Connor McIntosh

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Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

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About me
Environmental Educator | Nonprofit Leader | Masters of Natural Resources
Education
- University of Montana
  2020 - 2021
  Masters Certificate Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management 4.0
  Coursework taken: Nonprofit Public Policy and Advocacy, Strategic Planning, Social Media and Marketing for Nonprofits, Finance and Budgeting for Nonprofits, Board Management, and Program Planning and Evaluation.
- The University of Georgia
  2011 - 2015
  Bachelor of Science - BS Ecology 3.3
  Relevant course work: Behavioral Ecology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Ecology Internship, Ecosystem Ecology, Genetics, Insects/Environment (Entomology), Organismal Biology, Organismal Biology Lab, Ornithology, Plant Taxonomy, Population Biology of Infectious Diseases, Research, Tropical Field Ecology
- University of Idaho
  2021 - 2022
  Masters of Natural Resources NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION 4.0
  Coursework taken: Place-based Education, Place-based Ecology I & II, Science Communication, Environmental Education in a Winter Environment, Teaching Practicum I, II, III, IV, & V, Team Leadership for Environmental Educators, and Community Leadership for Environmental Educators.
Experience
- Elachee Nature Science Center
  May 2011 - Aug 2011
  Camp Counselor
- Appalachian Mountain Club
  May 2012 - Aug 2012
  Ridgerunner
- Oconee River Land Trust
  Aug 2013 - Dec 2013
  Project Intern
- The University of Georgia
  Aug 2013 - May 2015
  Trip Leader
- Odum School of Ecology
  Jan 2014 - May 2014
  Research Assistant
- SANDY CREEK NATURE CENTER INC
  May 2014 - Aug 2014
  Naturalist
- Georgia River Network
  Jan 2015 - May 2015
  Marketing Intern
- Advanced Air Consultants
  Oct 2016 - Jan 2018
  Environmental Air Technician
- REAL Watersports
  Feb 2017 - Feb 2018
  Repairs and Rentals Manager
  - Oversaw 6 Rental and Repair Shop employees, operations, and created projects to improve the store for customers, employees, and overall shop efficiency. - Rose from an hourly employee to assistant manager to manager in less than six months. - Solved problems and answered questions for customers by having proficient knowledge in all areas of outdoor sports the shop offers through the departments of rentals, sales, lessons, and repairs. - Awarded Employee of the Month for the month of September 2017. Show less
- Conservation Legacy
  Feb 2018 - Dec 2019
  Community Volunteer Amabassador
  - Developed interpretive programs to connect volunteers to the service projects they completed in the park by incorporating audience-centered experiences, i.e. planting milkweed when learning about monarchs. - First point of contact for thousands of individuals for the Park Service and found placements for individuals who wanted to volunteer. - Diversified the volunteer base by inviting underrepresented groups into the park via volunteer work, i.e. park beautification efforts, seed collection, meadow restoration, etc. - Coordinated outreach to Yosemite’s gateway communities by establishing partnerships, sharing National Park Service resources, and creating events for the public to engage in i.e. Earth Day activities, Books to Butterflies, etc. Show less
- MARIPOSA COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
  Jan 2020 - Jun 2021
  Teacher Aide
  - Taught kindergarten in math, reading, and writing following California public school curriculum. - Designed and edited weekly newsletters for the school to send home to parents by collaborating with teachers and school staff. - Provided support on a school and district level during the COVID pandemic by conducting a survey of needs for school families and creating meaningful projects for students to take part in over Zoom.- Managed classrooms of students while teachers were out and taught reading, writing, math, and history materials in small groups. Show less
- Montana Nonprofit Association
  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
  Baucus Leader
  - Researched and wrote blog pieces for MNA to use on how nonprofits could become more equitable and just for interns. - Interviewed interns, nonprofits, and universities in the state of Montana on their service-learning opportunities and compiled a report on how MNA could support opportunities across the state for interns, nonprofits, and universities.- Contributed to a running database utilized by MNA to keep track of universities and nonprofits that offer service-learning opportunities. Show less
- University of Idaho - McCall Outdoor Science School
  Aug 2021 - Jun 2022
  - Developed lesson plans for 8 hour days in the field for groups of 8-13 elementary and middle school students. Lesson plans written were focused on field hydrology, biology, botany, and cultural learning. - Implemented place-based education models to enhance students’ learning and connection to their learning environment.- Facilitated hands-on learning activities in the field using science equipment such as Vernier LabQuests, probes, water quality testing equipment, etc.
  - Graduate Student
    Aug 2021 - Jun 2022
  - Field Instructor
    Aug 2021 - May 2022
- Sierra Club
  Feb 2023 - now
  Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center Curator
Licenses & Certifications
- Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG)
  National Association for Interpretation
  Feb 2018
- Leave No Trace Trainer
  Leave No Trace Center For Outdoor Ethics
  May 2011
- Operational Leadership
  National Park Service
  Mar 2018
- National Park Service Ethics
  National Park Service
  Feb 2018
- Youth Worker Certificate
  Health Resources in Action
  Nov 2019
- Intermediate Methods to Interpretation
  Eppley Institute
  Apr 2019
- Wilderness First Responder
  NOLS
  Feb 2022
Volunteer Experience
- Board Member
  Issued by YOSEMITE EMPLOYEE ASSN on Feb 2018
  Associated with Connor McIntosh