Rachel Potts
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated Organizer and Educator with 10 years of empowering community members and interests by communicating with local and state governments. Skilled at connecting organizations with powerful allies to solicit real change and effective action. Known for bringing diverse groups together to achieve universally beneficial goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Supervisor
Orange County Solid Waste Management
2022.10 - Current
- Create and share content pertaining to sustainability, recycling, waste reduction and community resources
- Interpret and disseminate scientific information to the public
- Manage team of 5+ staff, including onboarding and training
- Organize and engage in field work related to recycling education and behavior change
- Enhance community engagement by implementing diverse outreach programs for various demographics.
- Provide hands on education and materials to members of the community.
- Build strong community relationships by actively participating in local events and developing strategic partnerships
First Response Coordinator
Outer Banks Marine Mammal Stranding Network
2018.01 - 2021.12
- Organized and oversaw marine mammal stranding operations
- Managed volunteers and staff, including training and in-field work
- Responded to stranding calls including live and deceased animals
- Performed necropsies
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents
Environmental Educator
North Carolina Aquariums At Jennette's Pier
2016.03 - 2021.12
- Enhanced environmental awareness by developing and delivering engaging educational programs for various age groups.
- Designed and taught environmental science programs for students of all grade levels
- Created, planned, and implemented environmental-based activities
- Designed presentations and displays for the public
- Served on committees regarding matters like diversity, equity and inclusion and conservation practices
- Promoted sustainable practices through hands-on activities and interactive presentations, fostering positive behavior change in students
Extended Daycare Counselor
Falls Church City Public Schools
2014.09 - 2016.03
- Organized and lead science activities
- Solved interpersonal conflicts between children and handled disciplinary issues.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing and supervising group activities
- Boosted safety by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing necessary measures
- Established a nurturing environment by fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Environmental Classroom Teacher
Columbia Baptist Child Development Center
2014.08 - 2016.03
- Created and implemented curriculum for an environmental-based classroom setting
- Fostered emotional and social growth
- Taught essential skills in math, science, language, reading/writing, and gross/fine motor skills
- Worked with children with special needs
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies (Environmental Affairs)
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2014
Skills
- Content Creation
- Public Speaking
- Grant Writing
- Community Outreach
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Management
- Data Entry and Analysis
- Volunteer Management
- Digital Communication
- Partnership Development
Affiliations
- STEM Educators for Equity and Diversity Fellows NC
- NC Aquariums Conservation Action Committee Member
- NC Aquariums Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Member
- Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research- Board Member
- Virginia Tech Women's Water Polo Team-Athlete and Social Chair
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Community Engagement Supervisor
Orange County Solid Waste Management
2022.10 - Current
First Response Coordinator
Outer Banks Marine Mammal Stranding Network
2018.01 - 2021.12
Environmental Educator
North Carolina Aquariums At Jennette's Pier
2016.03 - 2021.12
Extended Daycare Counselor
Falls Church City Public Schools
2014.09 - 2016.03
Environmental Classroom Teacher
Columbia Baptist Child Development Center
2014.08 - 2016.03
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies (Environmental Affairs)
Virginia Tech
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