Emily White
Katy
Summary
Responsible and detail-oriented college student obtaining a Bachelor's degree in psychology and pursuing a career as a behavior technician. Has extensive experience with principles of positive reinforcement and an in-depth understanding of using classical and operant conditioning to alter and adjust behaviors.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Puppy Raiser
Patriot Paws
College Station, United States
08.2022 - Current
- Provide daily care for a service dog in training, including housing, feeding, training, exercise, and socialization.
- Work with Patriot PAWS trainers to form and implement a training plan based on positive reinforcement for a service dog in training.
- Monitor service dog in training for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicate concerns to Patriot PAWS trainers.
- Communicate on at least a weekly basis with Patriot PAWS trainers about the progress and health of the service dog in training.
- Keep weekly and monthly logs documenting the health and progress of the service dog in training.
- Provide daily training sessions and public outings for socialization.
House Assistant
The Lange Family
College Station, TX
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Helped clients maintain an orderly living space by organizing personal items according to their preferences.
- Assisted with caring for pets (dogs, cats, chickens) while clients were at work.
- Provided basic cleaning services, including wiping down counters and tables, vacuuming floors, mopping tile and wooden floors, and tidying kids' rooms.
- Communicated clearly with clients about scheduling and care of the house and animals while working.
Dog Training Intern
Canine Initiative Training
Houston, TX
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Applied principles of positive reinforcement to training a variety of dog breeds.
- Communicated with clients about the progress of their dogs and what behaviors were being targeted.
- Assisted with client training sessions to explain training techniques.
- Tended to the daily needs of the dogs while they were attending training, including potty breaks, food, and water.
- Kept detailed notes on dog behavior and uploaded daily updates to a client profile.
Pet Sitter
Self Employed
Katy, United States
06.2019 - Current
- Prepare food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Give animals proper attention to promote a secure environment in the owner's absence.
- Clean out and scoop litter trays and food and water bowls to provide a clean environment for pets.
- Exercise animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicate professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Provide updates on pet behavior and well-being with pet owners.
Kennel Technician
Katy Pet Spa and Retreat
Katy, United States
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for animals and clients.
- Implemented regular feeding and bathroom schedules for boarding dogs based on the request of clients.
- Monitored dog play groups for appropriate dog behavior and safe play.
- Assisted with grooming clients, including bathing and drying, brushing, nail trims, ear cleaning, and shaving paw pads and sanitary areas.
- Provided high-quality customer service through basic receptionist/front desk responsibilities, including answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and checking clients in and out.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2025
High School Diploma -
Cinco Ranch High School
Katy, TX05.2022
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Leadership in Group Settings
- Time Management
- Creativity and Flexibility
- Patience and Consistency
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Basic Customer Service
Timeline
House Assistant
The Lange Family
08.2024 - 05.2025
Dog Training Intern
Canine Initiative Training
05.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer Puppy Raiser
Patriot Paws
08.2022 - Current
Kennel Technician
Katy Pet Spa and Retreat
06.2020 - 02.2021
Pet Sitter
Self Employed
06.2019 - Current
Bachelor's of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
Cinco Ranch High School