Reliable employee seeking Cat and Dog sitting position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Sitter
Ellen C Lancrain
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2021 - Current
Followed pet care instructions,and dietary needs
Collected animal waste and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence
Spent time with each pet and brushed their hair.
Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both client and pets.
Let pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
Cashier
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
Virginia Beach , VA
08.2018 - 09.2020
Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Worked flexible schedule to meet business needs.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
Greeted customers each day and gave excellent customer service to everyone who walked in the store.
Changed sales tags for merchandise each week for upcoming sales ads and promotions.
Set up new sales displays of merchandise on end of shelves each week.
After School Care Activity Assistant
Virginia Beach Department Of Parks And Recreation
Va Beach, VA
09.2009 - 03.2012
Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
Assisted with games and activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Assisted with special needs children and wrote reports on their daily activity for each participant in the program.
Resolved conflicts that arose between participants by removing them from the group and solving the conflict with a positive resolution.
Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Teaching Assistant
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
09.1999 - 09.2008
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Supervised students in centers,classroom games and outdoor activities during recess.
Worked under direction of licensed teacher in and outside of classroom.
Assisted students with various needs from putting on coats to go outside to reviewing homework assignments.
Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA
06.1982
Skills
Pet Feeding and Care -I would give both dogs a measured amount of food each time i fed them
Positive Reinforcement Methods- i would give each dog a treat if they responded to my commands such as going outside and coming back inside when called
Animal Observations- I would check both dogs for fleas or anything that did not look normal on their coats or eyes or if they were not acting like they normally do when im sitting with them
Pet Waste Removal- Everyday i would clean up pet waste clean and sanitize area where dog pads would be placed
Compassionate Care I gave each dog a lot of attention and love while i was sitting with them
Mail Collection - I collected the mail during the days while i was pet sitting
Timeline
Dog Sitter
Ellen C Lancrain
03.2021 - Current
Cashier
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
08.2018 - 09.2020
After School Care Activity Assistant
Virginia Beach Department Of Parks And Recreation
09.2009 - 03.2012
Teaching Assistant
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
09.1999 - 09.2008
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
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