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Kelly Thorpe

Manassas,VA

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Marine Mammal Assistant Volunteer

National Aquarium
Baltimore, MD
10.2024 - Current
  • Assist the marine mammal staff with behavioral observations of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
  • Prepare animal diets in accordance with USDA standards
  • Adhere to safety standards and follow protocols on sanitizing exhibit and equipment
  • Perform maintenance on dolphin exhibit in accordance with USDA standards
  • Interact with aquarium guests and tour groups by discussing the process of caring for the dolphins

Zookeeper Aide Volunteer

Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Washington, D.C.
09.2024 - Current
  • Work independently to prepare diets for a variety of animal species following specific nutritional guidelines
  • Assist in basic record keeping in compliance with AZA and USDA guidelines
  • Folllow zoo and industry standards to maintain a clean and healthy environment for the animals in the zoo's care
  • Observe and report notable animal behaviors or enclosure conditions to zookeeping staff
  • Maintain confidentiality with sensitive material related to animal health conditions
  • Engage with the public about animal care and well-being at the National Zoo as well as the Zoo's mission to save species

Rehabilitation Volunteer

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
Boyce, VA
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Handled, fed, and administered medication for a variety of wildlife such as reptiles, birds, and mammals
  • Practiced protocols for safe handling of wildlife species
  • Assisted veterinary staff by cleaning animal enclosures, medical equipment, and examination room
  • Maintained food logs and prepared meals for wildlife to ensure excellent animal health
  • Monitored and stocked hospital inventory and laundry
  • Set up proper enrichment in the enclosures

The Disney College Program Internship

The Walt Disney Company
Orlando, FL
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Operated cash registers that used a point-of-sale system and required handling of large amounts of cash
  • Provided friendly and professional customer interactions while using themed language
  • Prepared customers’ packages for shipping and delivery
  • Efficiently communicated with coworkers to provide the finest level of service to the customer
  • Used proper personal protective equipment to safely handle kitchen appliances
  • Utilized problem solving and creative thinking skills to ensure customers had the best possible experience

Volunteer Supervisor

Hope and Serenity Equestrian Center and Farm Sanctuary
Nokesville, VA
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Provided care for rescued and injured animals
  • Trained high school students with autism on proper animal husbandry
  • Ensured students understood their duties and delegated tasks while ensuring safety around the animals
  • Monitored student productivity by providing constructive feedback and coaching
  • Relayed pertinent information from upper management to students and vice versa
  • Set goals for performance and deadlines complying with the company’s plans and visions

Emergency Room Volunteer

Prince William County Hospital
Manassas, VA
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Prepared patients’ rooms before their arrival
  • Kept floor stocked with necessary supplies, equipment, and instruments
  • Assisted technicians with patient care
  • Managed the phones to effectively communicate information to coworkers
  • Provided patient transportation throughout the hospital
  • Labeled and organized patient specimens

Sales Associate

Family Christian Bookstore
Manassas, VA
09.2013 - 08.2014
  • Operated cash registers that used a point-of-sale system and required handling of large amounts of cash
  • Provided friendly and professional customer interactions
  • Efficiently multitasked while operating cash registers, stocking the floor, and managing the phones
  • Made sure the store was cleaned, properly maintained, and up to standards
  • Exceeded monthly sale goals

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
12-2024

Conservation, Biodiversity, and Society Program; Field Skills in Ecology -

Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation
Front Royal, VA
06.2024

Associate of Science -

Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
05-2022

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Fast learner
  • Computer skills
  • File and record keeping
  • Team collaboration
  • Types 45 wpm
  • Problem-solving
  • Goal oriented
  • Ability to lift 50lbs

Timeline

Marine Mammal Assistant Volunteer

National Aquarium
10.2024 - Current

Zookeeper Aide Volunteer

Smithsonian National Zoological Park
09.2024 - Current

Rehabilitation Volunteer

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
09.2023 - 12.2023

The Disney College Program Internship

The Walt Disney Company
02.2020 - 12.2021

Volunteer Supervisor

Hope and Serenity Equestrian Center and Farm Sanctuary
08.2018 - 01.2019

Emergency Room Volunteer

Prince William County Hospital
08.2015 - 01.2017

Sales Associate

Family Christian Bookstore
09.2013 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Biology

George Mason University

Conservation, Biodiversity, and Society Program; Field Skills in Ecology -

Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation

Associate of Science -

Northern Virginia Community College

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