Kathryn ALSTAT
RUCKERSVILLE,VA
Summary
Accomplished Senior 4-H Extension Agent at Virginia Cooperative Extension, adept in educational programming and fostering a collaborative mindset. Excelled in recruiting and mentoring volunteers, enhancing STEM and leadership curricula, and leading impactful service projects. Proven track record in elevating 4-H youth programs through innovative practices and professional development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior 4-H Extension Agent
Virginia Coopeerative Extension
10.2001 - 06.2024
- Recruited, screened, trained and supervised adult and teen 4-H Volunteers in risk management, 4-H policies and best practices and 4-H curricula.
- Oversaw club finances, fund raising and charitable donations.
- Provided educational programs to 4-H youth through club activities, in-school enrichment programs, afterschool programs, day camps, overnight camps and special interest programs.
- Created and adapted curricula in STEM, Food and Nutrition, Leadership and Citizenship.
- Supervised service learning projects, collaborating with the local organizations.
- Organized and facilitated 4-H contests on a local, regional and state level.
- Kept current with industry advancements by attending professional conferences and seminars, as well as participating in online learning opportunities.
- Presented professional posters and seminars to colleagues on a state and national level.
- Mentored new Extension Agents by providing guidance on best practices, professional development opportunities, and networking connections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern Illinois Universtity At Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILMaster of Arts - Career And Technical Education
Virginia Tech
BlacksburgVSkills
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Educational programming and curriculum writing
- Professional ethics
- Collaborative mindset
- Training facilitation
Certification
ServSafe: Food Service Manager Certification
Timeline
Senior 4-H Extension Agent
Virginia Coopeerative Extension
10.2001 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern Illinois Universtity At Edwardsville
Master of Arts - Career And Technical Education
Virginia Tech
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