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Jessica F.

McGrath
8870 3400 Road Hotchkiss, CO 81419 jessmcgrath82@gmail.com 970-201-6288

Education____________________________________________________________________
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona December, 2009 Master of Arts: Sustainable Communities Thesis: A Gardening Education: How a High School Gardening Curriculum Can Connect Students to Place and Purpose Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Bachelor of Arts: Environmental Studies, Policy Concentration May, 2004

Career Experience_____________________________________________________________
Delta County Public Library District, Delta, Colorado March 2011-July 2012 Literacy Program Manager Oversaw all Literacy programming including GED, ESL, computer classes, and early literacy programming. Generated all funding for program, including large federal grants. Managed program budget and grant requirements. Managed Literacy staff of nine. Developed staff policies, expectations, and evaluation tools. Employed a variety of marketing tools to promote programming including Facebook updates, website content, monthly community radio program host, and attractive flyers and advertisements. Member of the Tech Team, helped set technology goals for the Library District. Trained staff to facilitate classes for the public including Microsoft Office suite, online databases, and internet research. Teen Librarian: Paonia Library May 2013-present Youth Services Librarian: Delta Library November 2009-March 2011 Answer reference questions and assisted patrons with research and computer questions. Develop and implemented a wide range of programming for children and young adults. Trained principals, teachers, and students in the School District to use the Librarys online databases. Wrote and received grant to start Storytime Stew, a reading, gardening, and cooking program designed to teach early literacy skills, at all five libraries in the county. Museum of Northern Arizona, Flagstaff, Arizona February 2008-October 2009 Ventures/Custom Tours Program Coordinator Set program goals and developed outdoor educational trip itineraries and learning objectives. Created and managed program and trip budgets in accordance with economic trends. Recruited, hired, and managed program educators and staff of twelve. Oversaw all trip logistics including menus, food shop and pack, transportation, equipment, and risk management procedures. Implemented a variety of marketing and outreach strategies to advertise trips and expand programming. Assisted in developing public lectures and childrens programs related to Ventures programming, Museum exhibits, and current events. Colton Community Youth Garden, Flagstaff Arizona February 2007-October 2009 Summer Garden Program Coordinator and High School Garden Teacher Designed and coordinated summer job program for youth in the garden and community. Developed and implemented curriculum designed to provide a hands-on exploration of historical, biological, and environmental concepts through the planning and maintenance of a working garden. Assisted in writing grants and in-kind donation letters to sustain project financially.

The Youth Horticulture ProjectUniversity of Vermont Extension, Brattleboro, Vermont Brattleboro Site Coordinator May 2005-September 2006 Coordinated summer job program for at risk youth on the farm and in the community. Recruited, trained, and managed support staff, community volunteers and students. Trained early education providers across the state to use gardening enhanced nutrition curriculum. Wrote and received grants to pilot Girls Grow, a nutrition and life skills program for middle school girls. Managed two-acre organic vegetable farm, greenhouse production, and farmers market stand.

Skills________________________________________________________________________

Proficient in Microsoft suite Familiar with social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest Adept with e-readers, iPads, and other mobile devices Excellent public speaking skills

Other Experience_____________________________________________________________
Hotchkiss Downtown Improvement Committee, Hotchkiss, Colorado November 2012-present Committee Member Work with Chamber of Commerce to revitalize downtown. At present, this work is focused on beautification with flower planters, murals, and outdoor sitting areas. Kids Pasta Project, Hotchkiss, Colorado Volunteer September 2010-present

Teens on Farms, Hotchkiss, Colorado February 2009-present Volunteer Advisory Board Member Assist with program administration by writing grants, developing publications, and supporting fundraising efforts. Serve as a liaison between farmers and youth workers. Girls on the Run, Hotchkiss, Colorado Volunteer Coach Spring 2011

Grand Canyon Youth, Flagstaff, Arizona May 2009-August 2009 Trip Coordinator Volunteer Assisted ten students in preparation for 15-day service-learning project on the South Rim and river trip through the Grand Canyon. Implemented educational activities during the trip. Willow Bed Environmental Education Center, Flagstaff, Arizona August 2008-December 2008 Independent Study Student Volunteer th Wrote gardening curriculum for a local non-profit environmental education center for use in 5 , middle, and high school classrooms, and at the center. Flagstaff Foodlink, Flagstaff, Arizona April 2007-October 2009 Board Member and Secretary Wrote gardening curriculum for a local non-profit organization linking community with healthy, regional food systems. Researched and assisted in writing grants and donation letters to help schools and community organizations start youth and community gardens.
Jessica McGrath 8870 3400 Road Hotchkiss, CO 81419 970-201-6288

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