Arianna Schaffner
Summary
I am extremely passionate about getting to work with animals, create bonds that are special. I want to be able to apply all theses skills I have learned in the past year or so in my future. I hope to get a Team lead position so I can not only bond more with our animals, but learn skills that will help me in the future. I hope to learn about how the head keepers create specialized diets, what is an ideal enclosure for the species, how to properly over see a collection and teach those who want to be here and want to do this in the future, etc. I hope to apply what I have learned from not only our team leads this year and last year, but from working in the zoo as whole to one of these positions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Malone University Zookeeper
Gail Pigford and Kristen Beck
09.2024 - Current
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Works well with others in the zoo and listening to constructive criticism on how I can improve.
- Improved team morale and productivity through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Maintained safe and clean exhibit areas for animals through regular upkeep and sanitation procedures.
- Works hard to bond with the different animals.
- Flexibility with changes and work schedule.
- Helps others who may be confused with the different tasks and requirements
- Comes in even if I am not scheduled for that day.
- Helps the other Team leads with different tasks such as deep cleans, making enrichment or just basic cleaning needs
- Ensured compliance with all regulations governing the ethical treatment of animals under zoo care standards.
- Follows the different species husbandry care.
- Assisted with new enclosures or add ons to the enclosure
- Gone to more training times then required (ex: Mammal training times)
- Managed grocery list with others during breaks, assessing what we have and what we need more of.
- Follows enrichment logs
- Assessed to the animals with medical needs
- Maintained safe and clean exhibit areas for animals and visitors through regular upkeep and sanitation procedures.
- Developed strong bonds with individual animals through positive reinforcement training techniques, promoting trust and cooperation.
Wellness Center Worker
Joyce Byler
09.2024 - Current
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained a clean working environment
- Willing to do the more tedious task when they need to be done
- Helps co-workers out when needed
Camp Counselor
Cedarbrook Camp Of Ohio
07.2023 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Works well with others even if it was challenging. Very flexible.
- Willing to do the not so pleasant tasks.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss strategies for improvement in areas such as programming, behavior management, and staff training.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zoo And Wildlife Biology
Malone University
Canton, OH05.2027
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Bonding and Handling with animals
- Animal Enrichment
- Habitat maintenance
- Public Education
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Animal Husbandry Expertise
- Medication Administration
- Active listening and communication
Timeline
Malone University Zookeeper
Gail Pigford and Kristen Beck
09.2024 - Current
Wellness Center Worker
Joyce Byler
09.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
Cedarbrook Camp Of Ohio
07.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Zoo And Wildlife Biology
Malone University