Alexis Thompson
Newton,NC
Summary
Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Horse Caretaker
Thompson Stables
Newton, NC
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Assisted with the administration of medications to horses as needed.
- Coordinated transportation of horses to shows or other events when necessary.
- Maintained barns, stalls, paddocks and other horse-related facilities in a clean and safe condition.
- Provided daily care for horses, including feeding, grooming, and exercising them.
- Cleaned tack and equipment used for riding activities.
- Developed individualized diets for each horse based on age, activity level, breed.
- Recorded detailed notes about each horse's diet, exercise regimen, medical history.
- Administered first aid treatments when necessary.
- Taught basic riding skills to novice riders.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while handling horses.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving horses or riders.
- Monitored horses' health on a regular basis and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Rendered aid to injured and sick horses and notified supervisors of additional care requirements.
- Completed routine barn upkeep tasks such as stocking supplies.
- Turned out horses to promote optimal exercise and health.
- Kept horses healthy and ready for activities by preparing and distributing feed and water on-schedule.
- Mucked out stalls to remove waste and debris and keep conditions sanitary.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
Horse Camp Counselor
North Star Equestrian Facility
Hickory, NC
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each activity or lesson.
- Conducted health checks on horses before each ride or lesson ensuring their safety.
- Educated campers about equine nutrition and general horse health care practices.
- Assisted with daily barn chores, including mucking stalls and feeding horses.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities by setting a positive example for other counselors.
- Monitored the safety of all campers during equine activities.
- Created an atmosphere of respect between staff members, campers, and horses alike.
- Demonstrated proper care techniques to campers when handling horses.
- Facilitated team building exercises among participants to foster a sense of community.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks such as tightening cinches and checking hooves.
- Instructed campers in basic horsemanship skills such as grooming, tacking up, and riding techniques.
- Provided support to campers when needed while working with horses.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Welcomed participants and directed to assigned areas.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Conducted pre-camp and post-camp evaluations, gathering feedback to improve future camp sessions.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and spread of illnesses.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents and guardians, providing updates and addressing concerns.
- Encouraged camper participation and engagement through enthusiastic leadership and role modeling.
- Coordinated with other counselors and staff to adapt programs to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Recognized and implemented safety standards to minimize incidents or accidents.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Conferred with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.
Education
Animal Sciences
Bunker Hill High School
Claremont, NC05-2027
Skills
- Conditioning programs
- Fence Repair
- Rehabilitation experience
- Disease Prevention
- Travel Arrangements
- Special Needs Care
Custom
- (FFA) Future Farmers of America member since January 2023
- (ASAC) American Saddletree Association of the Carolinas member since January2021
- (USEF) United States Equestrian Federation member since January 2021
- (AHHA) American Hackney Horse Association since January 2021
Timeline
Horse Camp Counselor
North Star Equestrian Facility
06.2022 - 12.2023
Horse Caretaker
Thompson Stables
06.2020 - 06.2024
Animal Sciences
Bunker Hill High School
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