Avery Starwalt
Highland,IL
Summary
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. A Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Sitter
Self Employed Services
Highland, IL
01.2020 - Current
- Observed animals closely for any signs of injury or illness and took appropriate action if necessary.
- Cleaned up pet messes and provided fresh food and water to all assigned pets.
- Administered oral medications as prescribed by the veterinarian or client instructions.
- Provided overnight stays at client homes during vacations or business trips to ensure continuity of care for their pets.
- Communicated with clients regularly regarding their pet's care needs and progress.
- Walked dogs on a regular basis, ensuring they were kept safe and healthy.
- Kept work area clean by sanitizing cages, dishes, bedding, toys. after use.
- Performed basic grooming services such as brushing fur, trimming nails, cleaning ears.
Gymnastics Coach
Legacy LLC
Highland, Illinois
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented individualized gymnastics programs for students of all skill levels.
- Educated students on sportsmanship principles such as respect and fair play.
- Provided feedback on form, technique, strategy and performance during practice sessions and competitions.
- Created a safe and supportive environment for athletes to practice their skills.
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as scheduling events, ordering supplies and managing budgets.
- Modified instruction depending upon age group and skill level of participants.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress.
Cashier
Walmart
Highland, Illinois
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Guest Service Representative
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Edwardsville, Illinois
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Resolved customer disputes in a professional manner while maintaining positive relationships.
- Promoted new deals and offers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions within the software system.
- Handled customer complaints professionally and efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls from guests seeking order placements or general information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
Highland, Illinois05-2025
Skills
- Care Plan Adherence
- Behavior monitoring
- Schedule Coordination
- Customer Service
- Pet Sitting
- Animal Safety
- Animal Grooming
- Clean Background Check
- Pet care management
- Honest and Trustworthy
- Breed and species knowledge
- Grooming and bathing
- Pet Feeding
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Client Relationship Management
- Positive Attitude
- Punctual and Reliable
- Pet Care
- Schedule Management
- Following pet care instructions
- Valid Driver's License
- First Aid Training
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Learning management system proficiency
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management
- Analytical Skills
- Professionalism
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Cashier
Walmart
04.2024 - 07.2024
Gymnastics Coach
Legacy LLC
07.2023 - 08.2024
Guest Service Representative
Nothing Bundt Cakes
07.2023 - 01.2024
Pet Sitter
Self Employed Services
01.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Highland High School