Allison Scholz

Experience

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  Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2009

  Unit Leader

  Seasonal Position for 3 summers;-Lead and developed programming each week-Responsible for safety and well being of campers, Unit Assistants, and other staff members-Lived and worked outdoors, leading and/or participating in activities such as hiking, boating, swimming, arts and crafts, songs, games, and nature activities.

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  Da Vinci Science Center

  May 2010 - May 2012

  Science Educator

  - Taught hands-on workshops, classes, and programs- Gave presentations and demonstrations to the public and school groups.- Developed, instructed and assisted in summer camp programs, after school programs, outreach programming, school field trips and school workshops, camp-ins, scout day programs, and other various programming- Developed original birthday party programming, camp-in programming, outreach programs, camp-ins, and scout programs for the center for current and future use- Exhibit floor guide Show less

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  Academy of Natural Sciences

  Oct 2012 - Apr 2015

  Educator

  - Weekend programming- Scout and Safari Overnight EducatorSpring Internship 2013:Education Department intern- Developed hands-on discovery carts for public floor programming

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  The Franklin Institute

  Dec 2012 - Aug 2016

  Museum Educator

  - Educator for hands-on school workshops- Discovery Camp Instructor - Curriculum Development- Additional Museum ProgrammingSummer Internship 2013:Education and program internship for Discovery Camp and Birthday Party programs.- STEAM: Developing art activities for summer camp programs- Developing new scavenger hunts for birthday party programs

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  The Hacktory

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2016

  Youth Programs Instructor

  - Create, develop, and implement STEM/ STEAM programming for after school programs, family events, outreach events, and birthday parties.- Support the daily operations and growth of the organization- Strong emphasis on maker projects and technology and have worked with arduino, raspberry pi, 3D printing, and laser cutting.

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  Susquehanna Heritage

  Aug 2016 - now

  Program and Education Manager

  Supporting visitor services, educational programs, and facility rentals at Columbia Crossing River Trails Center. Facility rental responsibilities include promotion, booking, and contract administration of rentals, vendor coordination, and onsite coordination of rentals. Public program responsibilities include planning, implementing, and promoting programs related to Columbia and the Susquehanna Riverlands as a heritage and outdoor tourism destination.