Amber Terry

Experience

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  Missouri State Parks

  Apr 2003 - Aug 2003

  Seasonal Naturalist

  Designed, prepared, and taught interpretive programs to children and adult park visitors.Educated the public on various biological, ecological, and environmental topics.Designed informative displays for the State Park Visitor Center.Maintained park trails and nature facilities.

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  ORSANCO

  Jun 2004 - Sept 2006

  Aquatic Biology Intern

  This was paid internship position that I worked at for three consecutive field seasons. During the field season we traveled extensively to conduct environmental monitoring surveys by collecting, processing, and analyzing fish population data. This was accomplished using boat electrofishing surveys on large rivers throughout EPA region V. We applied both daytime and nighttime boat electrofishing protocols. I also helped conduct qualitative habitat surveys of riparian zones and assisted with macroinvertebrate sampling on the Ohio River. Show less

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  Various School Districts

  Sept 2004 - now

  Substitute Teacher

  • Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment in the absence of the regular teacher• Delivered engaging lessons and facilitated class discussions to ensure student comprehension of subject matter• Adapted teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities• Demonstrated flexibility in adapting instructional plans based on unexpected changes or disruptions

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  University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Sciences

  Jan 2006 - Jun 2007

  Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Biology

  I taught undergraduate level biology lab courses, held office hours for tutoring students, and helped proctor exams for biology lecture courses.

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  Liberty Public Schools

  Aug 2007 - Jul 2011

  High School Science Teacher

  • Taught various science courses, including Life Science, Environmental Science, Theoretical Chemistry, and College-Level Biology (Anatomy & Physiology; Microbiology)• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for science subjects, catering to diverse learning styles, interests, and abilities• Utilized innovative teaching methods such as hands-on experiments, group discussions, and technology integration to enhance student understanding and engagement• Created a positive classroom environment by fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity• Integrated real-world applications of science concepts into lessons to enhance relevance and practicality for students Show less

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  Missouri Department of Natural Resources

  Jun 2011 - Jun 2014

  State Park Superintendent

  Manage all aspects of park operations, such as:- staffing, including full time, seasonal, and volunteer workers- budget proposals, analysis, and expenditures- routine operations- oversee small maintenance and repair projects- oversee implementation of State Park Youth Corps (SPYC) employees at our park- manage the natural and cultural resources throughout the park, including a bottomland forest restoration area, a native prairie restoration area, and a 1930's CCC shelter that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places- coordinate volunteer workers and events at our park- coordinate use of camping facilities by scout groups- assist with interpretative programs offered to camping guests during the on-season- oversee repair of park facilities following the catastrophic 2011 Missouri River flood Show less

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  Cork & Vinyl

  Jan 2018 - now

  Custom designer

  I started my own business where I created unique, personalized items, collaborating with customers to ensure designs met their individual tastes and requirements. I managed end-to-end creation from concept through final product to deliver unique solutions for each customer.

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  Scout & Cellar

  Jan 2020 - Dec 2022

  Independent Wine Consultant
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  Virtual School Victoria

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2024

  Distance Learning Supervisor

  • Utilized various instructional methodologies to create effective learning experiences• Provided individual coaching sessions to students seeking additional support or guidance on specific topics