Abigail Parnell
Summary
Dedicated student with a solid foundation in animal care and client interaction, aspiring to become a veterinarian. Volunteer work and hands-on experience with animals have sharpened communication skills and fostered strong connections with pets and their owners. Committed to delivering exceptional service in environments prioritizing animal welfare.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Carambeck School-Age Program
Carleton Place, Ontario
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported staff in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
- Engaged children in recreational games and group activities daily.
- Helped supervise children during snack time and outdoor play.
- Participated in training sessions to learn safety protocols and procedures.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
Babysitting
Amy Rotondo
Carleton Place, Ontario
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed trusting relationships with both parents and child through consistent interaction throughout babysitting engagements.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided a safe and comfortable space for the child who could confide in me if need be.
- Cared for the child through meal and snack prepping, spending time outside, and playing indoors as well.
- Tended to the family's pets during babysitting hours, including feeding, taking outside for use of bathroom, playing with them, and insuring the space was safe for both child and pets while I was there.
- Cleaned space so it was tidy when the parents returned home
- Employment was throughout the summers of 2023 and 2024.
Education
High School
Notre Dame Catholic High School
Carleton Place, ONSkills
- I am gentle, patient, and overall comfortable handling animals I have experience caring for a hamster, cats, fish, a lizard, and I am especially comfortable around dogs, given I have two english bulldogs at home
- I have a strong understanding of pet’s needs and I am excited to learn more
- I am responsible and dependable, taking tasks seriously and following instructions carefully
- I have a positive attitude and I am always open to feedback that will help better my performance
- I pay attention to detail, keeping areas clean and organized so myself and others can thrive in a tidy space
- I am a friendly and helpful person, always striving to ensure that others are satisfied and that their needs are met
- I have great communication skills and am currently learning to speak and understand French fluently
- I am a very punctual person and manage my time well and strategically
- I work well within a team
Affiliations
Hiking, animals, reading, taking my dogs for walks outside, swimming, jiu jitsu, baking, spending time with family and friends, and studying biology.
Timeline
Volunteer
Carambeck School-Age Program
08.2024 - 08.2024
Babysitting
Amy Rotondo
07.2023 - 08.2024
High School
Notre Dame Catholic High School