Sarah Curley
Leominster,MA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Infant/Toddler Teacher at Academy for Little People, skilled in child development and behavior management. Fostered strong parent-teacher communication while implementing engaging learning activities that enhanced children's curiosity. Recognized for creating a nurturing environment that promoted growth and independence, ensuring each child's progress was meticulously monitored.
Experienced with managing diverse pet care needs, including daily exercise and personalized attention. Utilizes effective communication to maintain strong client relationships and meet specific pet requirements. Track record of ensuring pet safety and well-being through attentive and responsible care. Managed daily walking schedules. Demonstrated reliability and attention to safety while handling multiple dogs, ensuring their well-being and exercise needs are met.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Walker/Animal Caretaker
Walden Pet Services
Concord, MA
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Ensured timely and safe dog walking services for diverse breeds and sizes.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and reliability.
- Monitored dogs' health, behavior, and needs during walks, providing feedback to owners.
- Implemented efficient scheduling system to optimize daily routes and minimize travel time.
- Trained new team members on best practices for dog care and safety protocols.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and adapting services as needed.
- Coordinated group walks with 3 or more dogs, ensuring safety and engagement among dogs in varying environments.
- Cleaned up after dogs and properly disposed of waste to keep community clean and free of potential hazards.
- Provided dogs with exercise and fresh air to promote dog health.
- Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles, and other animals to protect safety.
- Fed, walked, and cared for dogs during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Secured dog collars and tags before starting walks to guarantee identification in emergencies.
- Made owners comfortable with care by following instructions and meeting dog needs.
- Provided dog with water for adequate hydration on longer walks.
- Improved overall pet happiness by creating a stimulating environment during walks that encouraged exploration and playtime.
- Enhanced pet well-being through regular exercise, playtime, and companionship during walks.
- Ensured safety of pets during walks by adhering to leash laws and monitoring for potential hazards.
- Delivered peace of mind for clients by providing regular updates and photos of their pets during walks.
- Developed strong personal relationships and trust with dogs through vocal affirmations, petting, and pre-approved treats.
- Built trust with clients by consistently maintaining clear communication regarding their pets'' needs and progress.
- Monitored animal behavior to keep owners informed on progress and any issues.
- Monitored health of pets during walks, reporting any concerns or changes in behavior to owners promptly.
- Monitored weather conditions before walks to avoid dangerous temperatures for dogs.
- Maintained professional relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service at all times.
- Safeguarded client homes while picking up or dropping off pets, ensuring doors were locked upon departure.
- Followed optimal schedules for animals as set by owners or supervisors.
- Recorded activities to keep owners fully informed on pet exercise.
- Resolved behavioral issues with pets through consistent and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Administered medication to pets as required, ensuring adherence to health protocols.
- Enhanced socialization of pets by organizing group walks and activities.
- Managed scheduling and route planning to accommodate multiple clients efficiently.
- Fostered strong relationships with pets by understanding and catering to individual behavioral cues.
- Ensured timely feeding and hydration for pets, maintaining their health and happiness.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Academy for Little People
Leominster, MA
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Assessed toddlers' development levels on a regular basis using observation methods such as anecdotal records or checklists.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
- Adapted teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and styles within the classroom.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Observed children to record development.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies such as praise, rewards, and encouragement to motivate students.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for toddlers.
- Monitored the development of each child, providing feedback to parents as needed.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Managed classroom supplies inventory and restocked materials when necessary.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Organized daily classroom routines such as meal times, naps, playtime, and outdoor activities.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Provided assistance with toileting needs including changing diapers when necessary.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Managed classrooms with 8 or more children
Sales Associate
Old Navy, Gap
Leominster, MA
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Assisted in visual merchandising, creating appealing displays that capture customer interest.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Leominster High School
Leominster, MA08-2020
Skills
- Child development
- Behavior management
- Classroom supervision
- Progress monitoring
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
- Honest and trustworthy
- Punctual and reliable
- Patience and calmness
- Basic animal care
- On and off-leash walks
- Dog handling
- Animal safety
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Dog Walker/Animal Caretaker
Walden Pet Services
04.2025 - 11.2025
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Academy for Little People
07.2021 - 12.2024
Sales Associate
Old Navy, Gap
07.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Leominster High School