1120 Hummingbird dr. · DeSoto, · TX · 75115 · Home: · 469-556-1058 · scalisti@yahoo.com
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Objective
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| · | I wish to be employed in an agency where I can utilize my zoological education and at the same time expand my knowledge. I am also interested in a writing or editing career.
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| · | In the event that an appropriate zoological or writing position is not available, I am willing to work in fields I have experience in, that of computer-related support and retail.
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| | Education
| University of Florida
In June of 2001, I received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida, with a major in Zoology.
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| Experience
| Freelance
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January 1997 - Present |
Writer
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Duncanville, TX |
Since January 1999, I have been writing articles for In A Nutshell, the newsletter of The Squirrel Lover's Club. I have written an article on flying squirrels for Critters magazine (2003 issue), which has been published in fall of 2002; an article on exotic pets in general in the fall of 2004, for the 2005 issue; and most recently an article on flying squirrel behavior for the 2007 issue.
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Since 1997 I have been writing webpages using HTML. I am able to build advanced webpages regarding wildlife and animals.
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| Wal Mart
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March 2004 - Present |
Instock Associate
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DeSoto, TX |
Job involves unloading trucks and pulling merchandise to the salesfloor. Previously, at another location, job involved stocking shelves at night in departments all around the store. Before transferring to the store I was employed at in February 2005, I worked at a store in Lewisville, TX as a cart pusher.
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| Convergys
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December 2001 - September 2003 |
Customer Support Rep
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Lake Mary, FL |
This job involved taking computer-related inbound phone calls for several companies.
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| Hobby
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September 1997 - Present |
Exotic Mammal Enthusiast
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DeSoto, TX |
I have been a small exotic animals caretaker voluntarily since 1997. I am dedicated to providing exceptional care to various species.
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| Dallas Zoo
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July 2008 - Present |
Volunteer
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Dallas, TX |
I am currently volunteering at the Dallas zoo on Tuesday mornings. I prepare food for various zoo animals, and have fed primates and cleaned their exhibits and nighthouses.
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Work References:
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| · | Wal-Mart Supercenter Store #3432
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| · | Wal-Mart Supercenter Store #3286
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Hickory Creek/Dento, TX 75065
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| · | Wal-Mart Supercenter Store #5092
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Lewisville (Se), TX 75067
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| · | Dallas Zoo Volunteer Office
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650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway
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