Celie Gross

Experience

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  Clearwater Marine Aquarium

  Aug 2021 - Apr 2022

  Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Volunteer

  Handled, fed, and dispensed daily medications for sea turtle patients. Assisted with veterinary procedures, maintained a clean habitat. and assisted with live intakes. Interacted with guests daily by answering questions about the sea turtles and other marine animals at the aquarium.

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  Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Educator

  Led programs for overnight/ group camps. Worked with children from grades 2-12. Taught guests about the animals living at Busch Gardens.

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  Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Marine Mammal Training Intern

  Completed 3 month long training internship. Worked with bottlenose dolphins, California sea lions, Asian small clawed otters, African penguins, harbor seals and sun conures. Assisted and participated in husbandry sessions daily. Memorized and performed 8-10 minute “chats” regarding three different species throughout the day. Adapted to a fast paced environment. Progressed at a steady pace and was able to complete more advanced tasks like working one on one with an animal.

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  Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

  Aug 2023 - Apr 2024

  Educator

  I was employed as an educator at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Some of my responsibilities included leading camps. field trips, and sleepovers with children from 2nd to 12th grade. During these programs I taught children about animals in the park, navigated them around, organized and executed activities, answered their questions and enhanced their overall experience by creating a fun and educational environment. I also assisted with our animal ambassador programs, where I explained the training and handling with our animals and offered assistance to guests in order to touch the animals. Lastly, I lead Safari tours where I gave a 30 minute standing tour on the back of a moving truck and informed guests about multiple different species as well as leading a giraffe feeding/interaction program. Show less

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  SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando

  Apr 2024 - now

  Associate Zoological Specialist (Dolphin)