Stephanie Aragon

Stephanie Aragon

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    5th Grade Teacher

  • Education

    • University of Washington

      2010 - 2013
      Environmental Studies, Anthropology
    • University of Washington

      2019 - 2020
      Master's in Teaching Elementary Education
  • Experience

    • S.A.G.E (Student Association for Green Environments)

      Oct 2011 - Aug 2013
      President and Founder

      I facilitated students at the University of Washington to develop ideas, stimulate awareness and promote environmental stewardship; this included running weekly meetings and developing projects.

    • US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

      Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
      Intern

      I worked in the Office of Environmental Assessment to educate EPA program staff on climate change impacts projected for the Pacific Northwest and help them focus on their program-specific information needs.

    • International Living Future Institute

      Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
      Intern

      I provided program support for the Living Building Challenge (the world's most rigorous sustainable-design and construction standard) by assisting onsite webinars, running database reports, and contacting program ambassadors.

    • Woodland Park Zoo

      Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
      Education Programs Instructor

      I present engaging programs, experiences and activities on zoo grounds. I handle and present a variety of species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and arthropods. I've supported a number of zoo programs, and worked as an instructor for both Overnight Adventures and Summer Camp. My position (and the Woodland Park Zoo) focuses on environmental education and inspiring conservation action.

    • University of Washington

      Sept 2015 - Aug 2018
      Fiddleheads Forest School - Associate/ Lead Teacher

      I explore the natural world with students through age-appropriate lessons and activities. At Fiddleheads we aim to foster a sense of wonder, and to provide room for possibility through a child-driven curriculum. This dynamic environment fosters the development of self-regulation and a fundamental appreciation for the natural world.

    • Tiny Trees Preschool

      Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
      Lead Teacher

      I teach and develop curriculum, incorporate anti-bias curriculum, and assess students, while mentoring staff and volunteers.I am the most senior educator on-site at my outdoor classroom. I work closely with our director of education, regional manager, team of coordinators, curriculum coaches, and fellow teachers.

    • The Perkins School

      Aug 2020 - Jun 2021
      Lead Teacher
    • TUKWILA SCHOOL DISTRICT

      Sept 2021 - now
      5th Grade Teacher
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • AED

    • CPR

    • First Aid

    • Zones of Regulation

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Stephanie Aragon
      Student Speaker at the UW Environmental Studies Graduation Program on the Environment Jun 2013