Mia Schaefer
Park Rapids,MN
Summary
Hardworking Barn Hand known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in animal care, equipment maintenance, and feed management. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth barn operations and optimal animal welfare. I have a real passion for taking care of animals and I’m interested in expanding into taking care of humans.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Barn Hand
Mike Monico
Park Rapids, MN
05.2025 - Current
- Fed horses and livestock according to daily care schedules.
- Cleaned stalls, pens, and barn aisles for animal health.
- Refreshed water buckets and checked feed supplies each shift.
- Turned horses out to pasture each morning and brought them in each evening.
- Assisted veterinarian with health checks and farrier services, ensuring safe handling of horses during care procedures.
- Monitored animals for signs of illness, injury, or disease to facilitate timely intervention.
- Administered medication to horses orally and IV
Horse training
Myself
Park Rapids, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Trained horses in self-employed horse training business using calm handling and clear cues.
- Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
- Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
- Developed groundwork exercises for young horses and problem behaviors.
- Assessed horse behavior and adjusted training methods for individual temperaments.
- Rode horses to reinforce commands, gait control, and rider acceptance.
- Exercised horses as needed to build fitness, balance, and responsiveness.
- Groomed horses and checked coats, hooves, and tack before sessions.
- Communicated with owners regarding progress and any changes needed to the training plan.
Education
Park Rapids Area High School
Park Rapids, MNSkills
- Horse care
- Barn sanitation
- Equine feeding
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking capacity
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
Timeline
Barn Hand
Mike Monico
05.2025 - Current
Horse training
Myself
10.2023 - Current
Park Rapids Area High School