Jazmin Byers
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Currently attending Tuskegee University, pursuing a career as a Marine Animal Veterinarian. Former employee at Sea Life Aquarium Kansas City, where I provided engaging animal education programs and promoted marine conservation efforts. On campus, I proudly serve as Co-President of "The Playmakers in Veterinary Medicine" and perform with the Marching Crimson Pipers, demonstrating teamwork, leadership, and dedication. I actively seek volunteer opportunities to expand my hands-on experience in animal care and environmental outreach. Recognized for a friendly and professional demeanor, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and a genuine commitment to advancing animal welfare and conservation awareness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Sea Life Aquarium
Kansas City, MO
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Educate guests on our animals and their well being.
- Educate guest on conservation importance.
- Educate guest on the businesses purpose.
- Answer inquires about our animals and mission.
Guest Services Associate
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Kansas City, MO
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Accepted payments and answered guest questions.
- Interacted with customer service team to deliver consistent, exceptional service to all guests.
- Engaged guests entering facility and offered to assistance with wayfinding.
- Inventory Stocking and made sales
- Operating Rides
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and offering personalized recommendations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pursuing Animal Poultry & Veterinary Science
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05-2028
High School Diploma -
Grandview Sr. High School
Grandview, MO05.2024
Skills
- Skilled Communication
- Livestock Handling
- Animal Handling
- Culling
- Educating
- Reliability
- Resilience
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Outreach
- Punctuality
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Goal Setting
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Peer Mentoring
Volunteer/Intern Experience
- Tuskegee College of Veterinary Medicine Large Animal
- Hospital- August 2025 - Present
- Reptile Shed- January 2025 - Present
- Harlem Comes to Cotton Farms- January 2025 - Present
- Storybook Farms - April 2025 - Present (on occasion)
- Wayside Waifs No Kill Animal Shelter- Dog Socializer (Sep 2022-Present) (on occasion)
- Christian Charity Church Pantry- June 2018 - Present occasion)
- Harvesters Food Pantry- August 2020 - Present (on occasion)
- Green Summit Animal Clinic (Intern)- January 2023 - June 2023
- Faulkner's Ranch- September 2022 - May 2023
- American Royal Shows- September 2022 - May 2023
- KC Scraps- October 2021 - May 2023
- Garden Cleaners- July 2020 - May 2024
Certification
- Published Writing in the Tuskegee University Review
- Next Gen Scholar
- Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Recipient
- Band Scholarship
- Lion's Cub Scholarship Recipient
- Honor Roll
- Award for most Community Service Hours Earned
Professional Development
- Attended MANNRS 39 Conference
- Attended Livestock Judging Competition
- Attended Meat Judging Competition
- Attended 135th Morrill Act Celebration & Spoke on behave of my University Program
- Attended Agriculture Future of America Leadership Conference
- Panelist for the TAPS Agriculture Professional Symposium
- Mentor for other Undergraduate Students
- Executive Board Member for Multiple Clubs
- Co-founded a organization called "SucSeed Fund" that financially Stimulates Youth Agriculture Education
- Ambassador for The College of Agriculture, Environmental, Natural Resource, and Plant Sciences
Timeline
Educator
Sea Life Aquarium
02.2024 - 08.2025
Guest Services Associate
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
05.2021 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Grandview Sr. High School
Bachelor of Science - Pursuing Animal Poultry & Veterinary Science
Tuskegee University