Milan Anderson
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
Well-rounded agriculturist, conservation leader and environmental science teacher with diverse experience managing various levels of conservation and sustainability projects in schools and local communities. Offer advanced knowledge of organic ag production and habitat restoration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Instructor
Dixboro Music Academy
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by developing individualized lesson plans tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
- Increased student engagement through incorporating interactive music games and storytelling.
Organic Seed Grower & Sales Associate
Nature & Nurture Seeds
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Optimized plant growth by implementing effective integrative pest management, crop rotation and cover crop techniques.
- Ensured high-quality produce with meticulous attention to harvest timing and post-harvest handling procedures.
Lead Grower & Market Sales
Frog Holler Farm
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Planted, cultivated and harvested organic produce
- Trained assistant growers in efficient harvesting techniques, soil maintenance and in-person sales
- Created and managed wild harvest produce section for company
Outdoor Grower and Farm Stand Manager
The Urban Canopy
05.2016 - 10.2019
- Managed farm stands at farmer's markets in Southwest locations
- Planted, cultivated and harvested organic produce
- Kept accurate documentation of harvest yields to improve market sales
Environmental Science Teacher
Perspectives Leadership Academy
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Designed and implemented an innovative, hands-on curricula
- Co-led an Aquaponics after-school club
Conservation Crew Leader
The Student Conservation Association
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Mentored high school students to complete conservation projects
- Projects include successful clearing of invasive plants, expansion of boardwalk, installation of a split-rail fence, prairie seed collection, and tree pruning
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Movement Science
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI12.2013
Skills
- Moderate fluency in Spanish
- Organic Agriculture & Regenerative Agriculture
- Seed Saving
- Permaculture
Certification
- Teaching Competencies: Biology, Chemistry, & Environmental Science
- Level 1 Permaculture and Farming Certification
- Master of Urban Farmer Training - University of Illinois Extension (2018)
Volunteer Experience
El Paseo Community Garden Collective Beds Leader
Chicago, IL Feb '17 to March '20
- Collaborated with our community gardeners to utilize crop rotations in 10+ raised beds
- Trained volunteers during Stewardship days and hosted weekly Kids Garden Day workshops
Timeline
Music Instructor
Dixboro Music Academy
01.2022 - Current
Organic Seed Grower & Sales Associate
Nature & Nurture Seeds
03.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Grower & Market Sales
Frog Holler Farm
04.2020 - 10.2020
Environmental Science Teacher
Perspectives Leadership Academy
08.2017 - 06.2018
Conservation Crew Leader
The Student Conservation Association
05.2017 - 08.2017
Outdoor Grower and Farm Stand Manager
The Urban Canopy
05.2016 - 10.2019
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Movement Science
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
- Teaching Competencies: Biology, Chemistry, & Environmental Science
- Level 1 Permaculture and Farming Certification
- Master of Urban Farmer Training - University of Illinois Extension (2018)
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