Sowa Dog Trainer Resume
Education
University of Rochester Rochester, NY
Bachelor of the Sciences in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology May 2018
• Cluster in Sustainability
• Dean’s List 5 semesters
Teaching Experience
Lollypop Farm- The Humane Society of Greater Rochester Rochester, NY
Behavior and Training Team Member July 2018- present
• Diagnosed behavior issues and followed behavior modification protocol for dogs, cats, pigs, and small animals
• Taught group dog training classes 1-2 nights per week and provided private consultations to clients, using positive reinforcement in all training.
University of Rochester Biology Department January 2016-May 2018
Teaching Assistant
• Ran workshops and taught biology. Hosted review sessions, graded exams, and was available to provide help to students.
University of Rochester Club Softball January 2015-May 2018
President, Captain, and Founding Member
• Led practices, meetings and games, instructed new members, implemented initiatives to improve member retention
• Started with five members, grew to thirty and now play competitively in the NCSA league
Other Experience
University of Rochester Athletics January 2015-May 2018
Game Staff
• Kept score of all varsity sports games, interacted with and helped other members of the game staff, interacted with coaches and members of the sports teams. I was placed as the official scorer for games which requires rigid attention to detail.
Best Friends Animal Society Kanab, UT
Animal Care Intern Summer 2016
• Administered medications, fed and cared for dogs, cats, birds, wildlife, pigs, horses, and goats.
Creature Comforts Pet Resort Angola, NY
Guest Attendant Summer 2015/2017
• Cared for dogs and cats, supervised play groups, administered medications, walked pets. Trained to notice behaviors, talk to the public/clients, file paperwork, and be alert.
Certifications
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT) October 2019
Low Stress Handling Certified October 2019
CPR and First Aid Certified November 2018
Education
University of Rochester Rochester, NY
Bachelor of the Sciences in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology May 2018
• Cluster in Sustainability
• Dean’s List 5 semesters
Teaching Experience
Lollypop Farm- The Humane Society of Greater Rochester Rochester, NY
Behavior and Training Team Member July 2018- present
• Diagnosed behavior issues and followed behavior modification protocol for dogs, cats, pigs, and small animals
• Taught group dog training classes 1-2 nights per week and provided private consultations to clients, using positive reinforcement in all training.
University of Rochester Biology Department January 2016-May 2018
Teaching Assistant
• Ran workshops and taught biology. Hosted review sessions, graded exams, and was available to provide help to students.
University of Rochester Club Softball January 2015-May 2018
President, Captain, and Founding Member
• Led practices, meetings and games, instructed new members, implemented initiatives to improve member retention
• Started with five members, grew to thirty and now play competitively in the NCSA league
Other Experience
University of Rochester Athletics January 2015-May 2018
Game Staff
• Kept score of all varsity sports games, interacted with and helped other members of the game staff, interacted with coaches and members of the sports teams. I was placed as the official scorer for games which requires rigid attention to detail.
Best Friends Animal Society Kanab, UT
Animal Care Intern Summer 2016
• Administered medications, fed and cared for dogs, cats, birds, wildlife, pigs, horses, and goats.
Creature Comforts Pet Resort Angola, NY
Guest Attendant Summer 2015/2017
• Cared for dogs and cats, supervised play groups, administered medications, walked pets. Trained to notice behaviors, talk to the public/clients, file paperwork, and be alert.
Certifications
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT) October 2019
Low Stress Handling Certified October 2019
CPR and First Aid Certified November 2018