Hi, I’m
Carissa Peckhart
2220 CR 79, Butler
Summary
Motivated pre-veterinary student seeking an internship in animal care rehabilitation to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed. Ambitious individual ready and willing to work hard seeking an opportunity to expand skills in animal care. Solid academic achievement paired with demonstrated commitment and integrity. Brings outstanding attention to detail, communication skills, and proactive mindset.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
USF Department Of Sciences
Biology Work Study
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
Cedar Creek Childcare
Teacher
08.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Kingdom Kids
Teacher
09.2020 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction by being promoted to Evening Manager.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Maintain a safe play environment
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Perform housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, dish washing, and changing of linens.
DeKalb Humane Society
Volunteer Animal Caretaker
01.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Fed and watered animals and spot-cleaned kennels to meet animal needs and maintain sanitary facilities.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Helped visitors to select and adopt appropriate animals based upon needs and requirements.
New Millenium Building Systems
Dispatch Clerk
05.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Tracked call logs and shift data to enter into computer system.
- Handled complaints and inquiries from public to resolve or report to proper department.
- Attended to caller to determine nature and location of emergency.
- Maintained contact with units on assignment to provide further assistance and support when needed.
Education
University of Saint FrancisFort Wayne, IN
Bachelor of Science from Pre-Veterinary Medicine
05.2024
University Overview
- Additional Coursework in Animal Nutrition
- Additional Coursework in Animal Physiology
- Trustee's Scholarship Recipient
- Legacy Scholarship Recipient
- How Fish Creek’s Livestock Waste Pollution Affects Harmful Algal Blooms in Lake Erie, Capstone Project: How the nitrogen and phosphorus levels found in livestock waste is directly related to the toxic algal bloom outbreak in Lake Erie.
- Eco Club Member
Eastside Junior-Senior High SchoolButler, IN
High School Diploma
05.2020
University Overview
- 2018-2020 - Honor Roll
- Chemistry AP Course
- Member of National Honors Society, 2018-2020
- Senior Student Government President
- FFA Member, 2017-2020
- Beta Club Member, 2017-2020
- 4-H Club Member and President, 2014-2020
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Punctual and Reliable
- Physical Stamina
- Flexible and Adaptive
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Biology Work Study
USF Department Of Sciences
10.2023 - Current
Teacher
Cedar Creek Childcare
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher
Kingdom Kids
09.2020 - 08.2022
Volunteer Animal Caretaker
DeKalb Humane Society
01.2020 - 05.2022
Dispatch Clerk
New Millenium Building Systems
05.2019 - 08.2019
University of Saint Francis
Bachelor of Science from Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Eastside Junior-Senior High School
High School Diploma
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