KAYLEA SIMMONS
Pikeville,US
Summary
Animal Science major with bioscience concentration and extensive farm management experience, adept at leadership and teamwork. Passionate about agricultural science, having led research and organized educational outreach within university and community settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Manager
Big S Stables
- Current
- Oversaw daily care, feeding, training schedules, and health monitoring for Tennessee Walking Horses.
- Trained and showed horses in local and State shows, maintaining condition and performance readiness.
Animal Science Extension Intern
University of Tennessee
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated the planning and delivery of over 10 livestock and equine programs, including engaging 4-H events and dynamic educational outreach that reached over 300 participants, while developing impactful training materials and supporting successful state events.
Lab Assistant
University of Tennessee
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Collected and analyzed fertility, welfare, and behavioral data from breeder pens.
- Oversaw the daily care of research birds, ensuring optimal feeding and hydration, while meticulously observing and documenting nesting behaviors to enhance research outcomes.
- Assisted in writing abstracts for research conferences.
Aviagen Summer Intern
Aviagen
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted farm necropsies, investigating causes of culling and mortality.
- Gained hands-on experience in the day-to-day operations of rear and grow farms, including health monitoring and facility management.
- Developed disposal methods for HPAI for specific farms
Veterinary Assistant
Mountain Top Veterinary Services
06.2023 - 01.2023
- Assisted the veterinarian by performing diagnostic tests, checking in patients, monitoring surgeries, and cleaning instruments for surgical use to ensure efficient and sterile procedures.
Farm Manager
B & A Farms
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Mastered all operational aspects, including feeding, monitoring houses, employing staff, operating equipment, and performing repairs to ensure smooth farm management during staff absences.
- Supervised a team of over seven employees, providing mentorship and training to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Built a reputation for punctuality, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Bioscience
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2026
General Education - undefined
Chattanooga State Community College
TN01.2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Animal handling
- Creative problem-solving
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Operational Improvement
- Animal Husbandry
- Farm Equipment Operation
- Wordpress
- Data analysis
- Event planning
- Biosecurity measures
- Team collaboration
Certification
- OSHA 10-hour general industry safety (veterinary)
- 4-time River valley Ag-Credit Scholarship recipient
- 3-time Tennessee Poultry Association Scholarship recipient
- Dean’s list student for spring 2024 semester
- 2023-2024 National FFA Finalist, Poultry Production Proficiency
- 2025- Child Protective Training
ACTIVITIES
President of the UT Poultry Science Club active member of the Pre-Veterinary Club participate on the UT Horse Judging Team UT Poultry Science Club- President Active University of Tennessee, Pre-veterinary Association Gamma Sigma Delta Member Undergraduate Animal Science research student UT Horse Judging Team member
Timeline
Animal Science Extension Intern
University of Tennessee
05.2025 - Current
Aviagen Summer Intern
Aviagen
05.2024 - 07.2024
Lab Assistant
University of Tennessee
05.2024 - 05.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Mountain Top Veterinary Services
06.2023 - 01.2023
Farm Manager
B & A Farms
08.2015 - 08.2022
Farm Manager
Big S Stables
- Current
General Education - undefined
Chattanooga State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Bioscience
University of Tennessee