Detail-oriented and highly organized museum professional with extensive experience in project management, research, writing, and adept at coordinating cross-functional teams, developing engaging educational programs, and ensuring project milestones are met within schedule and budget. Passionate about creating innovative, interactive museum exhibits.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Formal & Digital Education Coordinator
State Historical Society of Iowa
Des Moines, IA
01.2022 - Current
Lead the design and implementation of K-12 educational programs, and exhibit-based learning experiences.
Collaborate with museum staff, including curators, exhibit designers, and collections managers, to develop programming.
Organize and oversee professional development workshops, coordinating logistics with vendors and educators.
Develop and manage digital museum resources, including interactive content and virtual exhibits.
Administer and report on the Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) grant, collaborating with national partners to ensure compliance, and innovation.
Research, write, and edit digital education content, ensuring historical accuracy and engagement for diverse audiences.
Manage budgets, contracts, and project timelines to meet institutional goals effectively.
Utilized different software, including Asana, for communication projects
Social Studies Teacher & Student Council Advisor
Muscatine High School
Muscatine, IA
08.2018 - 01.2022
Designed and delivered interactive history lessons, integrating museum resources to enrich learning.
Led event planning and project management initiatives as the Student Council Advisor.
Managed budgets and coordinated with vendors to execute successful school-wide events.
Developed virtual and in-person learning experiences incorporating historical inquiry methods.
Web & Virtual Program Specialist
Muscatine Art Center
Muscatine, IA
05.2021 - 08.2021
Partnered with museum registrar to develop virtual exhibits, enhancing digital engagement.
Created and curated programs aligning with museum collections and educational goals.
Conducted in-depth research and developed lesson plans using archival materials.
Designed a virtual walking tour in collaboration with local historians, showcasing historical narratives.
Assisted in planning and executing interactive art education programs for young audiences.
Education
Master of Arts - Museum Studies
Western Illinois University
Davenport, IA
05-2021
Bachelor of Science - History Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
05-2018
Skills
Program development
Project management
Research skills
Budget management
Stakeholder collaboration
Effective communication
Timeline
Formal & Digital Education Coordinator
State Historical Society of Iowa
01.2022 - Current
Web & Virtual Program Specialist
Muscatine Art Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Social Studies Teacher & Student Council Advisor
Muscatine High School
08.2018 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Museum Studies
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - History Education
University of Northern Iowa
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