Joy Gerdes

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About Joy Gerdes

As an educator, turned aspiring Public Health Educator and Coordinator with a keen interest in microbiology, virology, and environmental health, my goal is to strengthen my professional development and leverage my unique talents to advocate for better public health for all. I am looking for opportunities to learn and develop myself in a collaborative, empowering, and challenging environment. PUBLIC HEALTH -Over a year of experience working in public health as a Case Investigator, Contact Tracer, and CICT Hospital and Death Team Lead, and Variant of Concern Team Lead on the Covid-19 Project-Keen interest in infectious diseases and environmental health MICROBIOLOGY -2 months of experience in microbiology bench work basics -Well versed in mini preps, autoclave, and gel electrophoresis EDUCATION -1 year of teaching experience in science for grade 6 with Veritas Preparatory Academy -1 year of teaching experience in science grades 7-12 with the Kimball School District -2 years of teaching experience in science grades K-8 with Torah Academy -5 years substitute teaching mainly in Saint Paul Public Schools, Special Education District 287, Special Education District 917, and Twin Cities Charter schools -Highly Qualified to teach Life Science, Middle School Science, Physical Science, and Elementary Education based on Praxis II and AEPA tests and scores -Well-versed in curriculum development, PowerPoint presentation, basic lab design, conflict resolution, verbal and written communication for a wide variety of audiences. TRANSFERABLE SKILLS-Excellent presentation skills from 5+ years teaching and monthly lab meetings -Proven excellence in organizational skills, problem solving, attention to detail, and reliability from 5+ years teaching -Quick to learn new skills and dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning -Excellent reflexive listening skills from 10+ years in education and 1+ years in Covid 19 case investigation. Strength Finder 2.0-Restorative -Learner -Responsibility -Achiever -Futuristic