RACHAEL GINSBURG

• Collaborate with other recreation staff and external partners in developing new recreational activities.
• Supervised staff while improving efficiency and morale.
• Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
• Engaged participants in recreational activities and team-building exercises.
• Coordinated staff volunteers to supervise events and facilitate scheduled activities.
• Researched, planned and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of 5 and 99.
• Tracked program spending, enrollments and attendance to produce monthly reports for program director.
• Established team rosters, scheduled leagues and tournaments and enforced rules and regulations of recreation and athletic programs.
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
• Performed data integrity inspections, referring exceptions and discrepancies to manager for amelioration.
• Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects, including Winter Wildlife Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, and 4th of July.
• Liaised with community organizations to promote recreational activities.
• Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
• Assisted in recruitment and hiring of new recreation staff.
• Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
• Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
• Led off-site data acquisition protocol design, prioritizing secure transmission of data to comply with guidelines and internal security policies.

• Established and implemented behavioral protocols and monitored student behavior, performance, social development and physical health.
• Instructed students using variety of classroom methods and adapted methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities and Individualized Educational Plans.
• Devised and used formative and summative assessments and maintained accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies and regulations.
• Created positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment for students.
• Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
• Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum.
• Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
• Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
• Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
• Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
• Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
• Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.

• Work in a team-based environment with teachers, specialists, and administrators to provide the best education for students of all skill levels
• Create and administer assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress
• Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth
• Utilize multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
• Employ a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 30 students
• Coordinate and execute fieldtrips to the Norfolk Zoo and Chesapeake Bay foundation for over 400 students
• Middle school, (Including Virtual Schooling during

• Write, develop, and execute MSDE approved curricula in environmental education, environmental science, character and outdoor education

• Inquiry and investigative based learning

• Responsible for the safety of up to 40 students in an outdoor, remote setting

• Director of Animal Care: Managing a team of six educators, ensure that animals receive proper care, including diet, safety, and enrichment

• Extended Learning Program: Travel to elementary and middle schools, leading students to identify and explore local environmental issues though outdoor investigations in school communities

• Organize, plan, coordinate and direct programs through verbal presentations, practical demonstrations and interactive activities
• Educate park patrons on the historic, natural and scientific significance of parks, as well as park amenities, wildlife and programs
• Facilitate conservation programs to schools and camps
• Master of Ceremonies for public festivals including Honey Harvest, Music in the Woods and Maple Sugaring Festival
• Supervise high school volunteers and master naturalists
• Travel to schools, groups, homes, camps to present Nature Programs
• Offered personalized support to individuals needing [Type] services, helping connect each with available resources and relevant team members.
• Recorded, transcribed and maintained confidential client information into applicant tracking system and database.
• Increased brand awareness and boosted public perception of organization through proactive outreach and network development with key stakeholders.
• Represented organization at industry conferences by manning booths and giving polished presentations.

• Initiate, develop, and participate in integrative scientific research, including data collection, database maintenance and report creation for animal visibility
• Develop and curate portions of the National Collections
• Develop ethograms of Amazon biota
• Provide exotic animal transportation
• Upkeep of animal habitats and ensuring proper enrichment
• Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
• Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
• Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
• Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
• Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
• Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
• Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.