Stesha Bankhead
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Dedicated science professional with extensive research experience completed in my masters program in Geosciences specifically environmental sciences, atmospheric science, climate change, coastal environments, natural hazards and disaster management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate School Capstone Project
Mississippi State Univeristy
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Wrote my graduate research project on risk perception and management of people living in mobile homes in the Southeast specifically tornado vulnerability.
- Wrote a capstone proposal on the social and geo physical vulnerability people in the Southeast specifically Alabama deal with when faced with tornadoes and severe weather.
- Researched on climate and how that plays a part in the vulnerability mobile residents face
Field Researcher
Mississippi State Univeristy
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Took a field course part of my Environmental Science degree to do a week long extensive field research on the geographic and geologic characteristics of the Appalachian Mountains in Georgia, Tennessee, and Cherokee Bend, North Carolina.
- Went to Lookout Mountain in Georgia and observed the beautiful waterfalls and looking at the top of the Southeastern states from the very top of the mountain. Also made a field notebook from the caves from Ruby Falls
- Made field observations of outcrops and geologic folding and weathering of rocks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Paraprofessional
Tuscaloosa City Schools
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Customer Service Representative
Teleperformance USA
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.2021
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Environmental Impact Analysis
- Soil Sampling
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Sustainability Planning
- Natural Resource Management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Tuscaloosa City Schools
05.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2023 - 05.2024
Customer Service Representative
Teleperformance USA
10.2022 - 07.2023
Graduate School Capstone Project
Mississippi State Univeristy
08.2022 - 08.2024
Field Researcher
Mississippi State Univeristy
08.2022 - 09.2022
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Mississippi State University
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