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Megan Wilcox

Orangevale

Summary

Highly-motivated and hardworking employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Excellent work ethic, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly understanding new skills. Current college student searching for flexible part-time employment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapy Volunteer

Xenophon Therapeutic Riding Center
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Learned proper horse-handling techniques, as well as how to work with riders safely and effectively.
  • Assisted physical therapists in providing rehabilitative services to patients.
  • Implemented safety guidelines and emergency procedures at all times while working with horses and riders.
  • Paired rider with equine partner for lessons based on temperament, personality and experience.
  • Provided encouragement and support to motivate patients throughout their rehabilitation process.
  • Instructed participants on balanced riding fundamentals essential to rider and horse safety.
  • Assessed client's performance throughout their program to measure progress towards established goals.

Pet Sitter

2024 - Current
  • Built trust with clients by consistently demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in all aspects of pet care provision.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.


  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.


Lessons Associate / Stablehand

Frost Equestrian
08.2024 - Current


  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback on their performance during lessons.
  • Explained safety rules, regulations and guidelines to all participants prior to each lesson.
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons and projects.
  • Created lesson plans to teach riding fundamentals, such as balance, steering, and control of the horse.
  • Observed riders while they were mounted on a horse to ensure safety at all times.
  • Instructed clients in basic horsemanship skills such as grooming, tacking up, and riding techniques.
  • Provided assistance in selecting appropriate tack for individual horses and riders.
  • Assisted in tacking up horses before riding lessons or competitions.



  • Assisted with grooming of horses before and after rides.
  • Observed behavior patterns of the horses in order to identify potential issues.
  • Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
  • Prepared horses for travel.
  • Organized and cleaned barns, stables, and other farm structures regularly.
  • Exercised horses on a regular basis in accordance with instructions from trainers.
  • Inspected hooves daily for any signs of infection or damage.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading animals from trailers safely.
  • Assisted with feeding, mucking stalls and turnout of horses.

Tutor

  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.

Education

Associate of Arts - ASL-English Interpreter Prep

American River College
Sacramento, CA
12-2027

Skills

  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Innovative problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Quick learner
  • Supportive listening

Languages

American Sign Language
Professional Working

Timeline

Lessons Associate / Stablehand

Frost Equestrian
08.2024 - Current

Physical Therapy Volunteer

Xenophon Therapeutic Riding Center
08.2021 - 06.2022

Pet Sitter

2024 - Current

Tutor

Associate of Arts - ASL-English Interpreter Prep

American River College

References

References available upon request.

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