Instructor:
, Phone: E-mail: charenfegard@gmail.com charenfegard@gmail.com informedgreensolutions.org |
Instructor Level
| Specialist II |
Education
| High school diploma or GED in Bachelor's degree in Biology | |
| I have worked in Haz-Mat/Environmental Compliance in the Civil Service on overseas military bases (mid-'90s) as well as in Vermont for over 15 years, first with The Association of VT Recyclers, then Northeast Resource Recovery Association and now with Informed Green Solutions. Indoor Air Quality and the activities that most frequently diminish it have been on my radar. I had a registered in-home daycare for 2 years in Brookfield, which helps me appreciate the demands of providing both physically safe and nurturing environs for children. During my outreach and education in VT, I have lead workshops for adults and children. Our grant last year resulted training 58 schools. | |
| has not received formal instruction in adult education or in the facilitation of learning for adults. |
Work Experience
| Informed Green Solutions, Programs Manager (2021 to date) Executive Directory (2022 to date) Collaborate to design, hone and disseminate information with customized feedback to VT K-12 schools and childcare facilities re: Indoor Air Quality and infection control impacts of custodial products and practices. Vermont Legislature, House Representative, Franklin-5, (2019-2020) Agriculture and Forestry Committee Town of Hartford, VT-Outreach and Education Specialist (2015-to date): Develop, execute and evaluate success of VT Act 148 Universal Recycling outreach programs to increase recycling awareness and participation; write grant proposals, administer grants, develop materials, schedule and manage events, identify and recruit participants, perform outreach/education to local businesses and schools. Hone and implement program to measure success. Work with schools to evaluate custodial products and practices relative to Environmental Health. Report to Selectboard. Northeast Resource Recovery Association-Outreach/Educator (2012-2019): Outreach and Education consultant for VT. Book and conduct workshops and technical assistance in VT schools re: recycling and Indoor Air Quality, coordinating with waste districts. Sustainable Woodstock-Recycling Program Manager (2013-2015): Develop, execute and evaluate success of community events and outreach programs to increase recycling awareness and participation; write grant proposals, manage budgets, develop materials, identify and recruit target participants, coordinate outreach/education with local entities and waste districts. Design and implement program to measure success. Collaborate with oversight committee. Community Garden Coordinator (2015): Manage 3 community gardens. Develop protocol and outreach materials. River Valley Technical Center-Educator (2013-2014): Teach Green Sweep custodial classes: covering health, safety and OSHA issues, Indoor Air Quality and Environmental Health, efficacy and professionalism. Coordinate with facilities directors to tailor curriculum and program to best serve client, Dartmouth College. Association of Vermont Recyclers, Montpelier, Vermont Environmental Health Programs Manager, June 2006 – 2011 Education and Outreach Manager September 2008 – 2011 Research, develop and execute outreach, education and technical assistance programs addressing solid and hazardous waste. Coordinate with waste districts and schools to place programs. Coordinate and consult with directors, advocacy and working groups, and legislators. Manage contracts and grants with the State. Project Manager, 2002 Created “Solid Waste Reduction Guide” website for Vermont Schools. Surveyed schools to assess waste reduction and environmental health program needs. Tabled events to educate school facilities staff and laypersons about common Haz-Mat issues and solutions. Stakeholder in 2012 Act 68, School Green Cleaning Law. Registered Childcare Provider (2000-2002) Provided indoor and outdoor adventure and education, fresh-made meals and nurturing, safe, educational environment for ages 2 and up. USMC Camp Butler Environmental Compliance and Protection Support Unit, Okinawa, Japan Environmental Protection Assistant, 1996-1997 Co-develop database to track and analyze Hazardous Materials and Wastes. Create Standard Operating Procedures Manual. Accompany handlers on routine spot inspections of Haz-Waste Accumulation Sites; transport Haz-Mat to storage in DRMO ensuring compliance with EPA and DOT regulations. Assist with Public Relations during local high-profile situations. Graduated “Haz-Mat/Haz-Waste Facility Manager” and “Emergency Response, Awareness Level” courses. | ||||||||||
| 5-10 years instructing adults. | ||||||||||
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Additional Information
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| Healthy and Safe Environments (Early Childhood) Healthy and Safe Environments (Afterschool) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training Topics | Health and Safety | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Interactive and interesting material presentation are key. Dialectic. Hands on (when in person) |
Logistics
| *Inquire with Instructor | |
| Currently our state contract covers K-12 work, but I am happy to provide training a few times this year if there is a need. Normally, our grants or contracts require we recruit our audience. |