Katie Cannon
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic education leader with extensive experience at Carolina Tiger Rescue, excelling in curriculum development and public speaking. Proven track record in budget management and performance evaluation, successfully increasing educational program participation. Adept at training and development, fostering collaboration among diverse teams to enhance learning outcomes and drive impactful educational initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Supervisor
Reid Park Zoo
Tuscon, Arizona
09.2024 - Current
- Develop education programming and training.
- Develop and monitor the department budget, along with the director of education and conservation.
- Led workshops for educators on effective teaching strategies in informal settings.
- Worked closely with education staff to manage production and delivery of educational programs.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Reviewed lesson plans to ensure alignment with current learning standards and best practices in education.
- Researched innovative teaching techniques to improve student engagement in the classroom.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff to enhance educational delivery methods.
- Facilitated partnerships with local schools to promote field trip opportunities.
- Evaluated and improved existing educational initiatives based on participant feedback.
Health and Wellness Supervisor
Girl Scout Camp
Fairfax, California
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintain records for campers while they are on-site for camp.
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for campers who are adjusting to sleepaway camp.
- Provide an outlet for counselors to discuss work and personal matters as needed, and provide guidance if asked.
- Provide a safe and fun environment for campers and counselors at camp.
- Developed health and wellness programs for campers and staff.
- Managed health records and maintained compliance with regulations.
- Supervised wellness staff and conducted performance evaluations.
- Promoted mental wellness initiatives through workshops and discussions.
- Served as a point of contact for any questions or concerns about workplace health issues.
Lower and Middle School Math Teacher
Sterne School
San Francisco, California
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse middle school math topics.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student understanding.
- Assessed student performance through regular quizzes and assignments.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet varied learning needs.
- Mentored students in problem-solving techniques and critical thinking skills.
- Created a positive learning environment that encouraged critical thinking skills in mathematics.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students.
Program Manager
Headwaters Science Institute
East Bay, California
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Plan, teach, develop, and schedule for two elementary schools, after-school, and camp programs in Contra Costa County.
- Adapt for student learning styles, both during planning and 'real-time' adjustments.
- Lead students led environmental research programs.
- Hire and manage a program coordinator.
- Develop educational material for diverse learners, focused on California science standards.
- Assist high school students through the scientific method process in 5-day programs in the East Bay.
- Hire, train, and manage approximately 15 graduate student mentors.
- Maintain documents and records to support grant functions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to develop environmental education programs.
- Developed training materials for staff and volunteers on program execution.
- Developed project plans, identified risks, set objectives and monitored progress towards completion.
- Prioritized tasks and managed teams throughout multiple projects.
Education Director
Carolina Tiger Rescue
Pittsboro, NC
02.2015 - 08.2023
- Supervise, monitor, evaluate, and provide guidance to volunteers.
- Recruited and trained about 50 volunteers and four camp counselors yearly.
- Developed and delivered a TEDxRaleigh lecture in 2017.
- Created and implemented all interpretive and educational programming, including summer camp.
- Provided lectures, tours, and media interviews that educated on and promoted the mission of the Carolina Tiger Rescue.
- Collaborated with the Communication Director to develop content for social media platforms, and in quarterly newsletters.
- Organized and planned community events for International Tiger Day, and similar calendar events.
- Created informational materials for online and in-person distribution on an annual basis and as needed.
- Supported fundraising, both in person and virtually.
- Managed an education budget of approximately $100,000.
- Increased our educational programs, requiring the need to add a full-time educational assistant.
- Hired, trained, and managed an educational assistant.
- Developed and implemented virtual tours, presentations, and accompanying activities to promote active learning.
- Recorded educational videos to connect with wide audiences for social media and the website.
- Web page development, including a kids' page.
- Collaborated with local universities to bring new research and experiences to the organization.
- Shared research and experiences to enhance programming with sister sanctuaries.
- Presented at the 2022 Big Cat Sanctuary Alliance Conference in St. Louis, MO.
- Developed educational programs for diverse audiences at Carolina Tiger Rescue.
- Collaborated with local schools to promote wildlife education initiatives.
- Managed curriculum design to enhance visitor engagement and learning experiences.
- Coordinated outreach events to raise awareness about endangered species.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments.
- Facilitated both in-person and virtual training courses to provide valuable training for new and current staff.
Special Education Teacher
Root Elementary School
Raleigh, NC
08.2009 - 01.2015
- Provided a safe and collaborative learning environment for students on the autism spectrum and with behavioral problems
- Managed and directed up to three instructional assistants daily.
- Maintained accurate data for students on a variety of goals to effectively demonstrate growth to parents and administration.
- Provided social skills lessons and real-world applications for students on the autism spectrum.
- Collaborated with teachers and school officials to provide a successful, inclusive experience for students in mainstream classrooms.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student growth.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance learning outcomes.
- Organized and led professional development workshops for staff.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Biology
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio06.2026
BA - Special Education
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2009
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Educational training
- Budget management
- Public speaking
- Educational leadership
- Performance evaluation
- Recruitment and hiring
- Training and development
- Program planning
- Professional development
Volunteer Experience
- Big Cat Sanctuary Alliance, Member and Serve on the External Communication and Membership Committee, 10/01/17, Present, Develop social media posts for the organization, Assist in newsletter articles as needed, Help develop social media policies to ensure all animals in sister sanctuaries are respected and shown as the wild animals they are, Audit member sanctuaries to ensure they align with the BCSA guidelines and policies to remain active members
- Marine Mammal Center, Animal Care Volunteer, 02/01/24, 05/31/24, Prepped tube feedings for baby elephant seals and California sea lions, Cleaned and sanitized animal pens, Provided medical or feeding updates to staff as needed, Restrained baby elephant seals as they were being tube fed, Provided back up support to other volunteers as needed when moving animals and during feedings
- Museum of Life and Science, Animal Care Volunteer, 11/01/22, 09/30/23, Assisted in food prep and enrichment of farm animals including pigs, cows, and alpaca, Cleaned and sanitized farm animal areas, Maintained public areas of farm yard
Timeline
Education Supervisor
Reid Park Zoo
09.2024 - Current
Health and Wellness Supervisor
Girl Scout Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
Lower and Middle School Math Teacher
Sterne School
04.2024 - 08.2024
Program Manager
Headwaters Science Institute
09.2023 - 04.2024
Education Director
Carolina Tiger Rescue
02.2015 - 08.2023
Special Education Teacher
Root Elementary School
08.2009 - 01.2015
Master of Arts - Biology
Miami University
BA - Special Education
Appalachian State University
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