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Dayion Thornton

Cleveland Heights

Summary

Dedicated pet sitter with a proven track record at Family, ensuring pet safety and wellness through effective behavior monitoring and exercise. Skilled in grooming and feeding, I foster a secure environment while enhancing animal wellbeing. My strong communication abilities and commitment to care promote positive experiences for both pets and their owners.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Pet Sitter

Family
03.2024 - Current
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.

Tutor

Roxboro Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
  • Conducted tutoring sessions at schools, homes and public spaces.
  • Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.

Teacher's Assistant

08.2022 - 06.2025
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.

Volunteer

Roxboro Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2025
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.

Babysitter

Family
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.

Education

High School Diploma -

Heights High School
Cleveland Heights, OH
06-2029

Skills

  • Animal exercise
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Housetraining
  • Pet safety
  • Grooming and bathing
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Pet feeding
  • Pet sitting
  • Animal grooming

Timeline

Babysitter

Family
03.2025 - 03.2025

Pet Sitter

Family
03.2024 - Current

Tutor

Roxboro Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2025

Teacher's Assistant

08.2022 - 06.2025

Volunteer

Roxboro Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2025

High School Diploma -

Heights High School

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