Honor Society® member
Kristen Tabor
Butterfly Greenhouse Interpreter at Tucson Botanical Gardens Exhibit upkeep, butterfly tracking and database management following USDA procedures Communicated daily with staff and volunteers on changes within the greenhouse Explained butterfly house guidelines to the public and educated guests and volunteers on butterfly ecology
- Plant Science
- Class of 2025
- Tucson, Arizona
Member since June 2023
About
I've always sought after my goals, even when they required traveling off the beaten path. My experiences show a marked inclination toward plants and nature, that provide the foundation of my passion for the field of Plant Science, as well as an indication that I have commitment to my interests. Whether that's education, hobbies, or simply enjoying life, I live with a positive mindset. I strive to find solutions rather than problems in everyday life, and appreciate the little things!
Education
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Sonoran Permaculture Guild
Permaculture Design Certificate
2021
Honors and awards
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Bravo Award - NJROTC
Outstanding Work Ethic, Attitude and Character
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Character without Question Awards - Stratford High School
Honesty, Volunteer Work
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Exemplary Awards - Stratford High School
Science, Language Arts, Choir
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Plant Breeding
Research Assistant/Associate
Research Scientist
Conservation Research
Non-Profit, University, Government, and State preference- Graduate school interests
MS Plant Science
PHD Plant Science- Outside the classroom
Poetry
Hiking
Camping
Dancing
Reading
Gaming
Restoration Work
Houseplants
Making Kombucha
Experience
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Butterfly Greenhouse Interpreter
Tucson Botanical Gardens Exhibit upkeep, butterfly tracking and database management following USDA procedures Communicated daily with staff and volunteers on changes within the greenhouse Explained butterfly house guidelines to the public and educated guests and volunteers on butterfly ecology
Mar 2022 – May 2022
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Professional Gardener
Tucson Botanical Gardens Planting, fertilizing, transplanting, composting, and pruning, Trimming, irrigation, and organic integrated pest management Designing, building and maintaining public garden spaces and seasonal plantings Working autonomously and flexibly with other trades/colleagues as well as managing volunteers Planning, set-up and take down of various garden exhibits and events Specialized care for cacti and succulent specimens in beds, containers, and various garden spaces. Heavy machinery experience includes tool-cat, chipper, jackhammer, and chainsaw Working in a variety of weather conditions: extreme heat, rain, high winds, light snow, etc.
Jan 2021 – Jun 2023
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Garden Sales Associate
Tucson Botanical Gardens Retail, customer service, stocking, and store maintenance Directed guests to various garden spaces and shared general knowledge of flora and fauna of the Southwest Event set-up, coverage, ticketing, and take down; e.g., ‘Poinsettia Tree’
Aug 2019 – Jan 2021
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Data Entry Transcriber
Value Stream Partners Transcribed SQL programming codes for data analyst Transcribed PowerBI codes and formatted dashboard presentation Transcribed business correspondence Worked with aggregate HIPAA data sets
Aug 2019 – Jan 2021
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Ranch Manager
Ranchito Paraiso Property upkeep, landscaping, and general maintenance Installation and renovation of fencing, wooden floors, façade, pool cantina, studio apartment and more Acted as assistant hostess, preparing property for guests and workers
Mar 2019 – Jul 2019
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Organic Agricultural Worker
SouthWinds Farm Collaborated with owner to plan and execute farm upgrades, Managed farm autonomously in owner’s absence and trained interns Weekly booth vendor at the Heirloom Farmers Market in Tucson Greenhouse work/maintenance and property upkeep Solar generator operation and repair Cold storage management and troubleshooting
Jul 2018 – Mar 2019
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Organic Farm Operations Field Hand
Whipstone Farms Daily field crew worker at several farm property sites Greenhouse maintenance and large scale planting projects Operation and repair of various heavy farm machinery and equipment.
Apr 2018 – Jun 2018
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Cashier
Luby’s Fuddruckers Manager in training, cross trained across all positions including shift leader Cashier, server, bakery, fry, main cook, GSA, and food prep Customer service, food and cash handling, promotions Licensed to sell alcohol with TABC license
Jan 2015 – Nov 2017
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Retail Sales Assistant
Blue Willow Bookstore Store maintenance and designing various store displays Shipping intake and stock management Customer service, engagement and sales Trained new associates in receiving and logging procedures Event coverage at author book signing events including set up, take down, and sales.
Jun 2012 – Jun 2014
Volunteering
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Library Volunteer Checking books in/out, receiving, and stocking shelves Overseeing after school events Directing students and organizing library Explaining how to use new software programs to both teachers and students
Stratford High School
Jul 2012 – Mar 2013
