Rachel Schafler
Floral Park,NY
Summary
Optimistic and personable individual enthusiastic about meeting new people. Strong presentation skills and real go-getter. Excellent public speaking skills and knowledge of animal habitats, husbandry and behaviors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wildlife Educator
The Nature Company
02.2022 - Current
- Enhance wildlife education programs by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive presentations and tailored lesson plans.
- Deliver informative and entertaining wildlife presentations to Pre-K through sixth grade audiences, fostering appreciation for animals.
- Design interactive exhibits showcasing species, enhancing public understanding of their ecological roles.
- Manage live animal collections used in educational programs, ensuring proper care and handling protocols are followed.
- Create visually appealing promotional materials to advertise upcoming wildlife education events.
Exhibit Assistant
Museum Of Natural History
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided insect and reptile husbandry in Butterfly Vivarium and lab.
- Preformed exhibit maintenance.
- Skilled in Lepidoptera identification.
- Complied with USDA guidelines for reporting and containment of butterflies in vivarium and lab.
- Processed pupae shipments.
- Educated educated guests on butterfly habitats, lifecycle and identification.
Children's Zoo Associate
Wildlife Conservation Society
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Delivered excellent animal care, adhering to the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and APHIS USDA standards in Children's Zoo and Butterfly Garden.
- Provided daily husbandry, monitoring, and enrichment of exotic and domestic animals.
- Appropriately discarded diseased Lepidoptera.
- Observed and logged nesting behavior for birds within Butterfly Garden.
- Handled shipments, chrysalises and emerged butterflies as directed.
- Skilled in animal handling multiple species including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
- Prepared and delivered diets to carnivores, herbivores and omnivores.
- Educated visitors on animal collections.
Zookeeper
Wildlife Conservation Society
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Improved animal welfare by implementing enrichment programs and providing specialized diets for various species.
- Participated in Wild Animal Encounters Program by educating guests while keeping ambassador animals calm and safe.
- Maintained safe and clean exhibit areas for animals through regular upkeep and sanitation procedures.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to administer medications for optimal animal care.
- Developed strong bonds with individual animals through positive reinforcement training techniques, promoting trust and cooperation.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell05.2011
Skills
- Teaching Strategies
- Public Outreach
- Wildlife Identification
- Animal Husbandry
- Behavioral Observation
- Data Collection
- Scientific Writing
- Animal Behavior Knowledge
- Environmental Education
- Team Collaboration
- Puppetry
Certification
- Registered Dietitian - 2014-2019
Timeline
Wildlife Educator
The Nature Company
02.2022 - Current
Exhibit Assistant
Museum Of Natural History
12.2021 - 04.2022
Zookeeper
Wildlife Conservation Society
10.2020 - 02.2021
Children's Zoo Associate
Wildlife Conservation Society
08.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Queens College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
University of Massachusetts Lowell
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