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Ken Riddell-Young

Castleton-On-Hudson,NY
Ken Riddell-Young

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in education and business management. As Science Department Leader at Voorheesville Central School District, I spearheaded curriculum enhancements and fostered professional development. Adept in motivating and guiding students and at small business operations, I excel in driving sales and growth while nurturing collaborative environments. Passionate about empowering students and teams alike.

Overview

31
years of professional experience

Work History

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

Stride Adaptive Sports Volunteer
08.2024 - Current

Job overview

Guiding individuals with disabilities in skiing, using specialized equipment and techniques to create inclusive and enjoyable on-snow experiences.

Self

Small Business Owner
06.2024 - Current

Job overview

Blue Moon Chocolate & Gifts. Purchased real estate, designed and helped build chocolate/gift/coffee shop. Work the retail end of the shop and keep all physical systems operating.

Voorheesville Central School District

High School Science Teacher
09.1994 - 06.2024

Job overview

Taught regents level earth science and earth score labs and prepared kids for the regents examinations. Taught college level introduction to meteorology course.

Voorheesville Central School District

Science Department Leader
09.2019 - 06.2025

Job overview

Guided the science department grades 7-12 through curriculum changes and professional development and ordered supplies for the entire department.

EF Tours

EF Tour Group Leader
11.2012 - 04.2024

Job overview

Planned International Group tours

Recruited student travelers

Led international tours

Voorheesville Central School District

Sophomore Class Advisor
09.2022 - 06.2024

Job overview

Met with class representatives to devise plans and goals for the school year, including fundraisers, grid trips and prom planning.

Voorheesville Central School District

Chemical Hygiene Officer
09.2019 - 06.2024

Job overview

Maintained and supervised departmental chemical storage, usage and inventory. Ensured safe lab practices.

University At Albany - Suny

University in the High School Instructor
09.1996 - 06.2024

Job overview

Taught an introduction to meteorology college level course to high school students for college credit. Coordinated with the university, the students and the high school.

Education

University At Albany
Albany, NY

Master Of Science from Teaching Earth Science
05.1992

University At Albany
Albany, NY

Bachelor Of Science from Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
05.1989

Skills

  • Science Educator
  • Meteorology Forecasting
  • International Tour Group Leader
  • New business launch
  • Business operations leadership
  • Business growth and retention

Timeline

Stride Adaptive Sports Volunteer

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
08.2024 - Current

Small Business Owner

Self
06.2024 - Current

Sophomore Class Advisor

Voorheesville Central School District
09.2022 - 06.2024

Science Department Leader

Voorheesville Central School District
09.2019 - 06.2025

Chemical Hygiene Officer

Voorheesville Central School District
09.2019 - 06.2024

EF Tour Group Leader

EF Tours
11.2012 - 04.2024

University in the High School Instructor

University At Albany - Suny
09.1996 - 06.2024

High School Science Teacher

Voorheesville Central School District
09.1994 - 06.2024

University At Albany

Master Of Science from Teaching Earth Science

University At Albany

Bachelor Of Science from Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology