Elizabeth Rank
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Caring Dog Handler with 30 years of experience creating individual training programs to help clients manage pet behavior. Positive attitude and well-organized with strong knowledge of diverse dog breeds and temperaments.
Dedicated Dog Trainer committed to helping pet owners safely and humanely control pet behavior. Driven to improve owner and pet relationships by teaching new methods for interacting. Educated in many methods of training, always learning and absorbing new information.
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute teacher for grades K-8
Community Unit School District 47
10.2020 - Current
- Provide instruction according to teacher's plans in the absence of full-time teachers
- Support students in continuing their current coursework
- Provide positive feedback on behaviors in classroom, according to the PBIS framework
- Adhere to lesson plans and enforce expected behaviors in classes averaging 26 children.
Classroom Volunteer Grades 1-8
Community Unit School District 47
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Served as Art Mom, Party organizer, Craft Helper, and Reading assistant
- One on one reading instruction with children to review and emphasize current reading concepts
- Assisted with printing and preparing papers for teachers.
Founding member
Decoding Dyslexia-IL
01.2016
- Decoding Dyslexia is a grassroots organization of parents of dyslexic children
- We lobbied to have Dyslexia recognized in Illinois classrooms, and for the teaching of Orton-Gillingham based reading curriculum.
Dog Trainer/groomer/breeder
Self- Such Fun Miniature Schnauzers
02.1994 - Current
- Evaluated dogs' progress during training sessions, adjusting techniques according to unique temperaments and learning styles.
- Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.
- Observed dogs in various settings to determine behavioral concerns and problems.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
- Implemented puppy socialization classes that promoted early development of essential social skills and appropriate interaction with other dogs and humans.
- Instructed owners and dogs on basic obedience commands using different techniques to match dogs' drives for reward.
- Maintained clean training arena for group classes.
- Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
- Reduced dog behavioral issues through consistent application of positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of individual animals'' pedigrees, characteristics, and reproductive history for informed decision making
- Improved breeding success rates by implementing advanced genetic selection techniques and proper animal nutrition.
- Collaborated with other breeders to exchange information on best practices and advancements in the industry, continuously improving operations.
- Adhered to ethical breeding practices as outlined by relevant associations and regulations, ensuring the welfare of animals.
- Assisted in delivering newborns safely, providing necessary postnatal care to ensure healthy development of both mother and offspring.
- Monitored animal health closely, ensuring prompt medical attention and vaccinations to prevent diseases.
- Increased efficiency in the breeding process by utilizing state-of-the-art technologies like artificial insemination and embryo transfer techniques.
- Enhanced the overall gene pool by selecting superior animals for breeding and eliminating those with undesirable traits.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Provided specialty breed clips for Schnauzers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
National Louis University
Elgin, IL06.2025
Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavioral Science - Behavioral Sciences
National Louis University
Elgin, IL06.2012
Skills
- Collaborating
- Problem-Solving
- Reading Group Facilitator
- PBIS informed
- Business Management
- Best Practices Implementation
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Positive training techniques
- Puppy Culture breeder
- Goal Setting
- Staff Management
- Client Engagement
Volunteer Experience
- Community Unit School District 47, Crystal Lake, IL, 01/01/10, 12/31/20, Classroom Volunteer grades 1-8, Served as Art Mom, Party organizer, Craft Helper, and Reading assistant, One on one reading instruction with children to review and emphasize current reading concepts, Assisted with printing and preparing papers for teachers
- Decoding Dyslexia-IL, 01/01/16, Founding member, Decoding Dyslexia is a grassroots organization of parents of dyslexic children. We lobbied to have Dyslexia recognized in Illinois classrooms, and for the teaching of Orton-Gillingham based reading curriculum.
References
Cheryl McLure, Educator. Known for over 30 years. (847) 462-8931
Ken Kulas, Friend. Known for 10+ years. (312) 350-0196
Dale Miller, Miniature Schnauzer breeder and judge. Barsquare@aol.com- Email is best contact as she is hard of hearing.
Gwen and Glenn Bilek- customers (630) 258-9983
Timeline
Substitute teacher for grades K-8
Community Unit School District 47
10.2020 - Current
Founding member
Decoding Dyslexia-IL
01.2016
Classroom Volunteer Grades 1-8
Community Unit School District 47
01.2010 - 01.2020
Dog Trainer/groomer/breeder
Self- Such Fun Miniature Schnauzers
02.1994 - Current
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavioral Science - Behavioral Sciences
National Louis University
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