Margarita Garcia
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor. Friendly and personable group leader gifted in helping participants of all skill levels enjoy and engage in activities. Effective keeping everyone safe and events fun for all involved. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Recreation Leader 1 position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible Animal Caretaker skilled in bathing, grooming and general animal welfare management. Promotes good health with fun, safe and clean environments. Dependably carries out instructions and stays current on schedules. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Leader
The Town Of Apple Valley
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Enhanced participant enjoyment by designing and implementing diverse recreational activities and programs.
- Boosted community engagement by organizing special events, such as sports tournaments and cultural celebrations.
- Improved facility safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
- Ensured camper safety and well-being through vigilant supervision during all activities.
- Collaborated with fellow recreation leaders to plan and execute memorable summer events for campers.
- Developed strong relationships with campers, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Managed daily activity schedules efficiently, ensuring timely transitions between various programs and events.
- Provided support to campers with diverse needs through attentive care and individualized attention.
- Maintained clean and organized facilities by performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
- Promoted teamwork amongst campers through cooperative games, group challenges, and shared problem-solving exercises.
- Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication regarding their child''s progress throughout the summer program.
- Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
Assistant Pet Groomer
Angie's Mobile Pet Grooming
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing gentle and thorough pet grooming services.
- Assisted head groomer in efficiently completing daily appointments for improved scheduling and time management.
- Ensured a safe and clean working environment by maintaining grooming equipment and sanitizing workstations regularly.
- Developed strong client relationships, leading to an increase in repeat customers and positive reviews.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when trimming fur, nails, and performing other grooming tasks, resulting in well-groomed pets that exceeded owner expectations.
- Communicated effectively with pet owners to understand their specific grooming preferences and ensure satisfaction with the final result.
- Educated clients on at-home grooming techniques, promoting better pet care between salon visits.
- Managed inventory of grooming supplies, ensuring timely ordering of necessary products for uninterrupted service delivery.
- Adapted to various breeds'' unique needs, displaying versatility in skill set across diverse clientele base.
- Implemented creative styling techniques for special events or holidays, enhancing customer satisfaction with personalized services.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during the grooming process, minimizing stress levels for both pets and their owners.
- Built trust with nervous or anxious animals through patience and calming techniques, facilitating easier handling during the grooming process.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
Apple Valley, CA05.2023
Skills
- Instructional Coordination
- Disability Awareness
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Daily Reporting
- Safety Monitoring
- Safety Awareness
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Multitasking
- Event Planning
- Physical Fitness
Certification
CPR & First Aid Certified
Seal of Biliteracy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Recreation Leader
The Town Of Apple Valley
01.2023 - 07.2023
Assistant Pet Groomer
Angie's Mobile Pet Grooming
03.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
CPR & First Aid Certified
Seal of Biliteracy
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