Valeria Hernandez
Loxahatchee
Summary
Experienced and dedicated in horse care and barn management, with a strong background in animal care and youth supervision. Excellent communication skills and empathy, having worked with children of all ages, including special needs children, while ensuring smooth Barn operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Working Student/Groom
AMG Equestrian LLC
Wellington, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted with daily barn operations, including feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, and tacking up horses for lessons, clients, and shows.
- Prepared horses and equipment for riders while following proper horse care and safety protocols.
- Helped maintain a clean, organized, and safe barn environment.
- Communicated with clients, riders, and staff to keep lessons, schedules, and daily operations running smoothly.
- Assisted with organizing lessons, shows, and barn activities to ensure everything stayed on time and well managed.
- Helped track horse care needs, equipment, and barn organization to support efficient daily operations.
Camp Counselor/Trainer
4x4 Stables
Southwest Ranches, FL
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring smooth drop-off, pick-up, and safety.
- Provided dedicated care and tailored lessons for children with special needs, ensuring inclusion and support.
- Programmed and led games, team-building activities, and equestrian lessons for children and adults.
- Facilitated skill development in horseback riding and equestrian care.
- Communicated with parents and ensured campers’ belongings were organized.
- Maintained cleanliness of stables and ensured optimal conditions for horses.
Education
Associate of Arts - Animal Science
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05-2027
Skills
- Excellent communication with clients, parents, and colleagues
- Strong patience and empathy, especially in working with children and individuals with special needs
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Adaptable and open to learning new skills quickly
- Organized and dependable in managing schedules, tasks, and responsibilities
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Working Student/Groom
AMG Equestrian LLC
01.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor/Trainer
4x4 Stables
06.2019 - 08.2024
Associate of Arts - Animal Science
Palm Beach State College