Joshua Wilson
Somers
Summary
Results-driven educator equipped with robust skill set in instructional techniques and outdoor education. Demonstrates strong team collaboration, adaptability, and reliability under changing circumstances. Expertise includes curriculum development, safety protocols, and fostering positive learning environments. Known for effectively engaging students and achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Field Instructor
Onward and Upward
05.2015 - Current
- Established comprehensive policies and procedures for safe backcountry programs.
- Designed outdoor programs, including ten-day backpacking courses and multiple 3-4 day trips.
- Trained new field instructors to ensure consistent staff performance.
- Led teams of 2-4 staff members and 9-15 students on diverse backcountry expeditions.
- Developed engaging curriculum for classes and group initiatives in active use today.
- Coordinated after-school programs focused on supporting at-risk youth.
Eaglecrest Rental and Repair Shop Supervisor
Eaglecrest Ski Area
10.2021 - 04.2025
- Managed daily operations, guaranteeing accurate task completion within deadlines.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong team dynamics among staff.
- Trained and mentored new employees to ensure adherence to service standards.
- Performed testing and repairs on rental fleet to ensure safety and functionality.
- Provided ski or snowboard lessons weekly to participants aged two to eighteen.
- Directed camp counselor activities and developed programs for summer operations for ages eleven to seventeen.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Juneau School District
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Education And Counseling Psychology
Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK05-2015
Skills
- Leadership in outdoor settings
- Navigation and route planning
- Leave No Trace certification
- Curriculum design and classroom oversight
- Wilderness medical training
- Avalanche safety certification
- Certified interpretive Guide
- Technical skills training
Timeline
Eaglecrest Rental and Repair Shop Supervisor
Eaglecrest Ski Area
10.2021 - 04.2025
Paraeducator, Special Education
Juneau School District
01.2020 - 11.2021
Lead Field Instructor
Onward and Upward
05.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Education And Counseling Psychology
Alaska Pacific University
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