Leslie Castro
Montclair,NJ
Summary
Dedicated to effective policy, procedures and service updates. Successful at organizing, assigning and overseeing work with a disciplined management style. Work well with others and display leadership qualities while also being detail oriented and prioritizing quality for a potential customer.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog/Animal experience
01.2014 - Current
- Ensured the safe and controlled walking of dogs while following owners' instructions.
- Monitored behavior of dogs while walking to ensure safety of both the dog and passerby.
- Changed routes for daily walks as necessary to keep them interesting and stimulating for the dog.
- Maintained records of each walk including time, distance, duration, notes about the dog's behavior.
- Assisted with bathing and grooming dogs
- Responded appropriately to aggressive behaviors from dogs encountered during walks.
- Provided basic obedience training when requested by owners.
- Cleaned up after dogs during walks using appropriate supplies provided by owner or employer.
- Ensured that all leashes were in good condition before each walk began.
- Administered medications or supplements as prescribed by veterinarian when needed.
- Interacted with pet owners in a professional manner when discussing their pets' needs and care requirements.
- Observed surrounding environment for any potential hazards that could affect the safety of the pet being walked.
- Encouraged positive reinforcement methods while working with animals.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently while ensuring the safety of both the animal and themselves.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals during walks.
- Kept accurate records of services rendered including dates, times, distances traveled, fees charged.
- Scheduled dog walking services and collected payments from pet owners.
Clerking
VIP Canine Canine
West New York, NJ
06.2014 - 10.2024
- Assisted customers with inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained inventory levels of office supplies and equipment as needed.
Music Externship
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisting at a middle school with grading, answering questions, and running errands
- Maintained accurate records of student applications, placements, and evaluations.
- Monitored student progress while participating in an externship program and provided feedback.
Chemistry TA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Teacher's assistant for a sophomore chemistry class
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded coursework, exams, and lab reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided tutoring and guidance to students in Chemistry classes.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Assisted with the preparation of laboratory experiments, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
Education
Leonia High School
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quality Assurance
- Sales and Marketing
- Safety Monitoring
- Surface cleaning
- Customer Service
- Food safety knowledge
Community Service
-organizing books, cleaning, organizing CDs
-Helping at homeless shelters
Affiliations
- Stage crew manger for a year
- Costuming director
- Taught and did construction
- Helped plan and perform stage transitions
Accomplishments
- Stage crew manger for a year
- Made, bought, and organized the costumes for the actors.
- Taught and did construction
- Helped plan and perform stage transitions
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Music Externship
09.2023 - 10.2024
Chemistry TA
09.2022 - 06.2023
Clerking
VIP Canine Canine
06.2014 - 10.2024
Dog/Animal experience
01.2014 - Current
Leonia High School