Finley Witzke
State College,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Adheres to kind and compassionate approach when dealing with discipline issues. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Sitter
Multiple Families
12.2022 - Current
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Attended consultations and met with pets and pet guardians to obtain guidelines and protocol for care.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Fed, walked, played with, and cared for dogs and cats during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Followed optimal schedules for animals as set by owners or supervisors.
- Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles, and other animals to protect safety.
- Monitored weather conditions before walks to avoid dangerous temperatures for dogs.
- Recorded activities to keep owners fully informed on pet exercise.
- Spent quality time with pets beyond strictly required time for feeding and walking.
- Took care of 2 cats and 2 dogs in a single household.
Babysitter
Various Families
05.2018 - Current
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Worked with families with different numbers of children, building required skill sets for supervising up to 5 children at once.
- Worked with children ages 2-12.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime routine.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
Teacher's Assistant
The Delta Program High School
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development.
- Taught full lessons to a class of 20 students.
- Wrote and proctored 20-question quizzes in lead teacher's absence.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Student Volunteer
For Good Dance Troupe
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Cultivated safe space for approximately 20 dancers and other volunteers.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Delta Program High School
State College06.2023
Skills
- Schedule Coordination and Management
- Positive Attitude
- Honest and Trustworthy
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Pet Sitter
Multiple Families
12.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
The Delta Program High School
08.2022 - 01.2023
Student Volunteer
For Good Dance Troupe
09.2019 - 12.2022
Babysitter
Various Families
05.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
The Delta Program High School
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