Tasha Sopp
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable environmental educator specializing in curriculum development and team leadership. Excel in creating engaging programs for diverse youth groups, enhancing learning through innovative cross-curricular lessons. Demonstrated exceptional ability in training and supervising staff, ensuring high-quality educational experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Naturalist
Tamarack Nature Center
White Bear Lake Township, MN
06.2021 - Current
- Developed interpretive programs for schools and youth organizations.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Collaborated with EC teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons for preschoolers.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
Day Camp Coordinator
Tamarack Nature Center
White Bear Lake, MN
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive day camp program for children ages 3-13.
- Trained new counselors on policies and procedures associated with the day camp program.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to youth development and outdoor education.
Shift Supervisor
Punch Pizza
Eagan, MN
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Society, And The Environment
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN06-2021
Associate of Arts -
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN12-2018
Master of Arts - Teaching 5-8 General Science
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- Environmental education
- Curriculum Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Inquiry-based learning
- Adaptability
- Team Leadership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Day Camp Coordinator
Tamarack Nature Center
03.2023 - 08.2024
Naturalist
Tamarack Nature Center
06.2021 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Punch Pizza
08.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Society, And The Environment
University of Minnesota
Associate of Arts -
Century College
Master of Arts - Teaching 5-8 General Science
Hamline University
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