CHARLISE B. GAITOR
Nassau
Summary
Marine animal care professional with experience in husbandry, enrichment, guest education, welfare monitoring, and safety within world-class aquatic facilities. Skilled in supporting daily animal care routines, observing and documenting behaviors, contributing to animal training programs, and educating the public on marine life and environmental conservation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marine Mammal Specialist IV
Atlantis Paradise Island Resort
12.2023 - Current
- Support care, enrichment, and well-being of 10+ marine mammals daily.
- Assist with behavioral conditioning and training.
- Record and report behavior changes and animal logs.
- Educate guests on conservation and marine life.
- Maintain facility standards and daily routines.
Lifeguard
Atlantis Paradise Island Resort
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Ensured safety of guests in pool and aquatic areas.
- Maintained proficiency in CPR and emergency response.
- Provided exceptional guest service.
Customer Service Representative
CIBC First Caribbean
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted customers with inquiries and transactions.
- Resolved concerns and escalated when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
University of The Bahamas
05.2023
Skills
- Animal husbandry and enrichment
- Behavioral observation and documentation
- Animal welfare record keeping
- Guest education and conservation messaging
- First Aid, CPR, AED certified
- Water safety and emergency readiness
- Marine science knowledge and application
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Certification
Lifeguard, StarGuard Elite, 05/01/24, First Aid, CPR, AED
Timeline
Marine Mammal Specialist IV
Atlantis Paradise Island Resort
12.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Atlantis Paradise Island Resort
05.2022 - 11.2023
Customer Service Representative
CIBC First Caribbean
07.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
University of The Bahamas