NOËL KALENICH
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Degree in Sociology and a solid foundation in Biology and Music.
• Keen interest in World Culture, Continuing Education, and the Arts.
• Adept in conducting research, interviewing, report writing, and overall project management.
• Consistent record of exemplary academic performance and excels in a leadership role as demonstrated through various community service and charity work.
• Personable, enthusiastic, and articulate with a commitment to establishing and maintaining a positive, productive, and high-energy work environment.
• Superior communication and presentation skills with conversational Italian language ability.
• Computer proficiency in a variety of software/programs and avid Internet researcher.
EDUCATION, AWARDS, & ACTIVITIES
BA in Sociology, Minors in Biology & Music
CW Post, Long Island University (Jan. 2008)
Graduating with Honors; Magna Cum Laude Academic Award (Each Semester)
Research Project: Conducted research, interviewed persons of interest, and wrote a detailed report as per assigned historical time period. (Class Grade: A)
College Activities: Participated as member of school’s Equestrian team and University Chorus. Many documented observation hours at Saint Thomas Choir School.
High School Graduate, Academic Study
Saint Mary’s College Prepatory High School (Graduated 2002)
Activities: Girl Scout (senior elected in charge) and acquired Silver and Gold Awards, President of Venture Crew and Awarded Bronze, Gold, Silver, and Ranger status (4 years), and student moderator for the Veterinary Club. Contributed toward various community service and charity work. Assisted School Nurse and Long Island Blood Bank as a Blood Donor Student Officer. Played in Elementary School four octave Handbell Choir and sang in Ensemble Group.
WORK EXPREIENCE
Port Washington Animal Hospital (7/2001 – Present)
Veterinary Technician/ Assistant
• Greeted pet owners and supported Veterinarian in treating, cleaning, and pre-operative and post-operative animal care as well as assisting in surgery.
• As receptionist operated a 3 phone line system, scheduled appointments, processed billings, completed sales transactions, and maintained files/records.
• Disbursed medications and educated pet owners on treatment care plans and programs.
• Maintained inventory, completed lab work, and performed other duties as assigned.
• Conducted multiple duties associated with animal boarding facility.
• Conducted training of newly hired Veterinary Assistants.
Saint Mary’s Elementary School (2007 - 2008 Portion of the school year)
Substitute Teacher
• Assisted Nursery/PreK teacher with lessons, snack, admittance, dismissal, and other duties assigned.
• Taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade science in preparation for trimester exams.
• Was responsible for an 8th grade homeroom.
• Was responsible for bus line dismissal.
• Taught an after school class for 6 weeks.
Garden City Veterinary Care (7/2007 – 12/2007)
Veterinary Technician/ Assistant
• Greet pet owners and support Veterinarian in treating, cleaning, and pre-operative and post-operative animal care as well as assisting in surgery.
• Disbursed medications and educated pet owners on treatment care plans and programs.
• Groom and feed animals and take for daily walks.
• Perform Receptionist duties as required to receive/place business calls and schedule appointments.
Cub Scout Camp (Summers 1998 – 2000)
Administrative Manager & Nature Director – Schiff Scout Reservation
• Managed and directed staff and operations within the Gift Shop.
• Received and placed business calls, stocked items in the store, and maintained records.
• Served as Nature Director and cared for and handled animals, conducted tours, presented lectures, and completed various conservation projects. Worked with local Veterinarian to care for sick and injured animals.
• Filled in as Certified Lifeguard and Food Server and assisted Ranger in maintenance projects.
• Created and applied various camp music programs and facilitated all “MCing” campfires.
Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church (09/2000 – 06/2004)
Paid Soloist
• Sunday and special services, weddings, and funerals in choral and solo settings.
Incorporated Village of Garden City (11/2006 – 3/2007)
Assistant to Personnel Officer
• Supported personnel management staff in recording attendance, comp and vacation hours, administering insurance, disability, and retirement programs, and pay scales for all employees.
• Performed data entry, recorded employee new hire and terminations, and worked with civil service to acquire approval status and entries for staff.
• Received and placed business calls, filed business records, and completed/disbursed surveys.
VOLUNTEER EXPREIENCE
Cub Scout Camp (Summers 1990 – 1997)
Volunteer – Assistant Nature Director & Administration Assistant
• Supported and assisted Office Manager and performed wide array of administrative duties.
• Received and placed business calls, maintained files and records, and disbursed literature and various items to scouts and parents.
• Assisted Nature Director in caring and handling of animals, presented lectures, and general cleaning of the facility.
Raynham Hall Museum, Oyster Bay (1999 – 2002)
Volunteer Presenter and Tour Guide
• Assisted Museum Director with special presentations, fundraisers, and reenactments.
• Gave tours of the museum.
Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue (2005 – Present)
Volunteer
• Assist Music office in Ticket sales for Concert Series.
• Usher concerts.
• Set up and keep record of cash boxes.