Maddie Fernandez

Maddie Fernandez is an experienced professional in environmental education and science, currently serving as the Education Programs and Bilingual Spanish Specialist at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum since March 2024. Prior roles include Environmental Scientist at EPS Environmental Services, Inc., where Maddie developed environmental reports and ensured regulatory compliance. Experience as a Part-Time Educator at Lincoln Park Zoo involved leading school groups in science-based investigations, while earlier positions included Camp Counselor and After Care Educator. Maddie has also contributed to various research and educational initiatives, including at The Morton Arboretum and DePaul University, where a focus on the conservation of endangered species and mentoring was prominent. Maddie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from DePaul University, complemented by minors in Geography and Industrial Design.