Connor Carroll

Experience

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  Delta Gamma

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2013

  Director of Public Relations

  • Formed strong, positive relationships within the Corvallis community and Oregon State University • Co-Organized “The Kind Campaign” • Compiled award-winning Vanderpool application

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  Audubon Nature Institute

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  African Savannah Intern

  •Heightened eco-tourist’s experiences by providing deep understanding of natural habitats, specific diets, behavioral and physiological characteristics of several species • Enriched captive animal’s lives through customized activities based on species’ natural behaviors • Fed and provided medication, cleaned enclosures and maintained exhibits

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  Oregon State University Memorial Union Basement

  Jul 2014 - Jun 2015

  Assistant Manager of Public Relations and Outreach

  • Coordinated advertising and promotional materials for multiple student organizations• Formed new advertising sales relationships with local businesses• Coordinated outreach programs and marketed events using resources and social media• Maintained presentable interior, decorated for holidays and handed independent projects• Resolved customer service issues and ensured customer satisfaction• Assisted in the hiring and training of new employees

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  Auburn University

  Aug 2015 - Nov 2015

  Wildlife Research Technician

  • Assisted University to understand black bears activities within a three-county ecosystem • Provided exact scheduling of biomass collections using hair snares and scat samples• Recorded data in field and maintain collected data• Created positive working relationships with private land owners so future research work continues

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  City of Austin

  May 2016 - Nov 2019

  • Led preschool teacher for children ages four to five• Supervised and guided children to ensure safe, fun behaviors at all times• Instilled curiosity and provided an explorative environment for students in nature• Developed, implemented, and evaluated nature lesson plans to accommodate weekly themes and objectives• Maintained student records• Assisted in recruiting and interviewing full-time and temporary preschool staff • Participated in creating and monitoring budgets• Assisted coordinator in preparing for state licensing visits, including audit of classrooms and facility• Lead parent hiking groups• Communicated with parents through multiple avenues on daily basis• Observed for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children• Assisted in organizing social events outside of classroom time• Served as counselor during holiday and spring break camps for children ages five to eleven Show less • Planned and developed curriculum featuring daily and weekly lesson plans based on camp themes• Interviewed, supervised and trained summer staff• Managed and evaluated camp counselors• Provided resources and assistance to counselors to ensure a safe and healthy environment • Identified materials, equipment or instruction aids needed to carryout programs or activities• Cultivated nurturing environment where campers ages four to six feel safe to learn and grow • Organized and led weekly staff meetings• Communicated with fellow coordinators for positive camp experience and professional work environment• Created and requested supply lists, and assembled supplies• Monitored classrooms daily and provided crisis resolution and behavioral assistance as needed• Established and built relationships with parents and provide communication on a daily basis• Maintained complete records of campers according to city and state standards • Communicated with parents and inclusion staff to meet accommodation requests for campers• Presented animal visitors to groups of children• Mentored Counselors-In-Training, ages fourteen to sixteen•Responsible for reports involving registration, participant information, and inclusion needs•Provide customer service to patrons of the Nature Center Show less • Supervised participants at all times while engaging in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities• Developed, modified and taught program activities to accommodate various ages, abilities and interests• Promoted behavior management skills, enforcing policies fairly, consistently, kindly and firmly• Communicated and worked cooperatively with participants, parents, co-workers and supervisor• Completed reports and assisted with maintaining records in accordance with City of Austin (COA) and Parks & Recreation Department (PARD) policies and procedures Show less

  • Culture and Arts Instructor at Nature's Way Preschool

    Oct 2017 - Nov 2019

  • Austin Nature and Science Center Summer Camp Coordinator

    May 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Teaching Assistant/Environmental Educator at Nature's Way Preschool

    Sept 2016 - Apr 2017

  • Nature Based Activity Specialist at Austin Nature and Science Center

    May 2016 - Aug 2016
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  Beaverton School District

  Feb 2020 - Mar 2020

  Paraeducator

  • Assisted in academic instruction and presentation of materials with individuals or small groups • Implemented individual and group behavior plans• Assisted student in community-based activities offsite• Prepared instructional materials using available technology including augmentative communication devices and assistive technology devices• Provided physical accommodation to students who require it• Encouraged acceptable student behavior and assists in maintaining classroom discipline• Promoted proper emotional control, physical hygiene, and reactions in social situations• Provided classroom support to the teacher • Conferred with teachers concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs.• Supervised student activities including playground, cafeteria, bus loading, and field trips• Maintained effective relationships with staff members, school personnel, students, and parents Show less

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  Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District

  Jan 2021 - May 2022

  • Lead preschool teacher for children ages four to five• Plan, develop and execute nature-based lessons and activities featuring weekly and monthly themes and objectives• Instill curiosity and provide an explorative environment for students in nature• Communicate with parents through multiple avenues on daily basis• Observe for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children • Mentor and assist co-teachers with classroom roles• Follow state licensing guidelines, including maintaining records• Participate in THPRD and Nature Center preschool trainings Show less • Provide engaging, hands-on nature and science learning activities to capture youth’s imaginations • Provide program activities in a safe classroom environment• Instill an atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion of all participants• Develop and implement assigned recreation programs, classes and activities• Work independently within established guidelines• Provide lead direction to assigned part-time staff and/or volunteers• Educate the community of Beaverton about PNW nature, and environmental issues Show less

  • Environmental Education Director

    Feb 2021 - May 2022

  • Nature Mobile Recreation Lead

    Sept 2020 - Mar 2021

  • Environmental Education Instructor

    Jan 2021 - Feb 2021
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  Next Adventure Inc

  Feb 2021 - now

  • Serve as brand ambassador to assist Portland community in purchasing proper outdoor gear• Provide excellent customer service

  • Training and Recruiting Manager

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Training Resource Coordinator

    May 2022 - Feb 2024

  • Sales Associate

    Feb 2021 - May 2022