Dana Utroske

About Dana Utroske

I am the owner of Dana Utroske Education Services, where I empower educators to create meaningful learning experiences that foster sustainability and environmental awareness. With over a decade of experience in curriculum writing, educational assessment, and standards alignment, I design and implement innovative educational solutions tailored to the unique goals and values of my clients. My journey in regenerative education is driven by a deep passion for sustainability. I hold a Master of Science in Educational Leadership and Policy, focusing on Leadership for Sustainability Education, and a Permaculture Design Certificate. As a Permaculture Design Advisor at Permaculture Women\'s Guild and a facilitator of teacher training workshops at Oregon State University, I support and inspire educators and students alike to become compassionate and fearless agents of change.My mission is to cultivate a sustainable future through education, practical application, and community engagement.

Experience

1. Permaculture Design Advisor

   Permaculture Women\'s Guild

   Jan 2021 — Present

   Advise an average of 15 students annually in a self-paced permaculture design course leading to a PDC certificate- Develop organizational support and educational content for the course\'s Education section, enhancing the learning experience- Guide students through comprehensive permaculture design principles and practices- Actively participate in online forums and discussion boards, fostering a collaborative learning community- Assess final Design Projects and provide constructive feedback.

Education

• Portland State University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Educational Leadership & Policy (focus in Leadership for Sustainability Education)

  2015 — 2017

• Grinnell College

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology

  2013

• Grinnell College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology

  2009 — 2013

Skills

• Education
• Social Studies Education
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Natural History
• Writing
• Sustainability
• Spanish-Speaking
• Training
• Volunteer Management
• Program Coordination
• Editing
• Engagement
• Outdoor Leadership
• Trauma-Informed Teaching
• Youth Mentoring
• Sustainability Leadership
• Professional Development
• Educational Leadership
• Plannning
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Media
• Curriculum Development
• Leadership
• Gardening
• Microsoft Excel
• Program Management
• Research
• Environmental Education
• Public Speaking
• Mentoring
• Curriculum Design
• Facilitation
• Ecology
• Diverse Communities
• Program Development
• Microsoft Office
• Outdoor Education
• Group Leadership
• Community Outreach
• Teaching