Landra Free
Elba
Summary
Creative Horse Riding Instructor committed to instructional techniques encompassing equine knowledge, tack and riding skills. Engages students in activities designed for each developmental stage. Facilitates meaningful interactions between students and horses in supportive, educational environment.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Horseback Riding Instructor
5k trail rides
Elba
04.2025 - Current
- Instructed riders on proper horseback riding techniques and safety protocols.
- Assisted in preparing horses for trail rides, including grooming and saddling.
- Led guided trail rides, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for participants.
- Maintained equipment and facilities, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to create a welcoming environment for guests.
- Responded quickly to any emergencies or injuries that occurred in the barn or during lessons and rides.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during lessons and other activities involving horses.
- Assisted in teaching special events such as birthday parties or summer camps for children interested in learning about horses.
- Managed the daily care of multiple horses in the barn including feeding, watering, turn out, in, cleaning stalls, paddocks and administering medications as needed.
- Trained horses to respond to verbal commands and body language.
School Bus Driver
Coffee County Board Of Education
New Brockton
02.2024 - Current
- Safely transported students to and from school and events daily.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure bus safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding transportation issues.
- Maintained accurate records of routes, fuel usage, and maintenance activities.
- Responded promptly to emergencies while following established safety protocols.
- Collaborated with school administrators to adjust routes as needed for efficiency.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
Cattle Rancher
Self-employeed
Samson
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed daily cattle feeding and watering schedules.
- Oversaw pasture maintenance and rotational grazing practices.
- Conducted health checks and vaccinations for livestock.
- Participated in local livestock auctions to market cattle from the ranch.
- Operated farm machinery including loaders, balers, combines, mowers, sprayers, spreaders, tractors.
- Maintained records of breeding, calving, vaccinations, and sales activities.
- Conducted daily inspections of cattle to ensure health and safety.
- Identified problems with animals early on in order to prevent further complications or losses.
- Managed herd health through deworming and administering other medications as needed.
- Trained horses used in ranching activities such as herding or roping.
- Fed hay to cattle during winter months when pasture grasses were not available.
- Coordinated with veterinarians regarding animal health issues or treatments required.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Provided care for newborn calves by administering vaccines and performing necessary treatments.
Dog Groomer
Business owner
Samson
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Groomed various dog breeds using appropriate techniques and tools.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of grooming areas and equipment.
- Communicated with pet owners to understand grooming preferences and needs.
- Educated pet owners on proper at-home care techniques for their dogs.
- Trained new staff in grooming procedures and customer service standards.
- Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
- Handled cash transactions accurately when accepting payment from customers.
- Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sanitizing equipment after each use.
- Ordered additional supplies as needed to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Completed owner paperwork and obtained information regarding possible allergies, potential aggressive behavior, preferred food type and owner contact details.
- Consulted with veterinarians regarding the health conditions of dogs being groomed.
- Scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments for animals.
Dental Assistant
David Wilson dentistry
Enterprise
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted in patient preparation for dental procedures and examinations.
- Maintained sterilization of dental instruments and equipment per safety protocols.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments using practice management software.
- Collaborated with dentists to ensure seamless workflow during procedures.
- Supported the front office team with patient check-ins and insurance verification.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Lifeguard
Dothan city pools
Dothan
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Supervised pool area to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Monitored swimmer behavior and provided assistance during emergencies.
- Conducted regular safety drills and trained new lifeguards on procedures.
- Enforced facility rules to maintain a secure environment for patrons.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
- Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
- Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.
- Provided first aid care to injured patrons before paramedics arrived on scene.
- Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
- Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any issues that arose during shifts.
- Inspected recreational areas to satisfy cleanliness guidelines and remove debris.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Enterprise Community Collage
Enterprise , Al 02.2022 - 06.2022
Shiloh Christian Academy
Opp, AlSkills
- Horseback riding techniques
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Event planning
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Equine behavior
- First aid training
- Horse Care Knowledge
- Horsemanship
- Positive reinforcement
- Problem-solving abilities
- Professionalism
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Hardworking Love a job well done
- Dependable
- Disciplined
Timeline
Horseback Riding Instructor
5k trail rides
04.2025 - Current
Dog Groomer
Business owner
04.2024 - 05.2025
School Bus Driver
Coffee County Board Of Education
02.2024 - Current
Cattle Rancher
Self-employeed
04.2023 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Enterprise Community Collage
02.2022 - 06.2022
Dental Assistant
David Wilson dentistry
06.2021 - 05.2023
Lifeguard
Dothan city pools
04.2020 - 02.2021
Shiloh Christian Academy