Meghan MacGregor
Avalon,CA
Summary
Seasoned Environmental Education Coordinator with background in developing and implementing educational programs centered around environmental conservation. Known for exceptional skills in project management, strategic planning, and public speaking. Proven ability to foster connections between communities and their natural environment through engaging education initiatives. Committed to promoting sustainable practices and fostering an appreciation for nature among diverse populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Education Program Coordinator
University of Southern California
Catalina Island, CA
05.2018 - Current
- Plan, direct, and monitor instructional methods and content of undergraduate, graduate, and faculty educational programs.
- Lead programs in marine science lab work, intertidal sampling, underwater robotics, geology, terrestrial ecology, sustainability, and data collection in the field.
- Develop and lead professional development workshops for USC students in oceanography, microbiology, and natural history.
- Work with partner organizations, such as the Catalina Conservancy and Catalina MPA Collaborative, on existing and new environmental programs.
- Hire, supervise, and manage education staff.
- Develop and maintain interpretive center and aquariums.
Hyperbaric Chamber Intern
USC Wrigley Marine Science Center
Avalon, CA
10.2015 - 09.2020
- Assisted in hyperbaric chamber operation involving dive accident patients.
- Demonstrated expertise in machine operating, patient care, and first aid.
Earthwatch Field Team Leader
Earthwatch Institute
Avalon, CA
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed and directed volunteer teams participating in marine science research initiatives on Catalina Island.
- Supervised additional field team support staff.
- Conducted marine mammal surveys, intertidal sampling, water quality sampling, MPAwatch, and marine plastics sampling.
Conservation & Rehabilitation Intern
Cikananga Wildlife Center
West Java, Indonesia
01.2018 - 02.2018
- Provided comprehensive support in the care and rehabilitation of various local wildlife species including orangutans, crocodiles, raptors, leopards, and primates.
- Assisted lead veterinarian in clinical care of injured wildlife.
- Prepared and analyzed clinical samples
Divemaster
Santa Catalina Island Company
Avalon, CA
04.2015 - 10.2017
- Led SCUBA diving tours, introduction dives, and assisted in certification courses.
- Facilitated classroom lectures covering topics related to scuba theory.
- Educated divers about local aquatic life species identification and conservation efforts.
- Provided excellent customer service, managed sales, paperwork, and maintained equipment.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
International Animal Rescue
Nosara, Costa Rica
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Aided in the rescue and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned howler monkeys & local wildlife.
- Educated the public on local conservation issues.
Ski & Snowboard School Coordinator
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes, CA
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Assisted in the management of administrative tasks at Mammoth Mountain Ski & Snowboard School, such as payroll, marketing, and scheduling.
- Coordinated daily snow sports operations, including cashiering, equipment rentals, and childcare.
- Taught a diverse range of students, spanning various age groups, in snow sports instruction.
Divemaster
Emerald Bay Outdoor Academy
Avalon, CA
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Led SCUBA diving tours, introduction dives, and assisted in certification courses for over 300 individuals.
- Facilitated classroom lectures covering topics related to scuba theory.
- Educated divers about local aquatic life species identification and conservation efforts.
- Provided excellent customer service, managed sales, paperwork, and maintained equipment.
Marine Mammal Rehabilitation Intern
Marine Mammal Center
Sausalito, CA
09.2013 - 11.2013
- Aided in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of stranded marine mammals.
Research & Rehabilitation Assistant
Wildtracks Rehabilitation Center
Sarteneja, Belize
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Assisted in a graduate research project led by the University of Leeds investigating the variables influencing West Indian manatee movement.
- Conducted seagrass composition transects in local mangrove habitats.
- Contributed to the care, rehabilitation, and release of injured and displaced wildlife, including manatees, neotropical river otters, and various species of primates.
Marine Mammal Research Assistant
Marine Mammal Physiology Project at UC Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Contributed to the research efforts on Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins, Hawaiian monk seals, and southern sea otters.
- Executed husbandry duties, managed laboratory assignments, conducted water quality examinations, and collected data.
- Educated the community on wildlife conservation issues and supported local school initiatives.
Marine Science Education Intern
Seymour Discovery Center at UC Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
09.2009 - 09.2011
- Led marine science programs for the public and K-12 students.
- Contributed to the development of education activities and exhibits.
Research Assistant
Sinervo Behavioral Genetics Lab at UC Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Mapped locations of endangered lizard species in Mexico using Google Earth and JMP statistics program.
- Contributed to dataset used in securing research grant.
Education
Master of Science - Conservation Medicine
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine At Tufts
Medford, MA05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of California - Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz06-2012
Skills
PROFESSIONAL
- Project Management
- Communication
- Team management
- Education & leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Understanding of professional & ethical responsibility
- Public speaking
- Curriculum development
- Case study development- National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science
TECHNICAL
- Qualtrics Experience Management Software
- ArcGIS for environmental & conservation applications
- Remote sensing analysis with ENVI software
- JMP & SAS statistics programs
- CDC Epi Info
- Laboratory biosafety training
- Grant writing
- Budget planning
FIELD
- Intertidal & subtidal transect assessments
- Water quality & testing
- Camera trap setup, data analysis & reporting
- Wildlife telemetry
- Necropsy for bird, mammal & fish species
- Blood sampling & processing
- Ethogram development & interpretation
Certification
- PADI Divemaster #345296
- Emergency Rescue Diver
- Emergency Dive Accident Management certification
- NAUI Rescue SCUBA diver CPR/First Aid/AED/DAN O2
- DAN Neurological Assessment training & certification
- IACUC training certification IRB CITI training certification
- Professional Ski Instructors of America-American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) Level 1 Snowboard Instructor
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Co-founder: Annual Two Harbors Coastal Cleanup (2018-present)
- Catalina MPA Collaborative Member (2018-present)
- Freediving, SCUBA diving, swimming, hiking, camping, travel, snowsports
Timeline
Environmental Education Program Coordinator
University of Southern California
05.2018 - Current
Earthwatch Field Team Leader
Earthwatch Institute
05.2018 - 12.2019
Conservation & Rehabilitation Intern
Cikananga Wildlife Center
01.2018 - 02.2018
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
International Animal Rescue
01.2016 - 02.2016
Hyperbaric Chamber Intern
USC Wrigley Marine Science Center
10.2015 - 09.2020
Divemaster
Santa Catalina Island Company
04.2015 - 10.2017
Divemaster
Emerald Bay Outdoor Academy
04.2014 - 10.2014
Marine Mammal Rehabilitation Intern
Marine Mammal Center
09.2013 - 11.2013
Research & Rehabilitation Assistant
Wildtracks Rehabilitation Center
03.2013 - 06.2013
Ski & Snowboard School Coordinator
Mammoth Mountain
01.2013 - 04.2015
Marine Mammal Research Assistant
Marine Mammal Physiology Project at UC Santa Cruz
04.2011 - 01.2013
Research Assistant
Sinervo Behavioral Genetics Lab at UC Santa Cruz
09.2010 - 12.2010
Marine Science Education Intern
Seymour Discovery Center at UC Santa Cruz
09.2009 - 09.2011
Master of Science - Conservation Medicine
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine At Tufts
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of California - Santa Cruz
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