Sam Cavallaro

Sam Cavallaro

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Trainer at SeaWorld Orlando

  • Education

    • Deakin University

      2018 - 2018
      Semester Exchange Program

      Studies included genetics, physics, and health psychology. 4.0 GPA

    • Rockledge Senior High School

      2013 - 2017

      Activities and Societies: Student Government, Sisterhood, math tutoring, Science Research, National Honor and Spanish Honor Societies, World Languages Club Graduated as Salutatorian with a 4.5 GPA

    • University of South Florida

      2017 - 2021
      Bachelor of Science - BS Marine Biology

      Activities and Societies: Kosove Society, GloBull Ambassadors, Order of the Golden Brahman, USF Scuba Club, Marine Biology Club, USF Rotaract Graduated summa cum laude (3.96 GPA) with a BS in Marine Biology and a minor in Psychology.

  • Experience

    • USF Kosove Society

      Apr 2018 - Apr 2020

      -Coordinate with various Tampa Bay organizations to organize monthly community service events for the scholarship society. -Organizations include Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, Habitat for Humanity, Ronald McDonald House, Feeding Tampa Bay, Moffitt Cancer Center, and more. Maintain and upgrade scholarship’s website and social media sites including deadlines, upcoming events, member information, and more.

      • VP of Community Service

        Apr 2019 - Apr 2020
      • Media Director

        Apr 2018 - Apr 2019
    • University of South Florida

      May 2018 - Jun 2018
      Scientific Diver

      Partnered with the Soufriere Marine Management Area to collect data on patterns of fish and coral populations to determine effectiveness of the implemented marine protected areas. Included Bohnsack-Bannerot fish surveys and coral ID transect surveys, presentations with local stakeholders, and education of local school children.

    • USF GloBull Ambassadors

      May 2019 - May 2021

      -Train incoming members. -Design and lead monthly member meetings.-Coordinate with USF World and Education Abroad for team meetings, events, and advancement opportunities for the program’s future. -Design and execute events to increase recruitment for various study abroad programs-Collaborate with other student organizations to advertise study abroad events and mentorshop opportunities. -Organize member-wide events to encourage cohesion and teamwork among the group.

      • President

        May 2020 - May 2021
      • Chair of Outreach and Director of Internal Affairs

        May 2019 - May 2020
    • Brevard Zoo

      May 2020 - Aug 2020
      Sea Turtle Healing Center Intern

      Provided injections, collected blood samples, conducted radiographs, assisted with necropsy sample collection, practiced proper restraint techniques, cared for premature hatchlings, and assisted with public releases for sea turtle rehabilitation patients.

    • SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

      Nov 2021 - Jun 2023
      Associate Trainer
    • SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando

      Jun 2023 - now
      Trainer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CPR/AED/First Aid

      National CPR Foundation
      Aug 2021
    • Advanced Open Water Diver

      PADI
      Dec 2019
    • Scientific Diver

      American Academy of Underwater Sciences
      May 2018
    • Nitrox Diver

      PADI
      Dec 2019
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sam Cavallaro
      Congressional Medal for Young Leadership Congressman Bill Posey Recognition for leadership roles in various academic and community service organizations.
    • Awarded to Sam Cavallaro
      USF Kosove Society Scholarship - Academic scholarship in recognition of community service, leadership, and dedication to my intended field.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Sea Turtle Healing Center Volunteer

      Issued by Brevard Zoo on Mar 2019
      Brevard ZooAssociated with Sam Cavallaro
    • Interpretation Guide for Expedition Africa

      Issued by Brevard Zoo on Nov 2015
      Brevard ZooAssociated with Sam Cavallaro