Piper Collins
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Botany student at San Francisco State University. Experience in plant anatomy, identification, and ecology.
From the courses taken, I was able to deepen my knowledge and understanding of plants in their environment, as well as my love of being outdoors and connected to nature.
From my work experience, I've learned leadership and management skills. As well as communication and experience with outdoor education.
I would love to be given the chance to work on protecting and maintaining the beautiful biodiversity found in the Bay Area.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew (Wet Produce)
Trader Joe's
Stonestown
01.2023 - Current
- Lead the restocking and facing of the Wet Produce department.
- Determine which products are needed, and how to best stock them.
- Assist managers in maintaining a clean, efficient store.
- Customer service and problem-solving on a crew level.
Tutor and Online Manager
Kumon
Los Gatos Blossom Crest
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Tutored 4- to 12-year-old kids for a year, then was promoted to Online Manager in August 2020.
- Managed tutors and student assignments online.
- I answered emails and communicated clearly with parents and my supervisor.
- Managed enrollments and new hires.
Camp Counselor
Walden West Outdoor School
Saratoga, CA
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Outdoor education through hikes and games.
- Assisting instructors with setup and child management.
- Supervising 4- to 12-year-olds.
- Helped lead kids through hikes and outdoor learning in summer and science camp.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Biology (Botany)
San Francisco State University
San Francisco06.2025
Skills
- Problem solving
- Passion for learning
- Organization
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Basic computer skills
- Experience with R programming
- Experience keying plants using the Jepson Manual
Lab Experience
I had the privilege of being in Dr. Jason Cantley's Lab working on digitizing specimens in the Harry D. Thiers Herbarium at SFSU in spring and fall of 2024.
- Updated and maintained herbarium databases with current information.
- Hands-on experience with herbarium specimens and plant identification.
- Collaborated in a team to reach project deadlines.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Crew (Wet Produce)
Trader Joe's
01.2023 - Current
Tutor and Online Manager
Kumon
08.2019 - 08.2021
Camp Counselor
Walden West Outdoor School
06.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Biology (Botany)
San Francisco State University
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