Peyton C.

Experience

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  SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Summer Camp Counselor Intern

  Assisted parents and campers with arrival and departure as well as airport pick-ups and drop offs. Responsible for the safety of campers in the park and during overnight programs. Assisted in facilitating touches between campers and program animals such as penguins and sharks. Taught and implemented camp curriculum in an effective manner.

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  Howell Nature Center

  Sept 2016 - Dec 2016

  Wild Wonders Wildlife Intern

  Researched, planned, and implemented behavioral enrichment for all birds and mammals. Assisted during physical exams and in the proper restraint, crating, moving and uncrating of animals. Prepared diets, administered medications, and performed enclosure maintenance and repair. Used operant conditioning and positive reinforcement for animal husbandry.

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  SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando

  Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

  Education Intern

  Maintained aquariums under the education department's care. Assisted with sleepover group programs and all field trip programs. Researched and implemented new activities for sleepover and camp groups. Assisted in grading applications for scholarships, taking inventory, and leading educational tours.

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  Coral World Ocean Park

  Aug 2017 - Nov 2017

  Marine Mammal Intern

  Trained South American Sea Lions through protective contact for gating.Assisted in husbandry training sessions and took husbandry photographs.Reinforced training behaviors with lorikeets with positive reinforcement. Implemented enrichment for sea lions, macaws, and lorikeets. Provided support during sea lion shows, presentations, and guest interactions.

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  EDUStaff, LLC

  Oct 2017 - Jan 2020

  Substitute Teacher

  Demonstrated diversity in teaching styles including demonstrations, use of technology, and lectures. Utilized classroom management skills while teaching in grades K-12 in a variety of subjects.

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  Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

  Jan 2018 - Apr 2018

  Kids Kingdom Intern

  Trained California Sea Lions free contact for sea lion training demonstrations and husbandry sessions. Ensured animal exhibits and holding areas were cleaned daily, prepared diets, and administered medications and vitamins.Trained using operant conditioning and positive reinforcement with a Black Swan as the lead trainer. Narrated sea lion training demonstrations. Provided husbandry care for a variety of animals including: otters, beavers, kangaroos, and hoof stock.

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  Howell Nature Center

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018

  Animal Trainer

  Created and implemented a training plan with approximations for the mink, crow, porcupine, and deer. Handled birds of prey and mammals for training and educational programs. Assisted in the supervision of volunteers and interns in the wildlife park and at special events.

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  Petco

  Apr 2019 - Aug 2019

  Dog Trainer

  American Kennel Club certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Acted as a subject matter expert for Petco’s Positive Dog Training Program, products, services, and promotions. Promoted, conducted and acted as an Instructor for all current dog training curricula.Effectively delivered formal presentations and achieved dog training goals by offering creative solutions. Ensured that store animals received the highest quality care and are maintained in safe, clean, and secure habitats

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  Mutts & Co.

  Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

  Sales Specialist
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  Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

  Feb 2020 - Mar 2022

  Facilitated and supported live animal encounters, tours, and presentations at the Animal Encounters Village. Contributed to the preparation for accreditations and inspections by the AZA, USDA, and AMMPA. Provided husbandry care for a variety of animals in the Animal Encounters Village. Developed a novel guest interaction program entitled Ohio Wildlife and organized the requisite animal training.Assisted in the creation of a seasonal employee development initiative to facilitate the organization and training of new seasonal staff. Assisted in the training of program animals both on- and off-site. Show less

  • Animal Programs Specalist

    Mar 2021 - Mar 2022

  • Interpretive Assistant & Tour Guide

    Feb 2020 - Mar 2021
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  Educational Service Center of Central Ohio

  Oct 2021 - Mar 2022

  Substitute
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  AmplifyBio

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2024

  Laboratory Animal Resources Technician

  Demonstrated expertise in blood collection and dosing techniques for non-human primates, swine, canines, rodents, and rabbits. Exhibited proficiency in administering injections via the IM, SQ, IP, and ID routes. Adhered to SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), protocol requirements, and all relevant safety and security procedures. Assumed the role of departmental lead for numerous GLP-compliant pre-clinical studies. Acted as Departmental POC for Pathology Bleed Labs and, when necessary, NHP holding colonies. Assisted with surgical procedures, including anesthesia administration and monitoring, aseptic prep, and postoperative care. Show less

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  The Ohio State University

  Apr 2024 - now

  Research Associate - Biomedical Sciences Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics