Neenah H. Newell

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in swim instruction and a breadth of client service roles and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

• Volunteer for Delaware Nature Society, Brandywine YMCA, First State Montessori Academy, Brandywine School District, 2020-01-01
• Wilmington Rowing Center Member, 2014-01-01, 2025-01-01
• Mothers of Multiples – Volunteer President Elect, 2018-01-01, 2020-01-01
• Kalmar Nyckel Trainee and Volunteer, 2014-01-01, 2016-01-01
• Resolve Infertility Support Group Host at Christiana Hospital and National Advocate, 2013-01-01, 2015-01-01
• Sigma Lambda Alpha – National Honor Society of Landscape Architecture, 2011-01-01
• Nanjing Forestry University Exchange – Nanjing, China; Georgia Landscape Magazine Contributor; MLA Curriculum Review Committee, LEED Green Associate, the U.S Green Building Council, 2010-01-01
• ASLA Member, Session host for Annual Meetings in Chicago & San Diego, 2009-01-01, 2011-01-01
• Graduate School Assistantship; CED & John Linley Scholarships, 2008-01-01, 2010-01-01
• LEAD Maryland Fellow, Class V, Seminar in Finland, Russia & Estonia, 2007-01-01, 2008-01-01
• Pi Alpha Xi & Gamma Sigma Delta – National Honor Societies, Horticulture & Agriculture, 2002-01-01

• Swim Instructor, Brandywine YMCA, Claymont, DE, Wilmington, DE, 2023-04-01, Weekly swim class for Giant Step Preschool and swim safety class for second graders at Claymont Elementary School.
• Teacher Naturalist, Delaware Nature Society, Hockessin, DE, 2014-09-01, 2020-02-01, Greeted and engaged visitors at the Dupont Environmental Education Center., Developed lesson plans and taught environmental programs and/or camps., Assisted with program set up and clean up., Coordinated with other team members to run educational programs.
• Teacher Naturalist, Delaware Nature Society, Hockessin, DE, 2022-11-01, Greeted and engaged visitors at the Dupont Environmental Education Center., Developed lesson plans and taught environmental programs and/or camps., Assisted with program set up and clean up., Coordinated with other team members to run educational programs.

• Barn Worker, New Castle County, Carousel Park Equestrian Center, Wilmington, DE, 2014-02-01, 2014-08-01, Daily care of horses, chickens and goats., Interacted with visitors to the park.
• Medical Receptionist, Lags Spine & Sportscare, Santa Maria, CA, 2012-04-01, 2013-01-01, Ensured positive customer experience in a fast-paced clinical setting., Scheduled appointments; maintained timeline and patient flow through office; identified and aided problem resolution., Assisted with office transition to Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Community Projects Intern, Eastern Shore Land Conservancy | Center for Towns, Queenstown, MD, 2011-05-01, 2011-09-01, Communicated with members of the public, press, design team, funders, local agencies and policy makers for a community driven design process for conversion of 11 acre brownfield into public space.
• Graduate Assistant, College of Environment and Design | University of Georgia, Athens, GA, 2008-08-01, 2010-05-01, Assisted faculty with research for publications, grading assignments, publicity for gallery events., Assisted library patrons with searches, check-in/out; entered cataloging and circulation data.
• Faculty Extension Assistant, Horticulture and Master Gardener Program Coordinator, University of Maryland Extension, Queen Anne’s County, Centreville, MD, 2005-10-01, 2008-06-01, Coordinated training, community outreach activities and continuing education for 100+ Master Gardener volunteers., Worked with colleague as program was split into separate county entities., Tracked volunteer hours in Access database. Volunteers contributed 4,500 hours annually., Sought and managed $234,478 in-kind and $7,670 in fiscal and material donations., Provided plans and budget estimates for $84,109 in grants received., Collaborated with stakeholders to implement EPA funded 319 stormwater improvements in the Corsica River Watershed., Collaboratively designed and coordinated installation of 7 educational gardens., Developed and delivered environmental education programs via lecture, local TV, print and other media.
• Assistant Landscape Designer, McHale Landscape Design, Upper Marlboro, MD, 2005-01-01, 2005-09-01, Member of two-person team which surpassed $800,000/ year sales goal., Surveyed and analyzed sites. Prepared hand and computer drafted base maps & master plan sets., Wrote design proposals, cost estimates, contracts and client correspondence., Coordinated with subcontractors. Set up sites for installation crews., Specified, sourced and procured plant and hard-scape materials.
• Intern, Chalet, North Chicago, IL, 2003-05-01, 2003-08-01, Assisted with design, installation, retail nursery sales and plant purchasing.