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Marlena Masdeu

@marlenamasdeu

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I coordinate conservation education, animal welfare programs, and community outreach.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to advance biodiversity, conservation, and environmental education through program coordination, community engagement, educational resource development, and science communication.

I've supported animal welfare and conservation education through Danny & Ron’s Rescue, Riverbanks Zoo, and Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens.

At Danny & Ron’s Rescue, I coordinated adoption programs, maintained documentation and databases, supported adopters, organized community events, and developed animal profiles and educational content.

At Riverbanks Zoo, I provided mammal care and husbandry, created enrichment and positive reinforcement training programs, maintained habitats, and delivered conservation presentations and keeper talks.

I've also developed environmental education programs and resources for K–12 students, colleges, homeschool groups, and community organizations, translating wildlife, ecology, animal science, and plant science into engaging learning experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Assistant Adoptions Manager

Danny & Ron's Rescue

Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)

Coordinated animal adoption programs, ensuring accurate documentation, database management, and compliance. Served as primary contact for adopters, organized community events, and managed donations and administrative records.

Project Coordination Community Engagement Data Management Event Coordination Communication Skills Problem Solving Resource Coordination Documentation Database Management Compliance

Assistant Teacher

Montessori School of Camden

Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)

Collaborated with educators to develop individualized learning plans and delivered science instruction aligned with South Carolina standards. Adapted lessons to support diverse learning needs and fostered inclusive classroom environments.

Lesson Planning Classroom Management Student Assessment Collaboration Special Education Support Montessori Principles Science Instruction

Zookeeper - Mammal Department

Riverbanks Zoo

Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)

Provided professional animal care and husbandry for a diverse mammal collection while maintaining USDA and AZA standards. Developed enrichment activities and training programs, and delivered conservation presentations to the public.

Animal Care Animal Husbandry Enrichment Positive Reinforcement Habitat Maintenance Public Speaking Conservation Education USDA AZA Standards

Substitute Teacher

Spangdahlem Elementary School (DODEA)

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Led lessons based on established curriculum and provided additional support to students. Managed classroom behaviors to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.

Lesson Delivery Classroom Management Student Support Communication Skills

On-site and Outreach Educator

Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)

Developed and delivered environmental education programs for K-12 students, homeschool groups, colleges, and community organizations. Created educational resources and coordinated outreach programs to promote conservation awareness.

Environmental Education Program Development Public Speaking Science Communication Outreach Coordination Curriculum Design Community Engagement