Paige Simenz (she/her)
Milwaukee,
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I'm passionate about connecting people with their environment, specifically in working with youth. I have environmental education experience in a more formal setting through curriculum design and student teaching focused on experiential lessons, as well as less traditional formats (kayak tours, summer camps, community programs). These experiences have helped to develop my style as an educator and improve skills in communication, group management, community building, and decision making as a leader in variable conditions.
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EDUCATION
Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science, Minor in Education. Expected May 2024
- GPA: 3.98
- Relevant coursework: Environmental Geology, Biology of Plants, Environmental Thermodynamics and Energetics, Hydrology, Plant Ecophysiology
TREE Semester Steward August-December 2022
- Relevant coursework: Environmental Education Practicum, Critical Foundations of Environmental Education, Developing Environmental and Sustainability Education Curriculum, Ecology and the Environment
- Planned curriculum for and taught over 50 hours in field and classroom environments for both high school and 5th grade students
- Achieved CAEE Environmental Educator Certification through portfolio
OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Kayak Guide
Trek & Trail—Bayfield, WI May 2023-August 2023
- Independently and co-led half day, full day, and overnight (co-lead) sea kayaking trips on Lake Superior
- Assessed weather conditions and group skill level to determine route and overall trip safety
- Developed and applied navigation, wilderness first aid, backcountry leadership, group management, and conditions assessment skills
Summer Camp Intern
Urban Ecology Center—Milwaukee, WI June 2022-August 2022
- Planned and co-led week-long outdoor-focused summer camps for children ages 4-14
- Learned about designing and leading outdoor programming for a wide variety of age groups and experience levels
- Led field trips including canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and beaches
Community Programs Intern
Urban Ecology Center—Milwaukee, WI June 2021-August 2021
- Planned and co-led week-long outdoor-focused summer camps for children ages 7-10
- Co-led middle school, high school, family, and adult programming focused on outdoor and environmental activities (including canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, and natural science)
- Learned about designing and leading outdoor programming for a wide variety of age groups and experience levels
Kids Ranch Ski Instructor
Jackson Hole Mountain Sports School—Jackson, WY December 2020-April 2021
- Taught ski lessons for children ages 3-6, skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced
- Independently planned curriculum for half-day, full-day, and season-long programs
- Responsible for assessing skill level and safely guiding children around the mountain
- Responsible for communicating with parents through weekly emails and coordinating logistics
- Awarded “Kids Ranch Rookie of the Year”
Summer Camp Intern
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center—Milwaukee, WI June 2020-August 2020
- Led nature-themed camps for children in grades 1-6
- Worked with educators to learn various teaching techniques
- Learned about designing curriculum surrounding different themes
CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Certified and experienced driving a 12-person van with a trailer (Colorado College, May 2022; Trek & Trail May 2023) and 13-person minibus (Urban Ecology Center, June 2022)
- Lifeguard First Aid and CPR Certified (May 2022)
- Project Learning Tree Certified (October 2022)
- CAEE Environmental Educator Certified ( May 2023)
- ACA Level 3 Coastal Kayak Skills Certified (May 2023)
- Wilderness First Aid Certified (May 2023)
- Proficient in ArcGISPro
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