Landscape Architect
John B. Kelly Elementary School � Philadelphia, PA
August 2018 � present
Meadow Coordinator: Create curriculum particular to the school yard meadow to inspire students to be stewards of their environment. Once a week connect small groups of students with meadow through art and exploration. Participate in monthly meetings of the Kelly Green Project community group to provide insight on schoolyard design and engagement, including fundraising and grant opportunities.
Self-Employment � Philadelphia, PA
April 2017 � present
Landscaper/Gardener: Maintain existing varieties of trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, grasses and bulbs for 3 clients in Germantown/East Falls section of Philadelphia. Suggest plantings for purchase based on client conditions. Hand-water and monitor irrigation of plantings, especially during time of establishment and drought.
Paradise in Progress CSA � Philadelphia, PA
August 2013 - 2018
Gardener: Responsible for maintaining edible and ornamental plantings on ~1000 square feet. Responsible for purchasing plants and equipment as needed. Write weekly emails for neighborhood CSA distribution of 15 members. Responsible for delivery to CSA members. Established and maintained storm water management infrastructure where needed. Pennsylvania Horticulture Society City Harvest Award recipient for rain garden category 2016 and 2017.
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John B. Kelly Elementary School � Philadelphia, PA
August 2018 � present
Meadow Coordinator: Create curriculum particular to the school yard meadow to inspire students to be stewards of their environment. Once a week connect small groups of students with meadow through art and exploration. Participate in monthly meetings of the Kelly Green Project community group to provide insight on schoolyard design and engagement, including fundraising and grant opportunities.
Self-Employment � Philadelphia, PA
April 2017 � present
Landscaper/Gardener: Maintain existing varieties of trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, grasses and bulbs for 3 clients in Germantown/East Falls section of Philadelphia. Suggest plantings for purchase based on client conditions. Hand-water and monitor irrigation of plantings, especially during time of establishment and drought.
Paradise in Progress CSA � Philadelphia, PA
August 2013 - 2018
Gardener: Responsible for maintaining edible and ornamental plantings on ~1000 square feet. Responsible for purchasing plants and equipment as needed. Write weekly emails for neighborhood CSA distribution of 15 members. Responsible for delivery to CSA members. Established and maintained storm water management infrastructure where needed. Pennsylvania Horticulture Society City Harvest Award recipient for rain garden category 2016 and 2017.
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