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Manahil Akhtar

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Shelter Volunteer

Anderson Humane Society
South Elgin, IL
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Provided humane care of domestic animals
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.

Student Aide

B. J. Ward Elementary School
Bolingbrook, IL
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Assisted fifth graders with their essays.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

School Play Volunteer

B. J. Ward Elementary
Bolingbrook, IL
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between students by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Assisted children with their lines.

Veterinary Assistant Student

Wilco Area Career Center
Romeoville, IL
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Cleaned the environments, dishes, and preparing food for both companion and exotic animals.
  • Medical terminology and abbreviations in Veterinary Medicine.
  • Surgical instruments used in Veterinary Medicine, as well as restraint techniques.

Library Student Aide

B. J. Ward Elementary School
Bolingbrook, IL
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Shelved books by subject according to Dewey Decimal System.
  • Examined incoming items for signs of damage and documented issues.
  • Assisted children with locating books.
  • Selected books and solicited volunteers for weekly children's storytime hour.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
06.2025

Skills

  • Decision Making
  • Food Intake Monitoring
  • Honest and Ethical
  • Problem Identification
  • Meal Preparation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Human and Animal Safety

Languages

Urdu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Animal Shelter Volunteer

Anderson Humane Society
12.2020 - 07.2021

School Play Volunteer

B. J. Ward Elementary
09.2019 - 12.2019

Student Aide

B. J. Ward Elementary School
08.2019 - 03.2020

Veterinary Assistant Student

Wilco Area Career Center
08.2018 - 05.2019

Library Student Aide

B. J. Ward Elementary School
08.2016 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Manahil Akhtar