Destiny Beltz

List of animals I have experience with/owned:

• Leopard Geckos
• Tree Frogs (light experience)
• Parakeets (light experience)
• Ferrets
• Small Variety of Freshwater fish
• Cats, as well as cats with mild Cerebellar Hypoplasia aka Wobbly Cat Syndrome
• Dogs including dogs with behavioral problems/abused history/reactive

• Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
• Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
• Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
• Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
• Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
• Managed schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely transportation to extracurricular activities while maintaining open communication with parents regarding scheduling needs.
• Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
• Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
• Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
• Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
• Communicated positively with children and guardians.
• Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
• Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
• Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
• Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
• Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
• Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
• Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

• Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
• Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by communicating with veterinarians or pet owners immediately when necessary.
• Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
• Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
• Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
• Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.

• Increased animal socialization by engaging in regular playtime sessions with both dogs and cats at the shelter.
• Ensured a safe environment for volunteers by following established protocols regarding animal handling and safety measures.
• Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
• Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.