Ashlyn Thurman
Hixson
Summary
Flexible, hardworking individual ready to learn and contribute to team success. Passion for animals with proven ability to provide daily care; meet nutritional needs, cleaning of kennels, and exercise/playtime. Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to multitask. Detail oriented, devoted to providing quality work while meeting client’s expectations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receptionist
Barks And Recreation
03.2024 - Current
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
Dog Bather/Kennel Technician
Pawz-N-Clawz
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Performing bathing, nail trimming, sanitary cuts -Kennel tech: performing oral medication administration, feedings, logging of animal behaviors, keeping up with kennel logs, cleaning up & daily laundry
- Assist with Day play activities for 50 + dogs as needed -computer knowledge: entering and tracking of animal’s records, reservations, and bathing schedule
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
Daycare Teacher/Office Assistant
Wesley Kids
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Communicated with children’s parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and problems
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes, and letters
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental, and social development
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and progress.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
Dog Sitter
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Offered animals ample exercise opportunities through walks and play activities
- Feed animals twice daily and refilled water dish frequently with fresh supply
- Cared for pets during owner’s absences
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact
- Provided dog walking services and collected payments from pet owners.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abeka Christian Academy
Pensacola Beach, FL05.2020
Skills
- Punctual
- Great organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Reliable
- Classroom management
- Accurate record keeping
- Flexibility
- Appointment Scheduling
- Breed and Species Knowledge
Affiliations
- crafting
- working in the garage
- camping
- going on walks
Certification
- CPR and First Aid certified
Timeline
Receptionist
Barks And Recreation
03.2024 - Current
Dog Bather/Kennel Technician
Pawz-N-Clawz
09.2022 - 12.2023
Daycare Teacher/Office Assistant
Wesley Kids
04.2021 - 08.2022
Dog Sitter
02.2021 - 04.2021
- CPR and First Aid certified
High School Diploma -
Abeka Christian Academy
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