Megan Linder
Princeton,MN
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional recent Environmental Studies graduate from the University of Minnesota Morris. Skilled in data collection and analysis, independent and collaborative project development, and leadership experience, there is an urgency to leverage expertise in environmental sustainability and conservation practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
Morris Area Child Care Center
Morris, MN
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for toddlers to promote cognitive and social development.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring compliance with all state health and safety regulations.
- Guided classroom activities, encouraging creativity and exploration through play-based learning.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate child progress and address developmental needs effectively at each child’s individual pace.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Bartender & Server
The Met Lounge/The Fireside
Morris, MN
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails, beverages, and bar food.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food and beverage service.
- Implemented efficient workflows during peak hours to maximize service speed without compromising quality.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Environmental Intern
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in conducting environmental assessments to evaluate campus sustainability practices.
- Collaborated with team members to develop educational materials on the campus tree canopy.
- Conducted data collection and analysis for ongoing environmental studies and reports.
- Developed presentations on findings from research initiatives to share with academic peers and faculty.
- Conducted tree surveys as part of forestry assessments, offering valuable insights into tree diversity and health within the University of Minnesota Morris campus.
Assistant Manager
Paws Up 4 You LLC
Princeton, MN
11.2018 - 07.2022
- Assisted in training new staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures..
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Provided daytime pet care for dogs of all ages, sizes, and behavioral discrepancies.
- Provided grooming services from nail trims to full bath and haircut services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN12.2025
Skills
Reliable, adaptable, and quick to learn
Initiative taking and self motivated
Eager to apply academic knowledge and skills built from experience to support environmental initiatives
Understanding of environmental policy, sustainability, and conservation practices and principles
Field experience through coursework, internships and volunteer opportunities with gained knowledge in data collection and analysis (Excel, ArcGIS)
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Morris Area Child Care Center
06.2025 - Current
Environmental Intern
University of Minnesota Morris
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bartender & Server
The Met Lounge/The Fireside
03.2023 - 08.2025
Assistant Manager
Paws Up 4 You LLC
11.2018 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Minnesota Morris