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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
RI
01-2023

High School Diploma - undefined

Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
MA
01-2019

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