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Tamyra McCalister

Homestead,Fl

Summary

I am a ambitious student pursuing a zoology degree while focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets/goals. I've shown to be responsible and dedicated to animal care. I always meet animal needs with compassion and love for every creature. I offer excellent time management, multitasking and organizational skills. I am a reliable team member and want to take on challenging tasks to improve my skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Zookeeper (Tour Guide)

Zoological Wildlife Foundation
Miami, FL
02.2022 - 04.2024
  • Cleansed and disinfected animal enclosures, cages, and habitats.
  • Cared for animals with regular feeding and watering, social engagement and play opportunities.
  • Assisted with the training of animals for educational programs and shows.
  • Educated visitors on animal behavior, conservation efforts, and safety guidelines.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning up after the animals, replenishing bedding materials, refilling feeders.
  • Developed enrichment activities for zoo inhabitants that encourage natural behaviors.

Server

Red Lobster
Miami, FL
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials.

Sales Associate

Cutco
Miami, FL
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Completed online demonstrations about the product.
  • Handled inputting sales and private credit card information.
  • Gained expert knowledge of sales operations, market conditions, and trends.
  • Worked with managers to address problems such as low sales that week.
  • Collaborated well with team members to carry out daily assignments and achieve team targets by joining online weekly team meetings and communicating.

Volunteer

Miami Dade Animal Services
Miami, Fl
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • Volunteered over 100 hours with organization helping with dogs for adoption.
  • Used my communication skills to discuss pet adoption with potential owners.
  • Worked with other teens in handling dogs.
  • Satisfied customers every day with fast, friendly, and knowledgeable support for adopting and owning a pet.
  • Kept facilities organized, clean and well-maintained to best meet program needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Veterinarian Assisting

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
04-2023

High School Diploma -

Robert Morgan Educational Center
Miami, FL
06.2021

Skills

  • Excellent people/social skills
  • Excellent critical thinking skills
  • Creative thinking skills
  • Outstanding determination skills
  • Time management skills
  • Great Communication skills
  • Multitasking skills
  • Food Running

Timeline

Zookeeper (Tour Guide)

Zoological Wildlife Foundation
02.2022 - 04.2024

Server

Red Lobster
09.2020 - 09.2021

Sales Associate

Cutco
04.2020 - 12.2020

Volunteer

Miami Dade Animal Services
10.2019 - 10.2020

Associate of Science - Veterinarian Assisting

Miami Dade College

High School Diploma -

Robert Morgan Educational Center
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