Zoë Grace Lovell
Environmental Educator
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Driven Environmental Educator dedicated to promoting accessible and community informed environmental education. Exceptionally skilled in designing and leading engaging and educational enrichment for preschool and elementary-age students.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Educator
City Of Hillsboro Parks And Recreation
Hillsboro, OR
03.2020 - Current
- Execute hands-on outdoor education and events at Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve
- Lead traveling school programs and in-class outreach on variety of topics including nature, environmental stewardship, science, outdoor recreation, and teamwork
- Develop, collaborate on, and instruct nature-based educational programming – including youth STEAM classes Young Scientist Club Series, and family-oriented nature preschool Tiny Tadpoles
- Demonstrate positive and effective classroom management skill
- Special Events – collaborative planning, preparations, supervising volunteers, education booth and concessions
Forest School Educator
Premier NW Kids Forest School
Vancouver, WA
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Facilitated youth nature-based outdoor programs, supervising up to 20 students
- Curriculum planning, collaboration and development
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
Shift Lead
Dogtopia of North
Raleigh, NC
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Scheduled, Supervised, and Trained Animal Handlers, Care Staff, and Reception
- Promoted from K9 Coach to Head Coach to Shift Lead
- K9 temperament and health assessment and management
- Customer service and reception; invoice and retail
Early Childhood Educator
The Children's Courtyard
Lacey, WA
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Supervised, cared for, and educated up to 10 preschool students
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Promoted physical, academic and social development
Environmental Education Intern
Nisqually River Foundation
Olympia, WA
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Facilitated nature-based outdoor education at Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge
- Led youth field expeditions - including plant walks and birdwatching
- Facilitated traveling classroom programs
- Posted regularly on blog and other social media outlets
Education
BS - Environmental Science
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA2016
Skills
- Environmental Inquiry-Based Education
- Curriculum Development
- Leadership & Group Management
- PNW Ecology, Native & Invasive Species Knowledge
- Staff & Volunteer Training
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
Certification
- STARS Certified
- CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Certified
- Level 1 Archery Instructor - USA Archery
Timeline
Forest School Educator
Premier NW Kids Forest School
03.2021 - 10.2021
Environmental Educator
City Of Hillsboro Parks And Recreation
03.2020 - Current
Shift Lead
Dogtopia of North
09.2018 - 01.2020
Early Childhood Educator
The Children's Courtyard
09.2017 - 07.2018
Environmental Education Intern
Nisqually River Foundation
04.2017 - 06.2017
BS - Environmental Science
The Evergreen State College
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