Sarah Beasley
Casselberry
Summary
Compassionate Animal Care enthusiast with experience in providing high quality care to a variety of animals in both boarding and zoo settings. Strengths include knowledge of animal behavior, dietary needs, enrichment activities, and health assessment. Have contributed to improving overall animal welfare by implementing effective care strategies and programs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Animal Care Specialist
Miss Emily’s Bed and Biscuit
Orlando
04.2024 - Current
- Provide daily care and attention for dogs and cats.
- Monitor animal behavior and health, reporting any concerns to management promptly.
- Maintain clean and safe environments for all animals in the facility.
- Engage with pet owners, answering questions and providing updates on their pets' well-being.
Lifeguard
Lowe’s Hotels Universal Orlando
Orlando
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored pool areas for safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and performed first aid as needed.
- Enforced facility rules to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for guests.
Lead Animal Care Specialist
Preppy Pet Suites
Orlando
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided daily care for animals, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Maintained clean and safe environments for pets.
- Participated in training sessions for new staff on animal handling procedures.
- Trained new staff members on proper animal handling procedures.
- Organized play groups for socializing cats and dogs in order to reduce stress levels.
Resident Camp Counselor
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Tampa
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted campers with daily activities such as working zoo areas, animal tours, and field trips.
- Assisted zookeepers and campers in daily animal care and feeding routines for diverse species such as kangaroos, lorikeets, and more.
- Supervised daily activities for campers, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a positive atmosphere.
Education
Associate of Arts - Zoology
Valencia College
Orlando, FL 07.2020 - 01.2026
Skills
- Animal care
- Behavior monitoring
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Animal handling
- Public education
- Animal enrichment
- Compassion and empathy
- First aid response
- Public speaking
Timeline
Animal Care Specialist
Miss Emily’s Bed and Biscuit
04.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Lowe’s Hotels Universal Orlando
07.2023 - 11.2023
Lead Animal Care Specialist
Preppy Pet Suites
11.2022 - 03.2023
Resident Camp Counselor
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
05.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Arts - Zoology
Valencia College
07.2020 - 01.2026