JAYDE BEAVERS
San Diego
Summary
Personable and organized individual with keen eye for detail and positive, upbeat attitude. Possesses strong communication skills and solid understanding of office software, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Google. Capable of enhancing team efficiency through effective coordination and administrative support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
San Diego Zoo
01.2022 - Current
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Enhanced visitor experience by providing educational information on animal species and habitats.
- Provided exceptional customer service, answering visitor inquiries and offering assistance when needed.
- Acted as a liaison between zoo staff and visitors, ensuring positive interactions throughout the facility.
- Managed crowd control during peak times, ensuring a pleasant environment for both guests and animals.
Sustainability/Environmental Education Intern
Living Coast Discovery Center
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Incorporated local environmental issues into lesson plans, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills in addressing real-world challenges.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities relating to environmental education best practices, enhancing personal effectiveness as an intern educator.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles, ensuring comprehensive comprehension of complex environmental material.
- Led hands-on learning experiences, such as composting workshops, fostering an appreciation for nature and sustainability among students.
- Composed final project regarding potential environmental risks in the form of micro plastics and how to determine appropriate solutions.
Docent
The Living Coast
09.2024 - Current
- Enhanced visitor experience by providing engaging and informative presentations
- Helped support Zero Waste efforts by volunteering during special events
- Assisted educators with curriculum development for school group visits, and summer camps
- Collaborated with other tour guides to provide comprehensive and enjoyable experience.
- Demonstrated superior professionalism while interacting with customers and vendors.
- Kept detailed records of Zero Waste inventories and visitor rates
- Contributed to the development of docent training materials, ensuring consistency among tour guides.
Professional Dog Bather
La Jolla Grooming Company
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to ensure safe and efficient operation of bathing stations, leading to fewer disruptions in daily workflow.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for all dogs under care, including any medical or behavioral issues that may impact service delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various breed-specific grooming requirements, ensuring proper care for each individual dog.
- Communicated effectively with team members, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that prioritized the well-being of each pet served.
- Scheduled dogs using software program Groomer I.O in order to insure accurate booking of appoitments
- Answered phones to communicate with customers to schedule appointments
- Reduced wait times for appointments through effective time management skills and efficient use of resources.
- Supported front desk staff when needed, taking appointments and answering client inquiries regarding dog bathing procedures and pricing options.
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to client concerns and addressing their pet''s specific needs during the bathing process.
Sales Associate
Mr. Bodhi's
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Psychology
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05.2020
Associate of Arts - Sociology
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05.2020
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Ability to work well with others in teamwork environments
- Problem-solving
- Skilled in Microsoft office 365, Google and Outlook
- Organization and time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Oral and written communication
- Excellent customer relations while maintaining professional attitude
- Strong work ethic and dependable
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- Research methods classes
- Statistics classes
- Co-author on paper: The Effect of Variability in Task Difficulty on Risk Preferences
- Co-author on paper: Canine Interaction on Mood, Memory and Affect
PRESENTATIONS
- Canine Effect on Human Mood and Memory – Visalia Ca
- Service dogs interacted with volunteers
- Volunteers were given three tests before and after canine interaction
- Wrote a full research paper (about60 pages) and gave presentation on project and findings
Work Experience
- After school Programs - Visalia, CA and Farmersville, Ca2014-2017
- Designed engaging student lesson plans
- Had a classroom of15-25 students
- Worked with students from K-12 and middle school
- Yearly training in effective teaching methods
Certification
- Completed Master Composters course at The Living Coast
Timeline
Docent
The Living Coast
09.2024 - Current
Sustainability/Environmental Education Intern
Living Coast Discovery Center
05.2024 - 09.2024
Professional Dog Bather
La Jolla Grooming Company
02.2024 - 09.2024
Sales Associate
Mr. Bodhi's
05.2023 - 03.2024
Volunteer
San Diego Zoo
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Fresno
Associate of Arts - Psychology
College of The Sequoias
Associate of Arts - Sociology
College of The Sequoias
- Completed Master Composters course at The Living Coast
Similar Profiles
Madeline BarrazaMadeline Barraza
Banquets Classified Lead at San Diego Zoo Wildlife AllianceBanquets Classified Lead at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Patricia CandelariaPatricia Candelaria
Banquet Captain at San Diego Zoo Wildlife AllianceBanquet Captain at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Sierra AndrewSierra Andrew
Educator at San Diego ZooEducator at San Diego Zoo
David MarquezDavid Marquez
Banquet Supervisor at San Diego Zoo Safari ParkBanquet Supervisor at San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Justin KizaJustin Kiza
Cashier at Jack in the BoxCashier at Jack in the Box