Bethany Dunk
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive expertise in watercraft operation and animal care, emphasizing safety and exceptional guest interaction. Proven ability to develop engaging educational materials while fostering effective communication to ensure positive experiences for diverse audiences. Knowledgeable in animal welfare and habitat maintenance, consistently delivering optimal living conditions and health for a wide range of species. Excels in collaborative teamwork and demonstrates adaptability in fast-paced environments, significantly contributing to overall operational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Zoological Specialist
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Tampa, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Managed daily care and feeding of diverse animal species, ensuring health and wellbeing.
- Developed enrichment programs to promote natural behaviors in animals, enhancing overall habitat quality.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to monitor animal health, implementing necessary treatments and preventative care.
- Maintained safe and clean exhibit areas for animals and visitors through regular upkeep and sanitation procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all regulations governing the ethical treatment of animals under zoo care standards.
- Improved animal welfare by implementing enrichment programs and providing specialized diets for various species.
- Assisted in the safe capture, restraint, and transport of animals when necessary for medical procedures or relocation purposes.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
Watercraft Deckhand and Driver
Walt Disney World Company
Orlando, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Boarding and unboarding guests safely
- Spieling to guests, helping them and guiding them to which boat they need to go to
- Using radios to communicate important information to other cast members
- Helping the captain know that the channel is safe to cross through
- Driving people to their destination safely
Educator
SeaWorld
Orlando, FL
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepare materials for educational experiences
- MPR trained
- Conduct informative and engaging animal presentations on microphone at animal exhibits
- Ensure safety at animal exhibits and behind the scenes
- Interact with guests in a professional manner
- Communicate with ambassadors, vendors, and guests
- Follow park and departmental policies and procedures
- Comply with grooming and safety guidelines
Pet Parent Coordinator
Dogtopia
North Attleboro, MA
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Responsible for start to finish coordination of doggie daycare, overnight boarding, spa and grooming.
- Review and process new client applications to ensure vaccination and facility requirements are met.
- Answer client questions over the phone and in person, conduct tours and explain benefits of the doggie daycare.
- Check dogs in and out of the facility, process payments and schedule next daycare or boarding reservations.
- Communicate with canine coaches about schedules in and out of playrooms and spa.
- Log any notes from canine coaches about dog's behavior or activities as well as log in owners notes after every conversation
High School Girls Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
Wheeler Private School
Providence, RI
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Training athletes and helping them become skilled in the game
- Evaluate and assess individual/team performance on the field
- Demonstrated tactical and strategic aspects of the game
- Worked closely with athletes one-on-one to help improve game-related skills
- Collaborated with the head coach to determine player lineups and positioning
- Helping players gain their confidence in the game
- Provided transportation (drove a mini-bus for games)
Varsity Level Timekeeper
St. Sebastian's Private Catholic School
Needham, MA
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Run the clock/scoreboard
- Accurately record penalties, goals and statistics
- Communicate with coaches and league officials when needed
Aquarist & Administration Intern
Save The Bay
Narragansett, RI
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with exhibit preparation, exhibit changes, improvements and modifications
- Assisted with daily animal diet preparations and water quality testing
- Maintained aquatic habitat cleanliness in preparation for visitors.
- Maintained and operated aquarium life support systems
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases
Dock Hand
Safe Harbor Marina
Warwick, RI
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained docks, pool area, grounds and other areas
- Welcomed members and transients with professionalism and kindness
- Worked on the gas dock
- Assisted in events at marina
- Inspected docked vessels such as dock lines, electrical cords and fenders for safety measurements
Camp Counselor & After School Program Assistant
Wheeler Private School
Providence, RI
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Communicated with parents regarding their child and how they were doing
- Organized and lead small and large group activities such as crafts, music, nature, swimming and others
- Maintained accurate program records such as attendance, allergies and other reports
- Provided leadership to campers
- Ensured kids were able to feel comfortable to be away from their parents
- Ensured COVID safety protocol was followed for sports programs
- Signed in athletes and issued passes to participate
- Transportation supervisor for High School Swim Team
- Lead after-school activities for pre-k through kindergarten students
Girls Soccer Overnight Camp Coach/Counselor
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Directed supervision of 15 girls ages 14-16 during on and off field activities
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes coordination and skills
- Readied team to compete in competition and other special events
- Stayed overnight and oversaw all after-hours activities including meals, breaks and recreation times
- Responsible for enforcing lights out and wake up times
- Ensured camp rules and safety requirements were followed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University Of Rhode Island
RI01-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
MA01-2019
Skills
- Animal exhibit safety
- Educational material preparation
- Animal behavior monitoring
- Radio communication
- Safety compliance protocols
- Water quality testing
- Guest interaction
- Animal care techniques
- Watercraft operation
- Customer service excellence
- Safety awareness
- Habitat maintenance
- Animal nutrition
- Zoo safety protocols
Certification
Scuba Certification
Timeline
Zoological Specialist
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
01.2026 - Current
Educator
SeaWorld
09.2024 - 12.2025
Watercraft Deckhand and Driver
Walt Disney World Company
01.2024 - Current
Aquarist & Administration Intern
Save The Bay
06.2023 - 08.2023
Pet Parent Coordinator
Dogtopia
05.2023 - 12.2023
High School Girls Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
Wheeler Private School
08.2022 - 12.2023
Dock Hand
Safe Harbor Marina
04.2022 - 07.2023
Varsity Level Timekeeper
St. Sebastian's Private Catholic School
11.2021 - 11.2023
Camp Counselor & After School Program Assistant
Wheeler Private School
12.2020 - 05.2022
Girls Soccer Overnight Camp Coach/Counselor
University of New Hampshire
07.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University Of Rhode Island