Katina Gerstein
* **** ******* *** **** to be a veterinary assistant!
Carson, CA 90745
adn05y@r.postjobfree.com
To utilize my work experience training and life skills to become a productive employee within a
veterinary care setting.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Stable Assistant
Rancho Rio Verde Riding Club - Long Beach, CA
January 2020 to December 2020
Volunteer Work. attend the stables and take care of horses.
Front Desk Associate
Youfit Health Clubs - Fort Lauderdale, FL
January 2016 to December 2017
learned about working in a gym and personal fitness training. Proper exercise techniques, how to achieve
personal health and fitness and maintain results long term.
Cashier/Customer Service
Dollar Tree - Chantilly, VA
September 2015 to November 2015
Responsibilities
cash register, reshop, price labeling, stocking and sorting
Cashier/Sales Associate
Five Below - Chantilly, VA
September 2015 to November 2015
Responsibilities
cash register, reshop, price labeling, stocking and sorting
Concession Stand and Floor
Cinemark Movie Theater - Centreville, VA
May 2015 to July 2015
Responsibilities
dealt with a lot of customers. handled a lot of money and sold a lot of products on a daily basis.
prepared a lot of food using a popper, fryer, oven and hot dog cooker. had to be familiar of products
and prices. had to follow proper safe food handling protocols and keep my work area clean at all times.
Accomplishments
Snack Bar Attendant
Skate N Fun Zone - Manassas, VA
June 2010 to August 2010
This was my first job. worked a summer job as a cashier and snack bar attendant preparing food for
customers. used a pizza oven, cotton candy machine, and fryer. had to be familiar of products and
prices. needed to follow proper safe food handling and keep my work area clean.
Education
Vocational Training in Nursing
Blue Ridge Job Corps - Marion, VA
2013 to 2014
Standard High School Diploma
Stonewall Jackson High School - Manassas, VA
2009 to 2013
Skills
* Cash Register (3 years)
* Food Preparation (1 year)
* Retail Sales (3 years)
* Computer Knowledge (6 years)
* Photography (1 year)
+ Microsoft Office Suite
* Child Development (4 years)
* Teaching (1 year)
* Music Therapy (4 years)
* Pet Care (6 years)
Awards
Honor Roll Highschool Scholar
June 2013
Graduated Top 22% of Class with a 3.36 GPA
Certifications and Licenses
TIPS Certification
July 2015 to July 2016
Bartender Training through Cinemark Theater
First Aid/CPR/AED
really enjoyed the people and fast paced environment worked with. get excitement from the rush
of customers. have learned a lot about customer service techniques that didn't previously know like
up-selling and suggestive sales.
Skills Used
use what have learned to provide a complete customer satifaction experience. At Cinemark we are
dedicated to making the movie experience memorable, one guest at a time.
Summer Preschool Assistant
Seven Oaks Academy - Manassas, VA
May 2014 to September 2014
worked as a summer preschool assistant dealing with children ages infant to 4 years. became familiar
with each individual child's needs as well as the parents concerns. learned a lot about the developmental
stages of different age groups. practiced the no child is left behind laws and treated each individual
came across everyday with the up most respect. feel attitude, knowledge, character and confidence is
important to instill at a very young age.
Customer Service
Walmart - Manassas, VA
October 2013 to December 2013
worked at Walmart for a seasonal position in customer service. used the cash register. also sorted
products and stock from returns/exchange and layaway. Walmart strives to give everybody a very family
friendly individual shopping experience.
1st Grade Teaching Internship
Tyler Elementary School - Gainesville, VA
September 2012 to May 2013
worked as a 1st grade teaching assistant as my high school internship to complete a 2 year employment
program. was involved with the learning of Mrs. Irvin's 1st grade class during math, science and
computer lab time. really enjoyed my time here in this teaching environment. If could choose any
professional job to go back to this one would be my first pick.
Stable Assistant
Rainbow Riding Center - Haymarket, VA
June 2010 to August 2012
attended the stables and assisted with 4-H therapeutic riding lessons. took care of horses.
Junior Staff Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club - Manassas, VA
September 2009 to May 2012
assisted with recreational after school activities. spent a lot of time with kids ages 6 years to 14
years. enjoyed going on field trips, managing sports, helping with educational needs and encouraging
our younger generation to be the best they can be. Behind the scenes did secretary desk tasks filing
paperwork for our sports teams, volleyball, basketball and cheer leading. also made outreach calls to
inform parents of their children(s) upcoming events or changes in their child's involvement at BCG. was
also an assistant Cheer leading coach during cheer season.
September 2013 to February 2022
American Red Cross keep up to date CPR/AED/First Aid Training up to date at all times
Assessments
Work style: Conscientiousness — Familiar
August 2019
Measures a candidate's tendency to be rule-abiding, well-organized, hard-working, confident, and think
before acting.
Full results: Familiar
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued
development in any professional field.
Groups
Classy Ladies
September 2010 to May 2012
Chosen as part of 30 girls from a 1,200 student body to represent as a classy lady for my graduating
class... Classy Ladies represent leadership, entrepreneurship and independence for exceptional young
woman achieving success above expectations.
Publications
Portfolio
March 2015
Experienced in photography, music and modeling, portfolio samples upon request...
Additional Information
have not worked for the last few years due to medical complications and major surgery. am now
in recovery and able to work. am most interested in working with animals or children. have a great
passion for the field. am enrolled at Long Beach City College studying today become a veterinarian.
I'm very experienced even at my young age due to extensive volunteer work growing up around
animals and working with my mother who has been a teacher for over 50 years.