Michaela Mohr
Tampa,FL
Summary
Experienced and adaptable zoological specialist with a strong basis in operant conditioning and quality animal care standards. Open to working with a wide range of taxa. Safety-minded and detail-oriented, dedicated to creating and maintaining a healthy work environment for both the animals in my care, as well as the people on my team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Zoological Specialist, Senior
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Tampa, Florida
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained high-quality animal care and cleanliness standards for large carnivores, pachyderms, nonhuman primates, and large crocodilians.
- Created and implemented operant conditioning-based animal training plans to improve the husbandry and well-being of animals in my care.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to ensure animal health and to administer medication as directed.
- Created and implemented goal-based enrichment for the animals in my care.
- Engaged with park guests to educate and spark a connection to the natural world.
- Held a mentorship role and assisted my teammates in their own professional development.
Animal Care Specialist, Associate
SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando
Orlando, Florida
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Ensured quality care for a variety of avian species, including tropical species, and cold-weather penguins.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping daily.
- Assisted in hatching and hand-rearing chicks into their adulthood.
Zookeeper
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
Gainesville, Florida
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Learned through hands-on training how to care for a wide variety of species, including birds, small mammals, ectotherms, and lesser apes.
- Built practical career skills such as basic repair and maintenance of habitats, animal diet management and creation, and collaboration-based teamwork.
Education
Associate Of Science (AS) - Zoo Animal Technology
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, Florida, FL08-2021
Bachelor Of Arts (BA) - Psychology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL04-2018
Skills
- Operant conditioning-based animal training
- Enrichment research and planning
- Veterinary collaboration
- Two-lock, two-key trained
- Record keeping
- Animal behavior assessment
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Feedback seeking
Timeline
Zoological Specialist, Senior
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
11.2022 - Current
Animal Care Specialist, Associate
SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando
08.2021 - 11.2022
Zookeeper
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
01.2020 - 08.2021
Associate Of Science (AS) - Zoo Animal Technology
Santa Fe College
Bachelor Of Arts (BA) - Psychology
University of North Florida