Olivia Martinez
112 Sandia Rd NW, Apt D, Albuquerque,New Mexico
Summary
Passionate about education and environmental stewardship, I am dedicated to inspiring the next generation, particularly in underrepresented communities, to become advocates for the land. With a profound love for the outdoors and a commitment to conservation, I have found purpose in guiding young minds towards fulfilling careers aligned with their passion. As an outdoor educator, I've witnessed the transformative power of connecting individuals with nature and instilling a sense of responsibility. I aspire to bridge gaps and create pathways for diverse individuals to thrive in the field of environmental stewardship, fostering a more inclusive and sustainable future.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Charter School & NASP Coordinator
Nature Niños, New Mexico Wildlife Federation
2023.01 - Current
- Collaborated with partner school administrators to plan program details, dates, and logistics.
- Arranged transportation and planned local (ie. city of Albuquerque) and hyperlocal (ie. South Valley, International District, etc.) locations strategically.
- Crafted the Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) agreements in addition to facilitating administrative requirements for schools, including the distribution of student waivers and release forms.
- Developed comprehensive semester plans and curriculum for each class while efficiently managing student attendance and other pertinent information as required by partner schools and Nature Niños.
- Provided leadership and mentorship training to charter school instructors in Nature Niños methods for classroom management, student interaction, and nature experiences in various programs.
- Conducted weekly check-ins with Nature Niños charter school instructors to evaluate the status of their class experiences, ensuring they were adequately prepared with necessary supplies and plans.
- Provided constructive feedback and offered suggestions and solutions for challenges that arose.
- Represented Nature Niños and programs at community school meetings and related events.
- Organized NASP related activities and helped to ensure all Nature Niños staff are NASP certified.
- Enhanced and broadened the community and charter school network within Nature Niños.
- Served as the Day Camp Director, overseeing 150 enrolled campers and 6 camp counselors, from May to August 2023.
Outdoor Educator
Nature Niños, New Mexico Wildlife Federation
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Developed age appropriate outdoor curriculum for ages 4 to 17 using Project WILD, Project Learning Tree, Growing Up WILD, etc.
- Lead community oriented hikes and outreach events for marginalized communities.
- Interacted and engaged with students between the ages 4 to 17, class sizes of 25.
- Certified as a Basic Archery Instructor through the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and National Archery in Schools Program (NASP)
- Provided a high energy, caring, open and welcoming environment for New Mexico youth.
- Communicated directly with the program team in regards to expectations, activity planning, safety protocols, and community partnership/ volunteer coordination.
- Provided program communications such as weekly parent emails, program summaries, photo distribution, etc.
- Served as the Day Camp Director, overseeing 225 enrolled campers and 10 camp counselors, from May to August 2022.
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
East Gate Kids Learning Center
2020.06 - 2022.01
- Assisting in paperwork such as daily meal count and attendance, weekly binder, lesson plans, CQI’s, Quick Looks, educational assessments and portfolios and Social Emotional Questionnaires.
- Engaged and developed curriculum for children ages 3 to 5 utilizing interactive learning methods and Reggio Emilia approach.
- Led a New Mexico Pre-K classroom (ages 4 to 5) as the primary teacher from November 2, 2020, to January 4, 2021.
- Abided by COVID-19 restrictions and regulations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment for children and staff.
Youth Ambassadors Crew Member
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps - MRG
2018.09 - 2019.05
- Served a 400 Hour AmeriCorps term focusing on community and environmental service work.
- Participated in gatherings and activities addressing environmental concerns within the Middle Rio Grande region.
- Developed and refined public speaking skills with diverse audiences during community outreach events.
- Professionally represented Rocky Mountain Youth Corps at various locations including the South Valley, Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge, etc.
Assistant Crew Supervisor
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps - MRG
2018.05 - 2018.08
- Served a 300 Hour AmeriCorps term focusing on community and environmental service work.
- Collaborated with federal agency partners: U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) - Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge and Albuquerque Open Space.
- Performed technical trail building and trail corridor maintenance work with routine use of hand tools.
- Accomplished daily project goals, including installation of culverts, rock steps, water bars, earthen dips, drains, rock cairns, and rock retaining walls.
- Followed minimal impact wilderness ethics and adhered to Leave No Trace principles.
- Practiced in corpsmember personal and professional development trainings.
Education
Environmental Science
Fort Lewis College
Durango, COHigh School Diploma -
Native American Community Academy
Albuquerque, NM05.2019
Skills
- Logistics
- Communication
- Archery (Compound & Recurve)
- Creative
- Child Engagement
- Well Organized
References
Sarah Candelaria, Youth Program Director of Nature Niños New Mexico, New Mexico Wildlife Federation, sarah@nmwildlife.org, 505-573-0705
Hyesun Kim, Pre-K Lead Teacher, East Gate Kids Learning Center, carolsun1984@gmail.com, (703) 362-1364
Yancey Ranspot, Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station, yancey.d.ranspot@usda.gov, 505-430-9862
Timeline
Charter School & NASP Coordinator
Nature Niños, New Mexico Wildlife Federation
2023.01 - Current
Outdoor Educator
Nature Niños, New Mexico Wildlife Federation
2022.01 - 2023.01
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
East Gate Kids Learning Center
2020.06 - 2022.01
Youth Ambassadors Crew Member
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps - MRG
2018.09 - 2019.05
Assistant Crew Supervisor
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps - MRG
2018.05 - 2018.08
Environmental Science
Fort Lewis College
High School Diploma -
Native American Community Academy
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