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Emily Sansom

Conway,AR

Summary

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.


Kind and attentive to a number of species, with several years of experience helping pet owners care for beloved animals. Dedicated to guaranteeing each dog gets necessary exercise and attention on each walk.


Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care.

Responsible Animal Caretaker skilled in bathing, grooming and general animal welfare management. Promotes good health with fun, safe and clean environments. Dependably carries out instructions and stays current on schedules.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Family
Conway, AR
01.2020 - Current
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ranging in age from six weeks to sixth grade.
  • Fostered close relationships with children by discussing school, friends and hobbies.
  • Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information in case of emergencies.
  • Traveled with families to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Made healthy snacks and meals for five children.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Assisted with housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Home dog grooming

Family Farm
Conway, AR
01.2019 - Current
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
  • Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
  • Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.

Diagnosing and treating farm animals

Family Farm
Conway, AR
01.2018 - Current
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Cared for livestock, including jersey cows, dairy goats, chickens, ducks, and dogs by regularly feeding and inspecting for illness and injuries.
  • Cared for livestock by feeding, watering, vaccinating and deworming.
  • Inspected for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Assisted in birthing of new calves and other livestock.
  • Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Used disinfectant solutions, brushes and shovels to thoroughly clean stalls, pumps and equipment.
  • Treatment of minor injuries and infections, such as bumblefoot, crop infection, and hoof infections.

Volunteer Riding Assistant/Horse Groomer

Sonrise Riders
Greenbrier, AR
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
  • Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
  • Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries.
  • Tacked up horses to increase control over movements.
  • Cleaned and brushed horses' coats to improve skin and coat and decrease health problems.
  • Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
  • Removed droppings, weeds and litter from fields to promote optimal riding environment.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
  • Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.

Education

No Degree -

Homeschool
Conway, AR
05.2021

Skills

  • Stall and Pen Cleaning
  • Disease and Infestation Identification
  • Dietary Needs
  • Critical Thinking
  • Animal Grooming
  • Dog Welfare
  • Parent Interaction
  • Skills Development
  • Creating Good Habits

Additional Information

I am a digital artist, as well as sketch artist. I enjoy playing with and training my four parrots.

Hobbies

I am a digital artist, as well as sketch artist. I also enjoy playing with and training my four parrots.

Timeline

Babysitter

Family
01.2020 - Current

Volunteer Riding Assistant/Horse Groomer

Sonrise Riders
06.2019 - 03.2020

Home dog grooming

Family Farm
01.2019 - Current

Diagnosing and treating farm animals

Family Farm
01.2018 - Current

No Degree -

Homeschool

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