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Maria Guerriere

COLCHESTER

Summary

Compassionate and experienced animal caretaker with background in providing care for diverse species in both shelter and veterinary settings. Skilled in delivering daily needs, medical support, and behavioral training to ensure well-being of animals. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while fostering positive environments for animals under care. Contributed to improving adoption rates through effective socialization techniques and health care management.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

Self-employeed
Colchester
09.2024 - Current
  • Created custom pieces based on customer requests, using a variety of crochet techniques.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure orders were completed on schedule, and deadlines were met.
  • Created marketing materials to promote events and upcoming designs.

Pre-Vet Intern

Wild Sun Rescue
Cabuya
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
  • Assisted with animal handling during medical exams and treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Cleaned kennel and offices areas by mopping, sweeping, and sterilizing equipment.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently.
  • Cleaned and maintained animal enclosures, habitats, and living areas.
  • Assisted in feeding and watering shelter animals according to dietary needs.

Horseback Riding Instructor

Showtime Stables
Moodus
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during lessons and other activities involving horses.
  • Responded quickly to any emergencies or injuries that occurred in the barn or during lessons and rides.
  • Assisted in the training of horses, including ground work and riding instruction.
  • Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
  • Assessed student needs in context of qualifications, limitations, abilities and interests.
  • Monitored student performance and offered feedback to support goal achievement.
  • Provided lessons to riders of all ages and skill levels.
  • Instructed students on proper horse care, grooming, tacking up, and saddling techniques.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bacon Academy
Colchester, CT
06-2020

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Animal handling
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Custom design creation
  • Event promotion
  • Marketing strategies
  • Animal care

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Danish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Small Business Owner

Self-employeed
09.2024 - Current

Pre-Vet Intern

Wild Sun Rescue
07.2024 - 08.2024

Horseback Riding Instructor

Showtime Stables
08.2022 - 05.2024

High School Diploma -

Bacon Academy
Maria Guerriere