-Head trainer for a caribou calf, moose, bald eagle, and grey wolf-Used operant conditioning techniques to train novel behaviors-Created and implemented a record system for training sessions-Completed daily husbandry tasks such as graining hoofstock, making diets, and cleaning enclosures-Assisted in administering injections and medications

-Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to train and upkeep husbandry, veterinary, and research behaviors for arctic ice seals (spotted 3.1 and ringed 3.1), Steller sea lions 3.3, and Northern sea otters 5.1-Participated in metabolic and photometric research projects with arctic ice seals-Provided public presentations and encounter experiences for harbor seals and Northern sea otters-Kept daily records for all training sessions-Managed daily food preparations for all animals… Show more -Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to train and upkeep husbandry, veterinary, and research behaviors for arctic ice seals (spotted 3.1 and ringed 3.1), Steller sea lions 3.3, and Northern sea otters 5.1-Participated in metabolic and photometric research projects with arctic ice seals-Provided public presentations and encounter experiences for harbor seals and Northern sea otters-Kept daily records for all training sessions-Managed daily food preparations for all animals including mammals and birds-Provided and tracked enrichment for all mammals-Water quality collection-Assisted in the rehabilitation of a walrus calf Show less

-Provided seasonal educational opportunities for school groups to learn about Alaska’s marine environment-Taught marine mammal adaptation courses-Served as a deckhand for multiple boats

Assisted in critiquing, correcting, and encouraging swimmers ages 4-18 during a summerleague swim season

Served as the Head Swim Coach for the Brightmoor Summerleague Swim Team in Matthews, North Carolina. I taught primary swimming skills while providing instruction on teamwork and leadership.