Heather GR Jorgensen

Teach classes in the absence of regular teachers Classroom management Multiple grade and schedule flexibility

Permanent Substitute Position at Chincoteague Combined School, Accomack County Public Schools, VA (2023-01 – Present)

• Teach classes in the absence of regular teachers
• Classroom management
• Multiple grade and schedule flexibility

Preschool Assistant at Cypress Stem Preschool and Learning Center (2018-01 – 2023-12)

• Work with 3 to 5 years old in an engaging, explorative environment
• Help Director with creating lesson plans with enrichment
• Activities: science, math, reading and writing, art and music

PROGRAM COORDINATOR at Y of the Chesapeake (2013-01 – 2018-12)

• Manage all youth programs and oversee staff in daily activities
• Create, prepare and implement preschool and after school program
• Plan budget, hire and train staff
• Work with outside agencies and Community organizations

CHINCOTEAGUE Y BOARD MEMBER at Y of the Chesapeake (2011-01 – 2013-12)

• Spearheaded Bay to Bay race for Y fundraiser
• Volunteer in building up community support/membership

GUIDANCE OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT at Accomack County Public Schools, VA (2006-03 – 2008-12)

• Disseminates materials and information for course selection
• Plans and coordinates scholarships and awards programs
• Works with outside agencies, universities and organizations

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER at Accomack County Public Schools, VA (2005-09 – 2009-03)

• Provided necessary guidance and direction to each student
• Required students to participate and respect one another in the class

KAYAK GUIDE & STORE MANAGER at Oyster Bay Outfitters (2005-03 – 2005-09)

• Performed daily duties of operating shop and customer relations
• Arranged and assisted in guided, eco-friendly kayak tours

SUBSCRIPTION ASSISTANT at American Society of Hematology (2004-03 – 2005-01)

• Managed database for hematologists subscribing to the journal Blood
• Acted as first line of communication for subscribers and agents
• Processed claims for missing and damaged issues
• Assisted with online updates for HighWire Press

OUTREACH COORDINATOR at Center for Health, Environment and Justice (2001-12 – 2002-09)

• Supported regional coordinators to mobilize community actions
• Built stronger coalitions and a diverse base for EPA public hearings
• Managed listserv, facilitated conference calls, and assisted in technical, informational and organizing requests

CAMPAIGN CONSULTANT at Center for Health, Environment and Justice (2001-09 – 2001-12)

• Planned a 3-day workshop with grassroots activists and organizations
• Administered the new structural changes of the Campaign

Environmental Studies – Juniata College (2001-05)

Study Abroad Program – University of Newcastle, Australia