Rachel Zapata
Veterinary Assistant / College Tutor
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced with facilitating student learning and academic growth. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to engage and motivate students. Strong understanding of curriculum development and individualized instruction methods.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
College Tutor
Tutor Partners
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Increased student retention rates by providing ongoing support and resources for academic success.
- Monitored overall student performance data trends, utilizing the information to adjust tutoring strategies accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated with faculty members to identify areas of improvement for individual students and develop targeted action plans.
Veterinary Assistant Extern
Primary Care Animal Hospital
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Ensured that animals received appropriate medications under veterinarian supervision while carefully monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Assisted with cleaning the instruments that were used for surgery and I also usually always made surgery and dental packs.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Supported veterinarians in performing diagnostic tests, including bloodwork, blood pressure , and ultrasounds, leading to accurate diagnoses.
Tutor
Hey Tutor
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Company Overview: Los Angeles
- While working with this company I had the task of tasking the students from their class to go eat lunch/snack.
- From there when we would finish, all the students will line up in the cafeteria, go to the back room and back to homeroom to start the tutoring subject in math or english.
- I also had the opportunity to be a teacher assistant for a few weeks with this company.
- Los Angeles
Retail sales associate
Michael School Uniforms
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Education
Diploma of Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Science
California Healing Arts College
500 Carson Plaza Dr Suite 103, Carson, CA 9074606-2025
No Degree - Animal Science
University of California, Davis
Davis, CASkills
- Familiar with microsoft Software
- Using computers
- Familiar with data analyst
- Detailed oriented
- Knowledge of veterinary practices and terminology
- Can work in a busy environment
- Leadership
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant Extern
Primary Care Animal Hospital
02.2025 - 04.2025
College Tutor
Tutor Partners
09.2024 - 05.2025
Tutor
Hey Tutor
11.2023 - 06.2024
Retail sales associate
Michael School Uniforms
06.2022 - 08.2023
Diploma of Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Science
California Healing Arts College
No Degree - Animal Science
University of California, Davis
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