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I’m a barn manager and service-dog trainer who keeps animals healthy, facilities running, and training teams moving.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Barn Manager and hands-on farm professional with experience feeding animals, mucking stalls and pastures, repairing fence, cleaning tack and tools, operating machinery, and supporting general farm maintenance. I also handle boarder and staff relations and coordinate daily care to keep operations dependable.
I’ve worked as a Kennel Tech at SIT Service Dogs, focusing on dog care, wound treatment, cleaning kennels, and scheduling/managing staff. As Head Trainer, I train service dogs, train volunteer trainers, and solve training issues—bringing structure, consistency, and calm problem-solving to every step.
Before that, I built my foundation through farm work and a 40-hours-per-week role as a camp photographer, where I combined outdoor navigation with education and responsible care. I also hold a B.S. in Zoology, Chemistry and Animal Science (with minors), and I bring an education-backed, animal-centered mindset to leadership and training.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Autumn Ridge Acres Barn Manager
Autumn Ridge Acres Farm
Nov 2019 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Managed barn operations, including feeding animals, mucking stalls and pastures, fixing fences, and performing cleaning and general farm maintenance. Coordinated boarder and staff relations and supported equipment/tool upkeep.
SIT Service Dogs Head Trainer
SIT Service Dogs
Jul 2021 - Dec 2025 (4 years 5 months)
Trained service dogs and trained volunteer trainers. Worked on problem solving for training issues and supported training operations.
SIT Service Dogs Kennel Tech
SIT Service Dogs
Mar 2020 - Aug 2023 (3 years 5 months)
Provided service dog kennel support including animal care, wound treatment, and cleaning kennels, tools, and yards. Scheduled and managed staff and performed other assigned duties.
Autumn Ridge Acres Farm Hand
Autumn Ridge Acres Farm
Nov 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 1 month)
Handled farm work including feeding animals, mucking stalls and pastures, fixing fences, and performing general farm maintenance. Also cleaned tack and tools and operated farm machinery.
Coyote Creek Tack and Stables Farm Hand
Coyote Creek Tack and Stables
Sep 2011 - Jan 2020 (8 years 4 months)
Worked in the tack store and supported daily stable tasks including feeding animals, mucking stalls, fixing fences, and cleaning tack and tools. Assisted with horseback riding lessons and trail rides and supported general farm maintenance.
United Methodist Camp Photographer
Little Grassy United Methodist Camp
May 2017 - Aug 2017 (3 months)
Photographed campers’ experiences and accompanied groups for hiking and navigation to campsites. Educated on nature etiquette and environmental topics and supported site cleaning and other assigned duties.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Grade: 3.30 GPA
Activities and societies: Leadership roles included Wesley Foundation leadership team, Treasurer of SIU Scuba Club, and Secretary of Saluki Service Dawgs.
Earned a Bachelor of Science (Zoology) and completed minors in Chemistry and Animal Science, graduating May 8, 2021. Participated in the University Honors Program and received the University Excellence Scholarship.
Effingham High School
High School Diploma
Grade: 3.58 GPA
Graduated Effingham High School on May 14, 2017 with a 3.58 GPA. Participated in color guard and winter guard teams, Art Club, and Writer’s Club.
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