Rebecca Brokaw
About Rebecca Brokaw
Rebecca Brokaw serves as the Education Programs Coordinator and Camp Director at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago, IL, where she has worked since 2018. She has developed expertise in curriculum writing and implementation, with a focus on inquiry-based learning methods, through various roles in informal education settings.
Current Role at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Rebecca Brokaw serves as the Education Programs Coordinator and Camp Director at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago, Illinois. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and implementation of educational programs. In addition to her role as Education Programs Coordinator, she also works as the Day Camp Head Counselor, overseeing camp activities and ensuring a quality educational experience for participants.
Previous Experience in Education and Environmental Programs
Rebecca Brokaw has a diverse background in education and environmental programs. She worked as a Kids' Garden Intern at Community GroundWorks at Troy Gardens from 2015 to 2017, where she developed skills in curriculum writing and implementation. Additionally, she served as a Day Camp Garden Educator at the same organization for three months in 2017. Her experience also includes a role as a Forestry Intern at Openlands for four months in 2017, where she gained practical knowledge in environmental education.
Educational Background in Environmental Science
Rebecca Brokaw earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science with a minor in Food Studies from DePaul University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. During her time at DePaul, she gained valuable experience in connecting children to local nature through environmental education classes. Her academic background supports her current focus on inquiry-based and investigative learning methods in her educational programs.
Work History and Additional Roles
Rebecca Brokaw has held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Catholic Small Groups Coordinator at DePaul University for ten months in 2017-2018. Prior to that, she was a Food for Thought Assistant at DePaul University for ten months in 2016-2017. Her early work experience includes a role as a Cashier at Madison Mallards Baseball Club from 2012 to 2014, where she developed customer service skills.
Passion for Museum Education
Rebecca Brokaw discovered her passion for museum education through a partnership class with the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. This experience has shaped her approach to educational programming, emphasizing the importance of engaging children with nature and fostering a love for the environment through hands-on learning experiences.