Maya Cota

(C) 619-606-0004 | mcota@csumb.edu | Marina, CA 93933

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Arts
Environmental Studies, California State University - Monterey Bay, Seaside CA Expected in May 2022
 Concentration, Sustainable Communities and Infrastructure

SKILLS

 Superb time management

 Organizational skills  Reliable and punctual
 Problem-solving skills  Team player mentality
 Excellent communication skills  Outgoing personality
 Active listener  Friendly and Personable
 Team collaboration  Energetic self-starter
 Expertise in Spanish Language

EXPERIENCE

Youth Educator and Public Speaker, Climate Science Alliance, January 2017-Current (on a volunteer basis)
San Diego, CA
 Researched topics to better understand the material prior to crafting educational presentations.
 Developed and delivered speeches to groups of people in various venues addressing Climate literacy for youth.
 Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
 Arranged and led activities for students, including readings of child science books, formulating art projects and
facilitating science experiments.
 Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Naturalist Guide, Monterey Bay Kayaks January 2021- Present
 Proficient in the history and wildlife of the Monterey Bay
 Ability to problem solve in high-risk situations
 CPR and First-Aid certified
 Strong communication skills in an educational environment, as well as, with colleagues
 Capable of creating lasting experiences in the outdoors for all by employing patience and empathy in daily tasks
Active Member, Environmental Affairs Committee August 2020 – May 2021
 Worked primarily on the Newsletter and PR group to inform the CSUMB student body on environmental issues that
affect them and their communities
 Attended weekly meetings to discuss committee and institution affairs related to sustainability and environmental
action
 Consistently in group work setting to communicate the ideas of the whole through constructive collaboration
 Development of newsletter within Canva allowing for proficiency in the system
Volunteer Steward, Big Sur Land Trust August 2021-Present
 Assisted in invasive species removal from the Mitteldorf Preserve
 Worked independently on restoration of historical sites throughout the preserve
 Lead plant and wildlife monitoring through iNaturalist for several of the Land Trust preserves
 Monitored the types of litter observed on the preserve and documented through Litterati database
 Developed proficiency in using trail maintenance tools in order to maintain existing recreational pathways