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Natasha Goldtooth

Keams Canyon,AZ

Summary


Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Agricultural Science and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Alumni Network Board.

Education Forward Arizona
08.2025 - Current
  • Promote a strong relationship between Education Forward Arizona, its alumni, and supporters.
  • Act as an extension of Education Forward Arizona.
  • Foster a sense of community while recognizing the commitment and contributions of our alumni.
  • Encourage career development and professional networking.
  • Serve as a resource for current scholars and fellow alumni.
  • Create opportunities for alumni and scholars to connect through social, cultural, and educational activities.

Undergraduate Staff Assistant

USDA- National Institute of Food and Agriculture
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Spokesperson for the FALCON Conference presenting on “Traditional Knowledge”, via Teleconference
  • Attend Professional Developments
  • Participate in Team Task Forces
  • Attend weekly meetings
  • Provides administrative and program support to NIFA staff.
  • Assists with grant management, communications, and data analysis.
  • May be involved in policy analysis or research.
  • Completed over 1,000 hrs of training in AgLearn software.
  • Eligible for non-competitive conversion
  • Illegally terminated to Government Hiring Freeze
  • 1994 Tribal Scholars Program
  • Coordinated administrative support for various projects, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for meetings, ensuring timely communication among stakeholders.
  • Conducted research to support program initiatives, providing valuable insights for decision-making.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement policy changes, enhancing compliance with regulations.
  • Established strong working relationships with coworkers through excellent communication skills which led to improved teamwork capabilities.
  • Prepared professional correspondence on behalf of supervisors, maintaining clear communication with external stakeholders.
  • Participated in special projects as assigned by supervisors, demonstrating adaptability and versatility in diverse tasks.
  • Conducted research on various topics as needed, providing valuable information for decision-making processes.

Undergraduate Student Representative

Office of Navajo Nation Government Development
04.2021 - 05.2025
  • Sub-Committee Madam Chair for the Interview Committee.
  • Sub-Committee for Government Reform Project
  • The Commission and Office of Navajo Government Development work to create government reform recommendations in order to improve the Navajo Nation Government at all levels for all Navajo People.
  • Organized events to promote student engagement in governance initiatives.
  • Represented student interests in strategic planning meetings with leadership teams.
  • Collaborated with peers to develop proposals for community development projects.
  • Assisted in drafting reports that summarized student feedback on governmental programs.
  • Participated in curriculum development committees, providing input on course offerings and content.
  • Contributed to diversity initiatives, promoting inclusivity through awareness campaigns and cultural events.
  • Hosted panels addressing pressing issues impacting the undergraduate community, driving meaningful conversation among peers.

Student Intern

Land Grant Diné College
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assist supervisors with office day to day work
  • Facilitate/Create fliers for community events
  • Manage and facilitate a Student Project- Started the “Diné College Launches First Annual AG Festival in Partnership with Leading Agricultural Institutions.” Reached out to neighboring Universities/Colleges from New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. Partnered with USDA- Natural Resource and USDA- APHIS.

Student Ambassador

American Indian College Fund
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Virtual Training: Monthly sessions (webinars, interactive course work, etc.)
  • Sample Topics: Presentation Skills, Power of Storytelling
  • Individual/Peer Coaching Sessions:
  • Sessions in which American Indian College Fund staff work with students to develop the stories and skills to improve the participation in fundraising and recruitment events. Peer Coaching sessions allow students to share experiences to improve performance and participation.
  • Engage and share the importance of education. Uniquely qualified to share my story of obstacles and how to overcome and be a resource for students and families.

Student Intern

Diné Policy Institute
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Transcribing
  • Scheduled Travel Authorizations
  • Data/Surveying
  • Attend Navajo Nation Tribal Governance Meetings
  • Answering phones
  • Attend Policy Workshops
  • Managed Minutes
  • Published in Tribal College Journal - Nihe’ina’ Náás Yiilyéél (Perpetuating Our Way of Life): Diné Local Governance from Tradition to COVID-19

Student Researcher

P.A.T.H.S
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Attended classes
  • Wrote weekly reviews
  • Obtained BioSafety Lab Certificate
  • Knowledge of Omega 3 vs Omega 6
  • Tribal Farming on different reservation
  • Organic vs Non- Organic
  • Attended Workshops on IRBs

Librarian for Cedar Unified School District

Navajo Nation Workforce
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Attended Follet Training for Library Software
  • Records Management
  • Host Scholastic Book Fair
  • Host workshops for incoming presenters in the Library
  • Assist students on researching
  • Promoting Library Resources
  • Scheduled Travel Authorizations
  • Updating Weekly Reports for Monthly Reports
  • Attended Meetings/ Managed Minutes

Paraprofessional 8th grade Math/Science/Girls Cross-Country Coach

Cedar Unified School District
08.2017 - 12.2017
  • Assisted teacher with class.
  • Chaperoned lunch recess
  • Assisted the Athletic Director weekly schedules for games during the week.

Education

Master of Science - Climate Science & Solutions

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Dine College
Tsaile, AZ
05.2025

Associate of Science - Agroecology/ Environmental Science

Dine College
Tsaile, AZ
12.2021

Skills

  • 1 Grant Management - Shadow supervisors the process of grant applications
  • 2 Data Analysis- Proficient in analyzing data and generating reports
  • 3 Communication Skills - Strong verbal and written communication abilities, including experience as a spokesperson
  • 4 Public Speaking - Skilled in presenting information clearly and engagingly
  • 5 Research Skills - Competent in conducting research and synthesizing information on policy issues
  • 6 Administrative Support- Skills in providing administrative assistance, including managing schedules and meetings
  • 7 Policy Analysis - Knowledgeable in analyzing policies impacting the Navajo Nation and related governance
  • 8 Cultural Competence- Understanding of and sensitivity to Navajo culture and community needs

Timeline

Alumni Network Board.

Education Forward Arizona
08.2025 - Current

Undergraduate Staff Assistant

USDA- National Institute of Food and Agriculture
06.2024 - 05.2025

Student Intern

Land Grant Diné College
08.2023 - 05.2024

Undergraduate Student Representative

Office of Navajo Nation Government Development
04.2021 - 05.2025

Student Ambassador

American Indian College Fund
08.2020 - 05.2021

Student Intern

Diné Policy Institute
06.2019 - 03.2020

Librarian for Cedar Unified School District

Navajo Nation Workforce
10.2018 - 02.2019

Student Researcher

P.A.T.H.S
06.2018 - 06.2019

Paraprofessional 8th grade Math/Science/Girls Cross-Country Coach

Cedar Unified School District
08.2017 - 12.2017

Master of Science - Climate Science & Solutions

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Dine College

Associate of Science - Agroecology/ Environmental Science

Dine College

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