- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Acting and Theater
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Interior Design
- Dancing
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Animal Care
- Photography
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Lyda Smith
Nashville
Summary
Dedicated volunteer with strong skills in compassionate communication and time management. Experienced in animal care and support, ensuring comfort and cleanliness for shelter residents.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Nashville Humane Association
Nashville, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily animal care, ensuring cleanliness and comfort for shelter residents.
- Observed animal behavior to identify health issues and communicated findings to veterinarians.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
- Assisted in the successful adoption of animals by maintaining clean and inviting living spaces for potential adopters to visit.
- Contributed to a positive shelter environment with thorough cleaning and sanitation of animal enclosures.
- Promoted positive relationships between shelter animals and visitors by supervising interactions in designated areas to foster potential adoptions.
Teacher's Assistant
FRA School of Dance
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Supported classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new dance styles and techniques.
- Provided individual attention to students, enhancing their skills and confidence in dance.
- Improved student performance by closely monitoring progress and adjusting teaching methods to accommodate individual needs.
- Demonstrated proper technique for various dance styles, enabling students to emulate correct form effectively.
- Assisted lead teacher in choreographing routines for school performances, resulting in engaging and memorable shows.
Grocery Bagger
Publix Grocery Store
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted customers with bagging groceries efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline bagging processes during peak hours.
- Provided exceptional customer service by ensuring satisfaction with bagged items.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards while handling food items during bagging process.
- Assisted customers with carrying heavy bags to their vehicles, enhancing overall service quality.
- Collected carts from parking lot and designated return locations.
- Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area by regularly disposing of trash and wiping surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Road Academy
Nashville, TN05-2027
Skills
- Kennel care
- Compassionate communication
- Animal fostering
- Patience and tolerance
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Infant care experience
- Licensed driver
- Potty training assistance
- Cleaning and organizing
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Special needs experience
- Active listening
Interests
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Nashville Humane Association
08.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
FRA School of Dance
08.2023 - 05.2025
Grocery Bagger
Publix Grocery Store
06.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Franklin Road Academy