Overview
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Interests
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Ethan Young

Chesapeake,VA

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Conservation Youth Team (CYT) Volunteer Guide

Virginia Zoo
06.2023 - Current
  • Managed unexpected challenges with flexibility and creative problem-solving, maintaining seamless experiences for guests.
  • Utilized strong communication skills to effectively convey complex topics in a digestible manner to diverse audiences.
  • Improved overall guest satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing appropriate solutions as needed.
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about zoo exhibits to educate visitors.

Volunteer Assistant

Virginia Zoo
  • Assisted in coordination of 16 teen volunteers, resulting in a successful event and over 5,500 satisfied guests.
  • Served as a liaison between teen volunteers and senior leadership, ensuring open lines of communication and promoting a transparent environment where concerns could be addressed promptly.
  • Fostered positive volunteering environment by regularly updating volunteers on event progress and addressing concerns efficiently.

Annual Event Teen Volunteer

Equestrian Wish Horseback Riding Facility
  • Contributed to the overall success of annual fundraising events hosting up to 5,000 guests by maintaining a positive attitude, exhibiting strong teamwork skills, and being proactive in addressing any challenges that arose during planning or execution.
  • Assisted in training for new teen volunteers as a senior volunteer with 3+ years of episodic experience.
  • Worked directly with equine handlers to facilitate a safe and engaging environment for guests and animals.

Animal Caretaker

Various Homes
04.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized pet care services tailored to individual needs.
  • Experience with fish, cats, dogs, snakes, chickens, horses, sheep and goats.
  • Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.

In-Home Babysitter

Young Childcare
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced child development by engaging in stimulating activities and educational games.
  • Assisted parents with improving their work-life balance by providing reliable and flexible childcare services.
  • Demonstrated responsibility by adhering to family-specific rules, expectations, and protocols while caring for the children.

Education

High School Diploma -

Young Academy
Chesapeake, VA
05-2025

Skills

  • Safety Procedures
  • Customer Engagement
  • Exceptional Communication
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Adaptability
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Computer Literacy
  • Engaging Educational Storytelling
  • Team Leadership

Interests

  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Horsemanship
  • Beekeeping
  • Creative Writing
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy

Languages

English - Native

Timeline

Conservation Youth Team (CYT) Volunteer Guide

Virginia Zoo
06.2023 - Current

Animal Caretaker

Various Homes
04.2023 - Current

In-Home Babysitter

Young Childcare
06.2022 - 09.2023

Volunteer Assistant

Virginia Zoo

Annual Event Teen Volunteer

Equestrian Wish Horseback Riding Facility

High School Diploma -

Young Academy
Ethan Young