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Terrissa CURRAN

Frankston,VIC

Summary

I take pride in everything I do, from my work life to my personal life. I enjoy taking on new tasks and learning new skills and adventuring outside of my comfort zone. I have strong communication skills with clients and have built my skill base up from running my own business in dog grooming for seven years, including time management regarding scheduling appointments. I'm a hands-on learner and pick up new skills easily.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Trainee

Hope Early Learning
Frankston, VIC
04.2024 - Current
  • Assisted children with daily activities and routines in a supportive environment.
  • Supervised children's interactions to foster social skills and teamwork.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that promoted learning through play and exploration.
  • Maintained a clean and safe classroom environment for all children.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
  • Collaborated with educators to implement age-appropriate educational activities.
  • Observed children's behavior and documented developmental milestones regularly.
  • Read stories to children, sang songs and engaged them in creative play activities.
  • Worked closely with groups of children and one-on-one to teach letters and numbers.
  • Observed each child's individual needs closely on a daily basis so that their safety was ensured at all times.
  • Conducted regular checks around the premises for any potential hazards or risks to health and safety standards.

Dog Groomer

Self Employed
Cranbourne, VIC
02.2017 - 12.2024
  • Groomed various dog breeds using clippers, scissors, and combs.
  • Bathed dogs with appropriate shampoos and conditioners for coat type.
  • Inspected dogs for skin conditions and communicated findings to owners.
  • Maintained cleanliness of grooming area by organizing tools and supplies.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about grooming services and care tips.
  • Managed scheduling of appointments for efficient workflow and client satisfaction.
  • Educated pet owners on proper grooming techniques and maintenance at home.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients through friendly communication and trust-building.
  • Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately when accepting payment from customers.
  • Ensured safety of animals at all times by following established safety protocols.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sanitizing equipment after each use.
  • Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.

Volunteer Work

Pearcedale RSPCA
Pearcedale, Vic
02.2013 - 10.2016

Daily tasks included:

  • Cleaning out animal pens/enclosures.
  • Assisting in working with animals to build their confidence.
  • Feeding and refilling the animals water and food
  • Washing and walking the dogs or puppies.
  • Filling out behaviour sheets on the animals

Work Experience

East Mornington Vet Hospital
Mornington, VIC
07.2012 - 07.2014

Daily tasks included:

  • Cleaning out animal pens
  • Walking the overnight dogs and puppies.
  • Helping the staff with consultation tasks
  • Observing in on surgeries been conducted on animals

Education

2012-2014

Mornington Secondary School
Mornington, VIC

2011-2012

Mount Erin Secondary College
Frankston, VIC

August 2016- September 2016

Victorian College of Dog Grooming
Cranbourne, VIC

Certificate 3 Early Child Care Education And Care

Hope Learning Child Care
Frankston, VIC
07-2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Client relationship management
  • Child supervision
  • Animal handling
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Professional
  • Leadership skills
  • Engaging
  • Enthusiastic
  • Well presented

Certification

  • Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • RSA- Responsible Service of Alcohol
  • RIIWHS205D- Traffic Control
  • RIIWHS302D- Implement Traffic Management Plans
  • CPCCWHS1001- Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry
  • Full Current Victorian Drivers License
  • Category A & B Longarm License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Childcare Trainee

Hope Early Learning
04.2024 - Current

Dog Groomer

Self Employed
02.2017 - 12.2024

Volunteer Work

Pearcedale RSPCA
02.2013 - 10.2016

Work Experience

East Mornington Vet Hospital
07.2012 - 07.2014

2012-2014

Mornington Secondary School

2011-2012

Mount Erin Secondary College

August 2016- September 2016

Victorian College of Dog Grooming

Certificate 3 Early Child Care Education And Care

Hope Learning Child Care
Terrissa CURRAN