Debra Rantanen

Experience

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  Maryland General Assembly

  Jan 1991 - Jan 1996

  Legislative Aide

  Coordinated the Dept. of Legislative Reference's publications program. Wrote and edited a series of public information documents, speeches, and special projects as requested by Maryland legislators. Assisted with visitor program and staff orientations. Provided administrative, research, and constituent services to delegates, including the Speaker Pro Tempore. Worked with the State Dept. of Education to develop publications for teachers and students.

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  MedStar Health (formerly Helix/Medlantic Healthcare Group)

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1999

  Policy and Government Affairs Specialist

  Tracked state and national legislation to assist in policy development and communicated corporate legislative agenda. Prepared public policy papers and presentations for senior management. Published a quarterly newsletter, wrote legislative testimony and related correspondence. Educated member institutions on legislative advocacy. Handled the logistics for all legislative receptions, seminars, and events.

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  Carroll County Public Schools

  Jan 1999 - Jun 2013

  Latin, French, and Social Studies Teacher

  Taught Latin, French, and History to high school and middle school students of all ability levels, including Advanced Placement courses. Planned and lead educational travel trips to Europe for students and adults. Implemented after-school enrichment programs. Wrote curriculum for the World Languages Department. Taught evening GED classes for adults.

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  CLAYTON IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATON

  Aug 2013 - Feb 2016

  Property Manager

  Manage all aspects of several multifamily housing projects in Jefferson County, NY. Responsibilities include: financial management of properties, capital budget planning, hiring and supervision of employees, compliance with federal and state regulations, liaison with boards of directors, and tenant relations. Oversight of building maintenance, writing and execution of contracts for renovations and repairs.

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  Antique Boat Museum

  Feb 2016 - Sept 2018

  Director of Education

  Responsible for developing, administering, delivering and evaluating all aspects of the Museum's educational programming. In collaboration with other Museum staff, local schools and community groups, I played a leading role in creating mission-driven programs, workshops, symposia, and classes.

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  Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum

  Apr 2019 - now

  Director Of Education

  JPPM connects people to the past through history and archaeology and supports the preservation of Maryland's cultural and natural resources. Our educational programs play a vital role in support of this mission.