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Marissa Garcia

Boerne,TX

Summary

Organized and hardworking student with history of working with people in a professional manner. Skilled in adapting to new challenges and situations along with working under pressure. Eager to further develop knowledge in psychology and work towards professional goals such as clinical mental health counseling.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Pet Sitter

Self Employed Services
09.2018 - Current
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.

Sales Associate

Hot Topic
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Earned Employee of the Month award

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M University- San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Tom C. Clark High School
San Antonio, TX
06.2019

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • JMP
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Time Management
  • Honesty and Dependability
  • Reading Comprehension and Writing

Accomplishments

  • Earned membership in the National Honor Society program at Tom C. Clark High School in 2017
  • Achieved Leadership Position as Executive Officer in the AFJROTC program at Tom C. Clark High School in 2018
  • Earned membership in the Societe Honoraire de Francais (French National Honor Society) in 2018
  • Earned Employee of the Month award at Hot Topic in 2018
  • Earned a spot on the Dean's List at Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi for the Spring 2021 semester
  • Earned membership in the International Honor Society in Psychology Chapter at Texas A&M University- San Antonio in the Fall 2022 semester

Timeline

Pet Sitter

Self Employed Services
09.2018 - Current

Sales Associate

Hot Topic
06.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M University- San Antonio

High School Diploma -

Tom C. Clark High School
Marissa Garcia