Malaya Anthony-Scott
Bakersfield
Summary
Devoted animal shelter intern experienced providing compassionate care to animals. Skilled in handling and feeding animals, providing enrichment activities and supporting highest standards of animal care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Aquarium Of The Pacific
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading outreach events.
- Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Intern
City Of Bakersfield Animal Shelter
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
- Assisted in the successful adoption of animals by maintaining clean and inviting living spaces for potential adopters to visit.
- Supported shelter operations by assisting with intake procedures, including conducting initial assessments and recording relevant information about incoming animals.
- Increased animal socialization by engaging in regular playtime sessions with both dogs and cats at the shelter.
- Assisted veterinarians during medical examinations and routine procedures, contributing to the overall health and well-being of shelter animals.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
- Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.
- Helped with intake of newly surrendered animals, providing food, water and medical attention.
Babysitter
Jo'Ann & Kristine
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Dance Teacher's Assistant
Thorner Elementary
12.2023 - Current
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Taught Hip Hop dance classes for afterschool students.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques.
- Assessed student progress regularly to identify students needing individualized help, provide feedback and select suitable material for dancers.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05.2025
High School Diploma -
West High School
Bakersfield, CA05.2023
Certificate of Completion - Veterinary Technology
Regional Occupation Center
Bakersfield, CA05.2023
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement
Career Technical Education Center
Bakersfield, CA05.2022
Skills
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Organizational skills
- Animal Care
- Tick Removal
- Animal Handling
- Pet Grooming
- Animal Feeding
- Attention to Detail
- Animal Transport
- Veterinary Support
- Animal Photography
- Animal Enrichment
- Problem Identification
- Animal Grooming
- Animal Observations
Timeline
Dance Teacher's Assistant
Thorner Elementary
12.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Jo'Ann & Kristine
11.2023 - 01.2024
Intern
City Of Bakersfield Animal Shelter
01.2023 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Aquarium Of The Pacific
06.2022 - 08.2022
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
West High School
Certificate of Completion - Veterinary Technology
Regional Occupation Center
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement
Career Technical Education Center
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