Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Contessa Herrera

Rebecca Martello
Santa Barbara
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Adaptable and proactive individual with a background in animal care and customer service. Proven abilities in teamwork, time management, and effective communication, contributing to enhanced client satisfaction and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Work History

Pet Sitter

Rebecca Martello | 06.2026 - 06.2026
  • Provided attentive care for horses, ensuring safety and comfort during visits.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with pet owners through regular communication.
  • Coordinated daily activities such as walks, playtime, and feeding schedules for multiple pets.

Veterinary Assistant Intern

6 Months
Mother Lode Vet | 11.2025 - 05.2026
  • Assisted veterinarians in routine examinations and procedures, ensuring animal comfort and safety.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas, contributing to a hygienic environment.
  • Supported client communication by providing information on pet care and post-visit instructions.
  • Prepared surgical instruments and materials for procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.

FFA student

3 Years 4 Months
Nevada Union High School | 04.2022 - 08.2025
  • Developed strong time management skills through balancing academic workload and extracurricular activities.
  • Participated in collaborative projects, enhancing teamwork and communication abilities among peers.
  • Adapted to various learning environments, demonstrating flexibility in problem-solving approaches.
  • Engaged in school events planning, improving organizational skills and attention to detail.

Animal Caretaker

3 Years 4 Months
Nevada County Fairgrounds | 04.2022 - 08.2025
  • Provided daily care and feeding for meat goats to ensure optimal health and well-being.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal enclosures.
  • Assisted in monitoring animal behavior, identifying health issues, and reporting findings promptly.
  • Educated visitors on proper animal handling and welfare practices during events and educational programs.

Catering Server

9 Months
Nevada Union High School | 08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Set up dining areas for events, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
  • Served food and beverages to guests, maintaining high service standards.
  • Assisted in menu preparation and event planning with culinary staff.
  • Baked, Cooked, and decorated different varieties of food items and platters.

Babysitter

Bob and Natasha Brown | 04.2023 - 04.2023
  • Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout the day.
  • Played age-appropriate educational games and activities to promote learning.
  • Assisted with meal preparation.
  • Developed strong relationships with children and parents.

Community Service Volunteer

2 Months
Penn Valley Rodeo Grounds | 03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Painted advertisement signs which included the exact dates the Rodeo will be held.
  • Collaborated with team members to set up facilities for rodeo activities and events.
  • Engaged with community members to promote volunteer opportunities and gather feedback.

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Santa Barbara City College | Santa Barbara, CA | 05-2028

Skills

Customer Service
Teamwork
Fast Learner
Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
Time Management
Conflict Resolution

Certification

  • Serv Safe Certified
  • Serv Safe Manager Certified
  • Green Hand Degree in Agriculture

Timeline

Pet Sitter

Rebecca Martello
06.2026 - 06.2026Read More

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Mother Lode Vet
11.2025 - 05.2026Read More

Catering Server

Nevada Union High School
08.2024 - 05.2025Read More

Babysitter

Bob and Natasha Brown
04.2023 - 04.2023Read More

FFA student

Nevada Union High School
04.2022 - 08.2025Read More

Animal Caretaker

Nevada County Fairgrounds
04.2022 - 08.2025Read More

Community Service Volunteer

Penn Valley Rodeo Grounds
03.2022 - 05.2022Read More

Santa Barbara City College

Associate of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Contessa Herrera