Experience
Graduate Teacher’s Assistant
Dynamic Modelling of Human-Environment Systems
UBC Okanagan – 2018
I led the sole lab section for Dr. Lael Parrott and was responsible for:
- Developing lab presentations about the NetLogo software and coding logic
- Troubleshooting and guiding students through class assignments
- Developing grading rubrics and marking student assignments
Graduate Teacher’s Assistant
Biostats
UBC Okanagan – 2017
I instructed three lab sections for Dr. Jason Pither and was responsible for:
- Developing lab presentations about the R and R Studio software
- Troubleshooting and guiding students through class assignments
- Developing grading rubrics and marking student assignments
- Invigilating lab exams
Undergraduate Teacher’s Assistant
Fire Ecology / Biogeography
UBC Okanagan 2015-2016
I assisted Dr. Trudy Kavanagh with certain tasks for her Biogeography courses including:
- Grading student posters, assignments, and essays
- Assessing presentations
- Meeting with students upon request
Status Appraisal Summary Co-author
COSEWIC – 2015
Along with my co-author Sarah Bird, I researched and wrote the Status Appraisal Summary for the Pacific Water Shrew (Sorex bendirii).
- Contacted all available parties with relevant information
- Synthesized available research
- Completed report according to COSEWIC guidelines
Soil Sampler
Metalex Ventures – 2013-2016 (Seasonal)
I performed field work in remote locations in the Yukon and Nunavut terrirories. Duties included:
- Soil sampling
- Heavy mineral sampling
- Trenching
- Fly camp setup and tear-down
Manager
True Outdoors – 2012-2013
I supervised a team of ten floor staff and performed various managerial duties such as:
- Human resources / scheduling / payroll
- Warranty processing and repairs
- Inventory management
Kayak guide
Okanagan Kayaking – 2008-2012 (Seasonal)
I assisted in guiding tours in Clayoquot Sound and Nuchatlitz on Vancouver Island, as well as various locations in the Okanagan Valley. Duties included:
- Setting up tours
- Managing client groups
- Wilderness cooking
- People/boat transport