Jonathan Markowitz
Santa Monica,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator and safety trainer with a rich background at Argo Navis School, specializing in disaster operations and incident command. Excelled in volunteer leadership, engaging communities in emergency preparedness, and fostering government partnerships. Proven ability in risk assessment and passionate about empowering individuals through collaborative learning and professional training.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Disaster Training & Emergency Preparedness Educator
American Red Cross / Team Rubicon
Pacific Palisades, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Completed ICS-300, FEMA NIMS, and Wildland Fire Safety training, preparing for direct field deployment
- Conducted emergency response education and risk assessment workshops for volunteers and community members
- Assisted in emergency preparedness planning and resource coordination during community events
Scuba Program Director & Safety Instructor
Argo Navis School
Los Angeles, USA
04.2023 - Current
- Designed and led safety training programs, including CPR, AED, and first aid instruction
- Organized and managed multi-day international scuba expeditions, handling logistics, risk assessments, and emergency protocols
- Instructed students and adults in high-risk environments, teaching emergency procedures and equipment safety
K-8 Math & Science Teacher | Safety Trainer
Argo Navis School
Playa Vista, USA
07.2022 - 03.2025
- Developed real-world STEM curricula focusing on environmental science, safety, and disaster resilience
- Integrated hands-on safety and emergency preparedness training into educational programs
- Led community-based environmental restoration projects tied to disaster resilience and climate impact
Lead Ocean Safety & Surf Instructor
Aqua Surf School
Santa Monica, USA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Trained and supervised a team of 20+ instructors in ocean rescue, first aid, and risk management
- Developed and implemented youth ocean safety programs, emphasizing emergency response protocols
Education
B.A. - Geosciences – Honors
Skills
- Disaster Operations & Incident Command
- Volunteer Training & Leadership
- Emergency Preparedness & Safety Education
- Community & Government Partnership Building
- Risk Assessment & Logistics Coordination
- Multi-Day Expedition & Field Team Management
- Continuing education
- Group and individual instruction
- Professional training
- Collaborative learning
- Student engagement
- Remote learning
- Problem-solving
- Student records management
- Online teaching
- Time management
- Public health education
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Teaching strategies
Certification
- HAZWOPER-40
- ICS-300 - FEMA
- S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
- Environmental Health Training in Emergency Response Awareness Course
- Q0259: Chemical and Physical Properties Terms - National Fire Academy
- Open Water Scuba Instructor - PADI and SDI
- First Aid/CPR/AED/Oxygen/Bloodborn Pathogens Instructor - Red Cross/EFR/EFRI
Timeline
Disaster Training & Emergency Preparedness Educator - American Red Cross / Team Rubicon
01.2025 - Current
Scuba Program Director & Safety Instructor - Argo Navis School
04.2023 - Current
K-8 Math & Science Teacher | Safety Trainer - Argo Navis School
07.2022 - 03.2025
Lead Ocean Safety & Surf Instructor - Aqua Surf School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Skidmore College - B.A., Geosciences – Honors
References
References available upon request.
Relevant Training And Certifications
- FEMA ICS-300: Intermediate Incident Command System, 01/01/25
- HAZWOPER-40: Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response, 01/01/25
- S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, 01/01/25
- IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800: FEMA Incident Command & National Response Framework
- IS-2200: Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions, 01/01/25
- Emergency First Response (EFR) Instructor: CPR, AED, First Aid (American Red Cross)
- Environmental Health Training in Emergency Response, 01/01/25
References
References available upon request.
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