Watershed Education Specialist
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Contact
Email
tel. 610-268-2153, ext. 1294
970 Spencer Road, Avondale, PA, 19311
Education
B.S., secondary education: science, broad field major in environmental studies, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont.
Professional Experience
- Watershed education specialist, Stroud Water Research Center, 2019–present.
- Science teacher and environmental program director, Montgomery School, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, 2004–2018.
- Substitute teacher, Substitute Teacher Service and Chester County Intermediate Unit, Chester County, Pennsylvania, 2003–2004.
Certifications
- Pennsylvania Teacher Certifications: Environmental Education, Earth and Space Science, General Science
- Pennsylvania Private School Teacher Certifications: Biology and General Science
- Vermont Secondary Education Science
- Project Wild
- Project Learning Tree
- Adirondack 46ers Outdoor Leadership
Related News
2024 Research Results and Recommendations for Effective Student/Teacher Engagement with National Parks About the Potomac Watershed
Kerlin, S., N. Marcum-Dietrich, K. Metzker, and D. Kline. 2024. Stroud Water Research Center Report #2024-002.
Scouts From 12 Troops Tackle Hybrid Merit Badge Program
Stroud Water Research Center educators hosted their second hybrid merit badge program for Scouts BSA this fall using an improved online learning platform.
Protecting our WATERS: a 5E lesson sequence derived from a National Science Foundation- funded middle school watershed sustainability curriculum
Krauss, Z., D. Kline, N.I. Marcum-Dietrich, C. Stunkard, S. Kerlin, and C. Staudt. 2022. Science Activities 59(2):97–105.
Making Virtual Waves in Watershed STEM Education
When the pandemic transitioned programs to virtual settings, our educators transformed obstacles into opportunities to reach underserved audiences, enhance student learning outcomes, and inspire young leaders to make a difference.
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund Supports Stroud Center Fishing and Boating Programs
The generous donation of equipment and supplies will expand opportunities for many youth who may not otherwise have access to learn about fishing and canoeing.
Stroud Center Engages English Language Learners in Watershed STEM
Students at the Migrant Education Summer Camp went on an online watershed expedition to learn about their local watersheds.
