee Dace as part of a life history study
- Participated in educational outreach with the aquarium's Project Wet that works with local high school science teachers
- Hosted STEM educational events held by the aquarium for various age groups, increasing attendance by 4%
- Assisted with grant preparation to fund environmental education programs as well as various conservation research projects performed by the conservation institute.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Fisheries
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05.2019
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
- Project-based learning
- Strong research skills
- Report writing abilities
- Non-Profit Organization Funding
- Research
- Partnership Development
- Data Collection
- Community Engagement and Outreach
- Public Speaking
- Multimedia Utilization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Social Media Management
Honorsandawards
- 2019 E.N. Duncan Outstanding Undergraduate Research Award (03/2019)
- 2019 Outstanding Senior for the Herbert College of Agriculture Award (03/2019)
- Dean's List (Spring 2016, Fall 2017, Fall 2018, Spring 2019)
- Peace Corps Prep Program Recipient (08/2015 - 05/2019)
- Girl Scouts of America Gold Star Recipient (04/2015)
Certification
North Carolina Teaching Certificate
North Carolina Drivers Licensence
Project Learning Tree Certified
Timeline
Science Teacher
Garinger High School
08.2022 - Current
Corps Member
Teach For America
06.2022 - 08.2022
Fisheries Observer
NOAA Fisheries
06.2020 - 12.2020
Environmental Educator
Rock Eagle 4-H Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
Environmental Technician
Tennessee Valley Authority
05.2019 - 08.2019
Student Research Assistant
UT Herbert College of Agriculture
01.2019 - 08.2019
George Benz Aquatic Research Fellow
TN Aquarium Conservation Institute
05.2018 - 06.2018
Herbert College of Agriculture Ambassador
University of Tennessee
05.2017 - 05.2019
Environmental Education Assistant
UT Institute of Agriculture
07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Fisheries
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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