Jodi Junkins
Fontana, CA *****
ad19jq@r.postjobfree.com
Teaching is my passion, from academic subjects to canine obedience to health and fitness. I love the light bulb moment!
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Pet Training Instructor
PetSmart - San Bernardino, CA
November 2013 to Present
• Increased sales by 40%.
• Taught group obedience classes from Puppy and Beginner through Advanced, which prepares dogs to pass the AKC's Canine Good Citizen exam.
• Introduced Therapy Dog Certification Preparation classes.
• Engaged Pet Parents in behavior modification to meet individual challenge
• Mentored trainers new to the department.
• Initiated ASL interpretive services to Deaf Pet Parents. Tutor
Thrive Academics, Inc. - Orange County, CA
October 2021 to June 2023
Tutored children grades 2-8 in all facets of Mathematics and English Language Arts. Taught students one-on-one, for 30 or 60 minutes at a time, via Zoom. Brought >75% up to or exceeding grade level.
Tutor
A+ Tutoring Center - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
September 2013 to April 2016
• Administered placement, mid-term, and end of term tests.
• Generated and executed curricula and lesson plans.
• Conceived hands-on projects for engaging students in appropriate mastery of concepts and their manifestation.
• Produced fleshed-out lessons and demonstrations of concepts in mathematics, sciences, literature, and history for grades 3-9.
• Introduced Speech and Debate offerings to middle school students. Fitness Technician and Weight-Loss Coach
Curves For Women - Fontana, CA
September 2007 to September 2013
• Doubled conversion of contacts to appointments.
• Led membership sales, earning top saleswoman 75% of weeks worked.
• Trained and mentored new staff members.
• Evaluated new members' fitness and body fat, creating goals and getting them onboard.
• Individualized heart-rate target, weight goal, and fitness routine based on member's age, fitness level, and existing health issues.
• Introduced members to the program, ensuring safety and proper use of the machines.
• Taught weight-loss and yoga classes.
• Coached members in behavior modification.
Tutor
The Academic Advantage - San Bernardino, CA
March 2013 to May 2013
• Increased students' test scores by an average of 35 points in six weeks.
• Improved parent involvement and satisfaction in families served. Education
Associate in Chemistry
Olney Central College - Olney, IL
Skills
• Tutoring (10+ years)
• Dog training (9 years)
• Health coaching (7 years)
• Membership sales (10+ years)
• Coaching physical skills (10+ years)
• Customer service (10+ years)
• Dog handling (10+ years)
• Classroom experience
• Tutoring
• Lesson planning
Certifications and Licenses
Accreditation in Dog Training
May 2014 to Present
Guard Card
September 2023 to September 2024
CA Guard card and the required 40 hours supplemental training