Was born and raised in San Diego, exploring our natural ecosystems and sustaining anthropology and sustainability. I’ve spent my career in sustainable outreach and education. I have seen and experience the culture of sustainable fashion and advocate for its growing popularity. I believe conservation goes beyond plants and animals, and includes how my purchase and participate with our everyday dollar.

I studied anthropological research that surrounded human interactions with the world, emphasizing our impact on the environment and conservation.
  
Academic Awards & Achievements: Outstanding Graduating Student in the Department of Anthropology

San Diego State University

*   Deliver outdoor immersive education to developing ages
*   Develop and administer a curriculum appropriate for each age group
*   Collaborate with other educators and community members to create a safe educational environment
*   Engage students in a variety of classroom locations throughout San Diego such as parks, beaches, community gardens, and community buildings
*   Manage students’ physical safety in outdoor settings using sound judgment and applying appropriate risk management decisions; administer and document first aid as needed
*   Foster the development of the whole child – physical, cognitive, emotional, and social – through the use of a play, place, experiential and emergent curriculum
*   Manage students’ physical safety in outdoor settings through sound judgment and appropriate risk management decisions
*   Administer and document first aid as needed
*   Establish and maintain respectful, supportive and compassionate relationships with staff, volunteers, and children
*   Communicate with parents and guardians, prioritizing the relationship between parents, teachers, and the community

East Class Nature School Teacher

*   Coordinate all onsite outdoor environmental programs and visitors
*   Deliver outdoor education lessons catered to a variety of ages and cultures within the community (k-12); annually host 1,000 elementary students in field trips
*   Research and develop outdoor education lesson plans related to various environmental concepts
*   Adapt lessons to fit Next Generation Standards and Common Core curriculum
*   Develop and implement supplemental programs for youth including weekend programming and badge workshops; lead outdoor exploration, crafts, and snack activities
*   Develop, coordinate, and lead several community-based high school internship program(s); annually host 80-100 high school students in programs related to sustainable urban agriculture, entrepreneurship, garden to kitchen
*   Exercise group facilitation skills including the ability to educate a diversity of audiences and ages
*   Cultivate and maintain relationships with teachers
*   Collaborate with Olivewood team members and regional partners to develop and coordinate youth coalition
*   Coordinate with garden support team and nutrition educators to organize planting and harvesting in line with educational activities
*   Design and improve the Interactive Teaching Garden with seasonal plants and various art forms 
*   Review and analyze evaluation survey data to improve the program curriculum
*   Execute job responsibilities using Google and Microsoft Office applications
*   Create promotional material for all programs through the use of marketing platforms and social media

Environmental Education Specialist

*   Cultivate and maintain relationships with teachers and educational institutions within the Greater San Diego County District
*   Schedule and participate in weekly calendar events, both virtually and in-person
*   Coordinate with Wild Willow Farm partners to create field experiences
*   Deliver virtual classroom presentations at participating schools
*   Record and analyze program evaluation survey data
*   Review and update program materials to fully meet grade-level Next Generation Science Standards and to align with STEM objectives
*   Adapt and create new lesson plans relating to The Watershed and Sustainable Farming programs
*   Assist with program administration including booking presentations, program publicity, and preparing packets for participating teachers
*   Educate 2nd – 6th grade students about watersheds and the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainability
*   Manage classroom and deliver presentations
*   Work with RCD staff to identify additional resources to support the program
*   Encourage and support community outreach and engagement with conservation education and practices
*   Record and maintain up-to-date program impact reports

Environmental Educator Intern

*   Lead and supervise multisport camp day-to-day activities for campers ages 6-17
*   Train other camp counselors and provide high-quality camp programming
*   Ensure the presence and safety of all children under the camp’s supervision 
*   Ensure medication administration standards were upheld by myself and all counselors under my supervision
*   Assign duties and responsibilities to counselors under my supervision to ensure proper lifeguarding/supervision coverage is met for various watersport activities
*   Address issues or concerns with operations, participants, staff, parents, or customers
*   Report and communicate the accomplishments and needs of my team during weekly supervisory meetings
*   Ensure the completion of daily tasks and responsibilities by all counselors on shift
*   Establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external partners
*   Provide and encourage other counselors to create a welcoming and educating environment for all participants involved
*   Direct and reassign counselors to assist other departments as needed
*   Log, report, and communicate the progress and skill development of campers to parents/guardians daily
*   Ensure all operations are conducted with the safety of campers and staff as the first priority and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
*   Ensure adequate supervision of participants at all times
*   Supervise and manage equipment (boats, kayaks, paddleboards, surfboards, life vests, wakeboards, etc.) used during camp activities 
*   Educate campers on pollution and conservation in coastal regions with outdoor activities and presentations
*   Instruct watersport activities such as wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and surfing

  
Along with clerical/administrative duties

Lead Counselor

*   Lead guided tours of the garden
*   Teach classes of 30 people about environmental conservation
*   Work and participate in fundraising events
*   Give guided educational tours of the Butterfly Pavilion, Owl Cove, and the Tortoise Exhibit
*   Prepare and restock classroom supplies
*   Clean classroom area (sweep, dust, wipe counters and chairs)
*   Conduct formal monthly inventory
*   Assist in horticulture maintenance
*   Record biome data by photographing flagged sites for monitoring and recording bioactivity and growth progression
*   Recruit and train new interns
*   Coordinate and lead workshops for adults and children
*   Organzine educational events
*   Collaborate with team members on new program implementation

Education Department Intern

Outstanding Graduating Student in the Department of Anthropology

Amanda Padilla

English

Native or bilingual proficiency

Spanish

Elementary proficiency

American Sign Language

Environmental Education Specialist and Educator

Amanda is a dedicated worker.  She is reliable and consistent with her performance.  Whether working independently or in a group project, Amanda tackles each project with the  utmost focus. she has always had a passion for education and conservation, and she brings that enthusiasm to every position she holds.

Amanda Padilla

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