Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Taylor Jones

Hartwell

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Dog Groomer with a proven track record at Beaver crossing animal hospital/in home, excelling in animal handling and customer service. Expert in grooming techniques and appointment scheduling, I foster strong relationships with clients while ensuring a safe and hygienic environment. Committed to continuous learning and enhancing pet care experiences.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Nanny

Personal Nanny
07.2024 - Current
  • Drove children to dance, cheer, and sports practices.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for extracurricular activities, doctor appointments, and other necessary engagements.
  • Maintained open and effective communication with parents about children's progress and daily activities, ensuring peace of mind.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by being patient and understanding listener.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Collaborated with parents to align on child-rearing practices and behavioral guidance.
  • Implemented effective discipline strategies that fostered positive behavior and conflict resolution skills.
  • Managed challenging behaviors calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage selfregulation.
  • Adapted quickly to evolving family dynamics or schedule changes to ensure a smooth transition period for the children involved.

Dog Groomer

Self-employeed
04.2016 - Current
  • Developed personalized grooming plans tailored to specific breeds and client preferences.
  • Implemented efficient cleaning and organization protocols for grooming tools and workstations.
  • Managed scheduling of appointments to optimize workflow and client engagement.
  • Conducted thorough health checks during grooming, identifying potential issues for clients.
  • Enhanced customer relationships through effective communication and follow-up services.
  • Streamlined inventory management, maintaining adequate stock of grooming supplies and products.
  • Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
  • Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
  • Prepared pets for grooming by conducting thorough assessments of their coat condition, overall health, and temperament, ensuring an appropriate and safe approach.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
  • Educated clients on proper at-home pet care, strengthening their bond with their pets while promoting healthy habits between visits.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Mastered time management skills to balance multiple appointments throughout the day while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

Private Nanny

Private Nanny
10.2015 - 07.2016
  • Managed meal preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions while encouraging healthy eating habits.
  • Collaborated with parents to communicate child progress and address any behavioral concerns.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.

Retail Sales Associate

Back By Popular Demand
05.2015 - 06.2016
  • Monitored sales floor activities, identifying trends to recommend improvements in product placement and customer engagement strategies.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
  • after we would take in our inventroy, we would process it in our system, tag it, and move it to the sales floor.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
  • Supported store leadership in implementing new merchandising strategies to improve product positioning.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Fostered positive shopping environment, greeting customers warmly and providing personalized assistance.

Bass Pro Shops

Sales Associates
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Retail Sales Associate

Back By Popular Demand
08.2013 - 07.2014
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing overall shopping experience and ensuring satisfaction.
  • Once we took in the new inventory,we would process it, tag it and put it onto the sales floor.
  • Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels and facilitating timely restocking processes.
  • Trained new team members on sales techniques and product knowledge, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Executed daily sales transactions using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in cash handling.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, maintaining positive relationships and promoting brand loyalty.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.

Private Nanny

Family Members
12.2011 - 07.2013
  • Provided nurturing care and support to children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
  • Organized recreational outings, enhancing social skills through interaction with peers in diverse settings.
  • Adapted strategies to meet individual needs of children, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approaches.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas, ensuring safe spaces for children's exploration.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.

Education

Parkview High School
Lilburn, GA

Duel Enrolled in The Nursing Program -

Maxwell High School of Technology
Lawrenceville, GA

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Animal handling expertise
  • Relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Pet grooming techniques
  • Nail trimming
  • Ear cleaning techniques
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Clipper proficiency
  • Scissor skills
  • Safety procedures

Timeline

Family Nanny

Personal Nanny
07.2024 - Current

Dog Groomer

Self-employeed
04.2016 - Current

Private Nanny

Private Nanny
10.2015 - 07.2016

Retail Sales Associate

Back By Popular Demand
05.2015 - 06.2016

Bass Pro Shops

Sales Associates
08.2014 - 05.2015

Retail Sales Associate

Back By Popular Demand
08.2013 - 07.2014

Private Nanny

Family Members
12.2011 - 07.2013

Parkview High School

Duel Enrolled in The Nursing Program -

Maxwell High School of Technology

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Taylor Jones