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Sidney Kahla

Nacogdoches,TX

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Summary

Prior Dynamic and detail-oriented student at the United States Naval Academy, adept at research and analysis. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative presentations and mentoring programs. Recognized for strong time management and collaboration skills, contributing to improved academic performance and a positive learning environment. Passionate about fostering growth and development in peers.

Work History

Dog Groomer

Alpha dog mobile grooming
07.2025 - 09.2025
  • Performed grooming services including bathing, brushing, and nail trimming for various dog breeds.
  • Maintained cleanliness of grooming tools and equipment to ensure safety and hygiene standards.
  • Assisted in customer consultations to determine specific grooming needs and preferences.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and repeat business through excellent service.
  • Monitored dogs' health during grooming sessions, reporting any abnormalities to pet owners.
  • Utilized breed-specific grooming techniques to enhance aesthetic appearance of pets effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve overall service efficiency.
  • Stayed updated on industry trends and best practices to continually refine grooming skills.
  • Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
  • Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the quality and consistency of grooming services provided.
  • Prepared pets for grooming by conducting thorough assessments of their coat condition, overall health, and temperament, ensuring an appropriate and safe approach.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
  • Educated clients on proper at-home pet care, strengthening their bond with their pets while promoting healthy habits between visits.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Mastered time management skills to balance multiple appointments throughout the day while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally to maintain a positive reputation.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, ensuring timely service delivery to maximize daily productivity.
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
  • Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and advances in grooming tools and products to provide top-notch services for all customers.
  • Contributed to business growth by offering personalized grooming packages that catered to specific breeds and pet sizes.
  • Collaborated with fellow groomers to share best practices, continuously improving overall service quality and efficiency.
  • Fed, walked and bathed animals.
  • Consistently ensured accurate record-keeping of client information, bookings, payments, and special requests for seamless business operations.
  • Supported team members during busy periods or staff absences, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to the company''s success.
  • Showcased expertise in various grooming techniques for diverse dog breeds, delivering exceptional results every time.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Increased client retention through effective communication and understanding of pet owner preferences.
  • Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
  • Broadened clientele base through successful word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to share knowledge and improve overall service quality.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage and replenishing supplies as needed, maintaining optimal stock levels at all times.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
  • Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
  • Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.

Student

United States Naval Academy
06.2023 - 04.2025
  • Assisted in research projects by gathering and organizing relevant data
  • Collaborated with peers to develop presentations and reports
  • Utilized various software tools for data analysis and visualization
  • Participated in team discussions, contributing ideas and insights
  • Enhanced communication skills through group assignments and presentations
  • Adapted quickly to new learning environments and academic challenges
  • Supported senior students in tutoring sessions, reinforcing subject knowledge
  • Managed time effectively to balance coursework and extracurricular activities
  • Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
  • Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
  • Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
  • Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
  • Utilized professor office hours to clarify topics needing elaboration.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through consistent communication about student progress and goals.
  • Championed a growth mindset culture within the classroom, inspiring students to embrace challenges and persevere through obstacles in pursuit of their academic goals.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to broaden students'' exposure to new skills, experiences, and career paths.
  • Increased student participation by incorporating group activities and peer feedback sessions.
  • Mentored struggling students through personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve overall teaching effectiveness in the department.
  • Expanded curriculum offerings by developing new courses based on student interests and industry trends.
  • Streamlined study group sessions for improved comprehension of complex topics.
  • Spearheaded campus-wide recycling initiative, significantly reducing waste.
  • Coordinated with faculty for curriculum improvements, reflecting latest industry trends.
  • Improved student engagement with interactive learning techniques.
  • Pioneered mentorship program, matching upperclassmen with underclassmen for academic support.
  • Provided tutoring in subject-specific areas, elevating peers' academic performance.
  • Optimized lab setup procedures, reducing preparation time for experiments.
  • Conducted academic research, contributing valuable findings to faculty's knowledge base.
  • Led academic projects to completion, ensuring thorough research and timely presentation.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Education

History

Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD

Waller Highschool
Waller, TX
05.2023

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Positive attitude
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Active listening
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Team collaboration
  • Active learning
  • Computer skills
  • Energetic and enthusiastic
  • Customer service
  • Basic mathematics
  • Team support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Ethical awareness
  • Research and analysis
  • Self-regulation
  • Reading comprehension
  • Performance improvement
  • Team development
  • Critical reflection
  • Research
  • Email and telephone etiquette
  • Digital literacy
  • Innovation skills
  • Study techniques
  • Safety procedures
  • Presentation development
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Conflict management
  • Social media platforms
  • Visual communication
  • Social media management
  • Note-taking requirements
  • Networking
  • Appointment setting
  • Document scanning
  • Call response and transfer
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Self-directed learning
  • Task initiative

Accomplishments

Competitive NPC wellness bodybuilder

Timeline

Dog Groomer

Alpha dog mobile grooming
07.2025 - 09.2025

Student

United States Naval Academy
06.2023 - 04.2025

History

Naval Academy

Waller Highschool

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