Tessa Donohue
Wellington,Lower Hutt
Summary
I am a patient, honest, reliable, and trusting person who has a high work ethic. I am very hardworking, and I strive to excel in everything that I do. I am a great team player and possess a polite, friendly manner, but I also work effectively as an individual. I want to be challenged and constantly learning, so I can further improve myself. I have a strong initiative and work well under pressure. With my experiences, I have learned what it takes to be an open-minded, versatile person who can think 'outside the box.' I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, and adaptability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Groomer
The dogs body grooming salon
Wainuiomata, Lower hutt
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Provided excellent customer service to clients during appointments.
- Monitored dogs' behavior and health during grooming sessions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow in the salon.
- Educated pet owners on proper dog care and grooming routines.
- Scheduled grooming appointments and managed client records effectively.
- Bathed and groomed dogs using professional grooming tools and techniques.
Private Nanny
The Nanny Company
Newlands, wellington
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Coordinated daily schedules, including meals, playtime, and nap routines.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and daily activities.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for children's safety and comfort.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
Nanny
Shaheeda Koya
Newtown, Wellington
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily activities and concerns.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
- Worked from 7am till 6pm daily.
Receptionist / Dog Handler / Head Groomer / Driver / Dog Trainer
Canine Solutions
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Receptionist- answering/making phone calls and making bookings
- Dog Handler- walking dogs and socialising them with other dogs
- Head Groomer- grooming dogs of all breeds and bathing them
- Driver-picking up and dropping off dogs to owners' house
- Dog Trainer- training puppies and dogs' obedience, tricks and socialising.
Dog Groomer
Dappa Dogs
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Dog Groomer- level 1, 2 and 3
- Grooming dogs of all breeds to certain styles.
Home-based/Nanny
New Zealand Careers College
01.2016
- 20 Week placement looking after a 2-year-old.
- Responsibilities: Getting child dressed, household chores, preparing meals, activities, outings, bathing and sole charge.
Education
Diploma - Personal Training
New Zealand Institute of Health And Fitness
Wellington10-2025
Certificate - Early Childhood practice (Level 4)
New Zealand Careers College
01.2016
Skills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Personal training techniques
- Resilience
- Eagerness to learn
- Time management
- Positive mindset
- Relationship building
- Patience and empathy
- Professionalism and ethics
Reference Letter
09/12/16, This is to confirm that Tessa Donohue was employed as our nanny from 12 September 2016 till early 2019. Tessa has been nanny to our two kids (Isha 4 years old and Zayn 2 years old). During her time with us, Tessa has become part of our family and developed a really strong bond with the kids. Tessa's job included the following for our kids: Preparing meals and feeding, Prepping bottles and feeding Zayn when he was a baby, School drop offs and pick ups, Laundry, Planning the day with activities (some fixed), Tidy up of kids' belongings and common areas, Bathing and dressing, Ensuring the kids are in the set routine including naps, Keeping a record of each day, Taking care of the kids when they were unwell, Surrogate mum to both our kids and our two cats while we were at work. Tessa was always professional, caring and trustworthy. She was hard working and quick to learn anything new I taught her. She was always positive and willing to give things a go. Tessa was required to work independently and I never worried about how the kids were under her care. The kids love her and trust her completely because she took such great care of them and brought a much-needed calm energy. I would not hesitate to recommend Tessa for employment. We will all miss her very much (and plan to stay in touch) and wish her all the very best for her next adventure. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.
References
- Abigail Holmes, Employer, 02102675380
- Shaheeda Koya, Employer, 021 471 720
Hobbies and Interests
- I strive to lead a balanced, well-rounded life
- Spending quality time with my kids
- I love to keep active at the gym and play sports
- I have a passion for helping people achieve their fitness goals and help them see what they are truly capable of
Licenses Certificates
- Full NZ Driver's License
- First Aid Certificate
Personal Skills And Attributes
- Problem solving - working with children and animals has taught me to negotiate and problem-solve to get the desired outcomes. This can be from training animals to coaching a 4-year-old to try something new and challenging
- Resiliency, as a mom to three kids, balancing personal and work life is something I pride myself on while having younger children
- Willingness to learn; I love learning new skills and pushing my limits to better myself
- Time management
- Positive attitude - I pride myself on having a positive attitude, even when things get tough
Timeline
Dog Groomer
The dogs body grooming salon
12.2019 - 12.2021
Private Nanny
The Nanny Company
01.2019 - 12.2019
Nanny
Shaheeda Koya
09.2016 - 01.2019
Home-based/Nanny
New Zealand Careers College
01.2016
Receptionist / Dog Handler / Head Groomer / Driver / Dog Trainer
Canine Solutions
01.2013 - 01.2015
Dog Groomer
Dappa Dogs
01.2012 - 01.2013
Diploma - Personal Training
New Zealand Institute of Health And Fitness
Certificate - Early Childhood practice (Level 4)
New Zealand Careers College