Angela Puglia
Beaver Falls,PA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Keeper - Kid's Kingdom
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
07.2024 - Current
- Developed husbandry skills for Mediterranean miniature donkeys, Kune Kune pigs, alpaca, Nigerian dwarf goats, Valais black-nose sheep, bald eagles, California sea lions, barn owls, North American river otters, beavers, red-necked wallabies, gray kangaroos, and a variety of Australian aviary birds.
- Successfully trained old and new behaviors for California sea lions, Valais black-nose sheep, and Mediterranean miniature donkeys using operant conditioning.
- Assisted interns with training techniques and strategies for Mediterranean miniature donkeys and Valais black-nose sheep.
- Gained proficiency with keeping records and notes in the program ZIMS.
Animal Husbandry Internship - Kid's Kingdom
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Received training on the basics of animal husbandry for California sea lions, North American river otters, beavers, barn owls, gray kangaroos, red-necked wallabies, Mediterranean miniature donkeys, Kune Kune pigs, alpaca, Nigerian dwarf goats, Valais black-nose sheep, a variety of Australian aviary birds, and a variety of small domesticated animals.
- Learned the basics of training using operant conditioning, and successfully trained old and new behaviors for Mediterranean miniature donkeys.
- Gained experience in the basics of animal enrichment by providing it for the Mediterranean miniature donkeys and beavers in order to promote physiological and psychological wellbeing.
Server
Five Star Senior Living
07.2019 - 09.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to resident needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable dining experience.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on serving standards and best practices.
- Resolved resident complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Zoology and Italian Studies
Miami University
Oxford, OHTimeline
Seasonal Keeper - Kid's Kingdom
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
07.2024 - Current
Animal Husbandry Internship - Kid's Kingdom
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
06.2023 - 01.2024
Server
Five Star Senior Living
07.2019 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Zoology and Italian Studies
Miami University
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