Sofia McTaggart
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated and hard-working, experienced pet sitter, previous research assistant under Professor Ira Wells at the University of Toronto, and previous agricultural worker at Riverbend Gardens. Excels in client communication, outdoor work, and research skills, delivering insightful academic contributions and superior pet care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time Pet Sitter + Dog Walker
Various Employers
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Cared for pets by providing food, water, and companionship during visits.
- Offered playtime and stimulation to keep pets engaged and happy.
- 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.
Research Assistant
Professor Ira Wells
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Helped head of the project, Professor Ira Wells, to complete his book by creating a cumulative report on Margaret Atwood's drafts, email correspondences, and collected newspaper clippings. Report provided insight into the authorial process, publication, and promotion of Atwood's novel, The Year of the Flood. (Scholars-in-Residence 2024 at the University of Toronto.)
- Presented research findings at academic conferences to share knowledge and foster discussions within the community.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Worker at Riverbend Gardens Vegetable Farm
Janelle and Aaron Herbert
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Weeded, picked vegetables, washed vegetables, bagged and sorted vegetables, and delivered vegetables to various locations (CSA).
- Sold vegetables at various farmers markets on the weekends, engaged with customers and dealt with money.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy Specialist
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON05-2026
High School Diploma -
Sir Frederick Banting
London, ON 06-2022
Skills
- Honest and trustworthy
- Positive attitude
- Punctual and reliable
- Outdoor work
- Pet sitting
- Customer service
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Client communication
- Research skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Research Assistant
Professor Ira Wells
05.2024 - 06.2024
Part Time Pet Sitter + Dog Walker
Various Employers
09.2022 - 08.2024
Worker at Riverbend Gardens Vegetable Farm
Janelle and Aaron Herbert
07.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy Specialist
University of Toronto
High School Diploma -
Sir Frederick Banting
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