Jack Howarth
New Milton,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in conservation techniques, outdoor education, and field research. Proficient in sampling techniques and leadership, with a focus on sustainability awareness and climate/carbon literacy. Committed to advancing environmental preservation through innovative research and education initiatives.
Offering an extensive background in environmental research methods, communication, creativity, and adaptability. Knowledgeable about engaging diverse audiences and crafting informative and interactive educational materials. Ready to use and develop organisational, teamwork, and public speaking skills in the lead environmental educator role.
Dedicated to fostering environmental awareness and sustainable practices. Combines strong communication skills with solid foundation in educational methodologies. Aims to inspire positive ecological change and empower communities through engaging learning experiences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Environmental educator
Hampshire Outdoor Centres
Calshot, Hampshire
2021.05 - Current
- Delivered high quality environmental sessions to all ages up to young adults.
- Designed educational resources focusing on natural world topics to nurture environmentally conscious habits in children.
- Encouraged positive environmental behaviour through role modelling and interactive discussions.
- Assisted in reviewing and updating of operational procedures, session handbooks, presentations and educational resources.
- Providing new instructors with support, both emotionally and professionally as well as assisting with their training and development.
- Regularly in a leadership role as duty manager.
- Course director, overseeing groups and ensuring smooth running during their stay.
- Overseeing the maintenance of environmental equipment, as well as regular checks and maintenance of activity equipment.
- contributing to updates to risk assessments, as well as assisting in the reviewing of operational procedures.
Manager
SuperCamps
Saffron Walden, Suffolk
2013.07 - 2019.08
- Guided instructor teams to uphold teaching excellence.
- Implemented diverse instruction techniques to support varied learning styles.
- Adjusted teaching methods to cater to student needs and interests.
- Mentored and helped develop new instructors, sharing effective group management strategies.
- Assisted in training new staff to maintain service quality.
- Supported team members through reported safeguarding concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Swansea Univeristy
Swansea 2013.09 - 2019.06
Masters of Research (MRes) - Bioscience
Swansea University
Swansea 2019.07 - 2021.10
Skills
- Conservation techniques
- Outdoor education
- Species sampling
- Field research techniques
- Sustainability awareness
- Outdoor education techniques
- Climate/Carbon literacy
- Conservation principles
Affiliations
- Avid outdoor sports person partaking in a wide variety of outdoor hobbies, including: climbing, snowboarding, skateboarding and playing golf
- Keen creative whole also enjoys: painting and gardening.
- Looking to begin volunteering with both HIWART and HIWWT in 2026
Accomplishments
Lead Author on a scientific paper is my crowning achievement. I am also a retired high level athlete who competed for spaces on the 2016 Olympic and 2018 Commonwealth swimming teams
Timeline
Environmental educator
Hampshire Outdoor Centres
2021.05 - Current
Masters of Research (MRes) - Bioscience
Swansea University
2019.07 - 2021.10
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Swansea Univeristy
2013.09 - 2019.06
Manager
SuperCamps
2013.07 - 2019.08