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Celeste Gaona
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Driven by a passion for animal welfare and team success, I honed my skills in obedience training and team building at Guide Dogs For The Blind, Stone Oak Veterinary Clinic and Smoothie King. Expert in employing positive reinforcement and resolving conflicts, I significantly improved training outcomes and team efficiency, showcasing my ability to influence others and solve problems effectively.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Guide Dog Raiser
Guide Dogs For The Blind
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals using the "nice" method, voice rewards and food rewards.
- Collaborated with fellow guide dog raisers & leaders to develop new strategies and approaches
- Attended puppy socialization classes that promoted early development of essential social skills and appropriate interaction with other dogs and humans.
Veterinary Shadow
Stone Oak Veterinary Clinic
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced animal care by assisting in routine examinations, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Supported veterinarians with surgical procedures for improved patient outcomes.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Team Member
Smoothie King
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Team Captain
Smoothie King
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
Education
Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Business & Biology Minor
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05.2027
Skills
- Influencing Others
- Public Speaking
- Problem-Solving
- Team building
- Conflict Resolution
- Mentoring
- Multitasking
- Decision-Making
- Obedience training
- Puppy Socialization Techniques
- Dog training
Interests
Timeline
Team Captain
Smoothie King
06.2024 - 08.2024
Team Member
Smoothie King
05.2023 - 08.2023
Veterinary Shadow
Stone Oak Veterinary Clinic
01.2023 - 08.2023
Guide Dog Raiser
Guide Dogs For The Blind
02.2020 - 06.2023
Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Business & Biology Minor
Tarleton State University
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