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Cresta Davis

assistant trainer, project manager asst.
Las Cruces,NM
Cresta Davis

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Location: Las Cruces, NM
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Summary

Experienced Horse Trainer skilled in project coordination and communication. Developed customized training protocols and managed timelines to enhance horse performance and team collaboration. Background in equine training and project management, with strong problem-solving abilities. Accomplished trackwork rider focused on maximizing thoroughbred potential for competitive success. Dedicated equine professional skilled in training techniques, horse handling, and project management. Proven ability to enhance horse performance through tailored training protocols and effective team collaboration.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

dh racing stables&farm
Belen, New Mexico

Assistant Horse Trainer
06.2014 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Assisted in training and conditioning racehorses for optimal performance.
  • Helped train young horses under saddle using natural horsemanship methods.
  • Collaborated with team members to implement training plans effectively.
  • Supported the development of training protocols tailored to individual horses.
  • Engaged with owners, providing updates on horse progress and care needs.
  • Monitored horse health and behavior, reporting changes to senior trainers.
  • Monitored horses for signs of injury or illness and reported any issues to the head trainer immediately.
  • Worked closely with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill horses.
  • Administered first aid treatments to horses.
  • Exercised the client's horses both on the flat and over fences according to their individual needs.
  • Exercised animals daily to promote health and fitness.
  • Supervised arena activities during lessons ensuring that everyone is following proper safety rules and procedures.
  • Attended competitions to assist with warm-up routines, course walks, and post-show care of horses.
  • Prepared horses for training sessions, including grooming and saddling.
  • Assisted in managing feeding schedules and nutrition plans for horses.
  • Organized feed orders and maintained a clean supply area for all supplements and feeds used at the stable.
  • Managed inventory of supplies needed for daily operations including feed, supplements, tack, equipment, medical supplies.
  • Assisted head trainer with daily horse care and maintenance tasks such as feeding, grooming, tacking up, and cooling down horses.
  • Reported to the trainer on horse's progress and performance and discussed each horse's fitness or training concerns.
  • Kept detailed records of each horse's training progress including any changes in behavior or attitude due to new exercises being introduced.
  • Coordinated care and upkeep of thoroughbred and standardized racehorses and yearlings and equipped horses to be champion athletes.

new ground resources
Los Lunas, New Mexico

Assistant Project Manager
02.2012 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Delivered high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Identified and resolved risks to minimize project disruption.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.

valencia county schools
Los Lunas, New Mexico

Teacher
08.2007 - 05.2012

Job overview

  • Developed engaging lesson plans that increased student understanding and participation.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Established clear rules and expectations for student behavior in the classroom by enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Assessed student performance regularly and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and concerns, fostering collaborative support.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.

Education

Hot Springs High
Truth Or Consequences, NM

High School Diploma
05-1989

ENMU
Portales, NM

Some College (No Degree) from Psychology

University Overview

i was on a full ride scholarship for the enmu girls rodeo team. In which we won the girls team for the southwest region and placed 2nd in the nation at the college national finals 2 yrs in a roll.

During my time at ENMU, i also put on weekend workshops, week long schools, etc for the youth. Assisting young riders in their chosen events to help them enhance their skills, teaching them to manage their time with team practice&studies, top care for their horses, etc.

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA

Some College (No Degree) from Special Education

University Overview

member on the girls rodeo team winning the southern region and competing at the college national finals

Skills

  • Equine training techniques
  • Horse handling and exercise routines
  • Horse diet management and equine nutrition
  • Injury prevention strategies
  • First aid treatment
  • Behavior analysis and assessment
  • Stable management and conditioning programs
  • Event preparation and race training
  • Logistics management for events
  • Record management and inventory management
  • Project coordination and scheduling
  • Client communication and support
  • Team collaboration and problem solving
  • Attention to detail and patience
  • Project management
  • Resource scheduling
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Equine management
  • Show preparation
  • Equine anatomy
  • Horse handling
  • Competition support
  • Stable maintenance
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Animal-assisted therapy
  • Therapy Animals Training

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  • My skills and abilities are a large variety, but definitely not limited to my recent job history. my life's trials and tribulations have also taught me a good amount of knowledge in many aspects of the world and work force. i am a very quick learner, a great team player with the abilities to take leadership role if necessary. my passion for animals is my obvious, but not my restrictions, i am capable of finding passion in anything that i am doing and enjoying. my multi tasking skills are one of my strongest attributes, along with my attention to details. i believe i am capable of just about anything i put my mind too. i have learned through my ranching up bringing and competing in rodeo from a young age to scholarships paying for my years in college, and having a very successful run in those years, that limitations are mainly manifested by yourself, with hard work, determination, belief, goal setting, and focus...along with numerous other things...that limitations to what one can achieve, become, acquire etc are kind of limitless. believing you can, you are a champion, you are ?? whatever you want to become, believing in yourself and your abilities is the first step to making your thoughts a reality. my reality is... i am capable of anything, and i would be a positive addition to your team, management, company...try me and let me prove it to you.

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 15 staff members.

Timeline

Assistant Horse Trainer

dh racing stables&farm
06.2014 - 01.2022

Assistant Project Manager

new ground resources
02.2012 - 01.2014

Teacher

valencia county schools
08.2007 - 05.2012

Hot Springs High

High School Diploma

ENMU

Some College (No Degree) from Psychology

McNeese State University

Some College (No Degree) from Special Education
Cresta Davisassistant trainer, project manager asst.