Gisselle Houston
San Diego,CA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Zoological Specialist- Associate Aquarist
SeaWorld San Diego
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained and cleaned aquarium displays involving regular SCUBA dives.
- Managed feeding schedules for animals in designated zones.
- Elementary aquarium husbandry techniques including taxonomy, record keeping, aquarium filtration, aquarium theory and emergency procedures
- Maintained detailed records of dietary intake and health observations for a diverse animal population.
- Assisted with medical data entry into electronic animal medical records system (TRACKS)
Educator
Zovargo
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Delivered engaging, interactive, educational programs to audiences of all ages
- Provided education programs as a team with other educators
- Confidently handled many different species of animals and presented the animals for interactions
Associate Educator
SeaWorld San Diego
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of different marine species.
- Executed protocols ensuring safe encounters between guests and animals.
- Delivered conservation messages to diverse age groups.
- Assisted with closing and opening procedures of exhibits
- Lead summer camp activities while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science,Pre-Veterinary Science
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05-2025
Associate of Science - Biology
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA05.2022
Skills
- Medication Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Animal Observations
- Meal Preparation
- Treatment Administration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Policy and Procedure Explanations
- Public Speaking
Timeline
Zoological Specialist- Associate Aquarist
SeaWorld San Diego
07.2022 - 07.2023
Educator
Zovargo
06.2022 - 08.2022
Associate Educator
SeaWorld San Diego
06.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science,Pre-Veterinary Science
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
Associate of Science - Biology
Southwestern College