Mara Levine
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
People-minded and passionate outdoor leader with ample personal and professional experience in the outdoor recreation industry. I prioritize fostering a growth-focused and inclusive environment for both new and experienced clientele. I'm most passionate about making outdoor activities accessible to women and minorities, and encouraging others' excitement about the outdoors. I have a very diverse skillset and am a really quick and eager learner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Climbing Clinic Instructor
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
05.2024 - Current
- Teach new climbers to top rope belay in 2 hour sessions and top rope-certified climbers to lead belay in 2.5 hour sessions.
- Collaborate with co-instructors to build lesson plans and drills to teach fundamental belay skills like tying a figure-8 knot, taking in and giving slack, clipping quickdraws, catching falls, and lowering climbers.
Climbing Gym Attendant
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
05.2024 - Current
- Maintain a friendly and laid back vibe while welcoming members and new climbers into the gym. Navigate "Fusion" to check people into our system, obtain waivers, and sell merchandise.
- Give orientations including introduction to gym policies, bouldering basics, and information about our ropes climbing. Administer top rope and lead belay tests; instruct new staff in administering these tests.
Senior Guide
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
04.2024 - Current
- Cultivate a welcoming and growth-focused experience for participants of all different backgrounds, while guiding front and backcountry backpacking, climbing, and canoeing trips.
- Teach basic outdoor skills for camping, foundational outdoor climbing skills, and foundational paddling skills.
Youth Programs Climbing Instructor
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Planned and led week-long climbing camps for up to 16 kids ages 9-11 and 11-14, with a co-lead. Camps included belay instruction, movement/technique lessons, learning hold types and climbing lingo, and playing games like add-on and shark attack.
- Focus was on group instruction and one-on-one instruction when possible, to ensure participants were achieving their climbing goals and having fun throughout the week.
User Generated Content Coordinator
She Summits Co.
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Reached a targeted audience with content advertising camps, trips, and job openings. Generated this content using photos and videos from past camp seasons, and following social media trends.
- Planned and executed a schedule for posting content and interacting with other users and brands.
Librarian
U of Minnesota Curriculum & Instruction Library
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Cataloged and organized books for children & young adults. Created content sections based on themes, genre, and topics.
- Helped students studying elementary education pick out books based on the ages and interests of their students/ the goals of their lessons.
- Organized and advertised themed community events to be held at the library.
Sales Associate
Midwest Mountaineering
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Supported and guided customers in building packing lists for outdoor adventures (backpacking, skiing, etc.) and explained the technical functions of different clothing and gear.
- Navigated “Retail Pro” to stock shelves, print pricing, and tag products.
Trip Leader
She Summits Co.
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Guided 2-week backcountry and front country adventure trips for girls ages 5-17. Managed food, equipment and behavioral challenges in remote wilderness settings for groups of up to 10 people. Developed skills in giving and receiving feedback to coworkers, as well as developing and modifying itineraries in the field.
- Practiced basic field medicine at the WFR level.
Communications and Event Planning Intern
U of Minnesota Center for Climate Literacy
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated community outreach events and guest speakers, communicated member updates on projects via email and in-person.
- Worked in the Children’s Literature Library; gathered theme-specific literature collections and wrote book reviews.
Ski Technician
Midwest Mountaineering
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Waxed, removed and replaced bindings, and repaired Nordic skis of various different models and brands.
Finance & Scheduling Intern
Art of Optiks
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Navigated the computer software program, "OptimEyes" to: build doctors' and opticians' patient schedules, order products, scan/send/store files.
- Was responsible for keeping confidential patient information secure and developed skills in respectful inquiry with patients.
Nanny
Day Family
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Responsible for all basic childcare tasks from wake-up to dinner, including meals, transportation, playing and potty training.
- Guided children in conflict-resolution and mindfulness when overstimulated, remaining calm in high-strung environments.
Server & Barista
Peoples Organic Cafe
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Served, bussed and ran food to up to 12 tables simultaneously; engaged skills in open communication with patrons to provide high quality service, despite being understaffed. Mastered the general responsibilities of being a barista and cashier.
Volleyball Coach
43 Hoops Inc
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Taught volleyball fundamentals to K-8th graders; planned and lead activities, drills and games; encouraged self-confidence and a sense of achievement in young girls for learning a new skill.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
High School Diploma -
Minnetonka High School
Minnetonka, MN06-2021
Skills
- Climbing instruction
- Wilderness medicine
- Outdoor leadership
- Lesson planning
- Trip planning
- Behavioral management
- Client rapport building
- Giving & receiving constructive feedback
Certification
- Wilderness First Responder (WMA)
- Top Rope Climbing Instructor - Assistant (PCIA)
- Maine Trip Leader (Maine Summer Camps)
- Lifeguard + CPR/AED (American Red Cross)
- Open Water Scuba Diver (SSI)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Programs Climbing Instructor
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
06.2024 - 08.2024
Climbing Clinic Instructor
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
05.2024 - Current
Climbing Gym Attendant
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
05.2024 - Current
Senior Guide
U of Minnesota Center for Outdoor Adventure
04.2024 - Current
User Generated Content Coordinator
She Summits Co.
10.2023 - 05.2024
Trip Leader
She Summits Co.
05.2023 - 09.2023
Librarian
U of Minnesota Curriculum & Instruction Library
01.2023 - 05.2024
Ski Technician
Midwest Mountaineering
12.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Associate
Midwest Mountaineering
11.2022 - 10.2023
Communications and Event Planning Intern
U of Minnesota Center for Climate Literacy
11.2022 - 06.2023
Finance & Scheduling Intern
Art of Optiks
08.2021 - 02.2022
Nanny
Day Family
08.2021 - 02.2022
Server & Barista
Peoples Organic Cafe
05.2021 - 09.2021
Volleyball Coach
43 Hoops Inc
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Wilderness First Responder (WMA)
- Top Rope Climbing Instructor - Assistant (PCIA)
- Maine Trip Leader (Maine Summer Camps)
- Lifeguard + CPR/AED (American Red Cross)
- Open Water Scuba Diver (SSI)
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Minnesota
High School Diploma -
Minnetonka High School
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