Writer, educator, program manager

Gretchen E. Youngblood: Writer, Educator, Program Manager

*** ******* ****, **** *, Petaluma, CA 94952

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What I do:

A lifelong learner, my work passions are project/program management and explanatory writing. My work history is as a science educator; more recently an education site director, working with the management team of an environmental non-profit. My friends call me scrappy and adaptable. Because of my science training I am both a team player and leader as scientific research requires collaboration and motivation. My coworkers note my organizational skills with managing projects. I have a passion for explanatory writing and experience with several customer relationship platforms, including Salesforce, and adapt to new software with ease.

Summary of Education:

Technical Writing Credential, Cal State East Bay, completion date: January 2018

Masters of Art in Education, in Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary Science Education, Kappa Delta Pi, May 2004, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia

Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology, Minor in Chemistry, with an Intensive Writing Accreditation, May 2002, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia

Employment History:

Site Director/ Program Manager with John Muir Charter Schools site at Conservation Corps North Bay, August 2016-November 2017

Handled operation of two high school sites (Cotati and San Rafael) in conjunction with the workforce development program at Conservation Corps North Bay. The program serves at-risk youth in Sonoma and Marin counties from diverse backgrounds, including English Language Learners. Supervised eight school staff, oversaw approximately 60 youth, communication and collaboration with CCNB (on management team) and JMCS central office, case management, and developing and maintaining school structural supports: scheduling, documentation, data reporting, event planning, and SOPs.

Self-Employed Consultant, South Lake Tahoe, May 2014- July 2016

Developed science curriculum for learners with special needs. Constructed submissions for Western Association of Schools and Colleges accreditation. Assembled application materials for acceptance into National Collegiate Athletic Association.

Administrative Consultant with City of South Lake Tahoe, August 2015- April 2016

Primarily worked on large projects to refine and streamline procedures at the City’s Department of Development Services; comprising Housing, Building and Planning Divisions. Refined or made new forms, handouts, and SOPs. Supported Planning Commission and Zoning Administrator by setting meetings, writing agendas and minutes, and communications. Did documentation for Building, Planning, Business Licensing, and Receipts.

High School Science Educator- 12 years

Primarily taught: anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, chemistry, biology, and ecology

What else I do:

Strong knowledge of chemical and life sciences

Education and learning pedagogical knowledge, 10 years in education

Quick learner, rapid innovator, fast reader, and self-starter

Master of Microsoft Office Programs, and Mac and Windows OS

Learning style: Visual primarily through text; reading and writing

Hobbies: reading, foodie, outdoor enthusiast, hiker, runner, rock climber, TRX trainer

Noteworthy Random Work Experience:

Possess Safe Food Handler Certificate

Laboratory Assistant, Department of Endocrinology, University of Virginia

Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant, Genetics, Virginia Tech Department of Biology

Ten years with Little Blue Woman Candles, Floyd, VA in sales and candle making

Raised on a working farm in rural Virginia, learned: animal husbandry, soil to preserves,

sheep to sweater

References and Writing Portfolio available

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