Cayla Stahley

4030 7
th
Ave NE Seattle, Washington 98105 Phone: (360) 485-3487 E-Mail: cstahley@uw.edu
Experience
Events Intern, PAWS; Lynnwood, WA 2013-2014
Learned what it takes to work for a non-profit. Developed action plan for procurement of monetary donations. Communicated
PAWS mission through speaking with donors and community members. Position required outstanding organization, written and
verbal communication skills.
Nanny and Personal Assistant, Laura Torres; Seattle, WA 2013-Current
Responsible for driving Laura and Robs two children to and from school and other activities. Help with homework by creating a
positive work environment. Promotes effective interactions by being a role model. Responsible for pet sitting, walking and training
their 5-year-old golden lab mix on a daily basis. Utilizes time management, organization and leadership skills on a daily basis.
Works extremely independently within this position by designing schedule and manages new tasks whenever necessary.
Nanny and Personal Assistant, Dr. Julia Richards; Olympia, WA 2011-2012
Self-motivated and highly responsible position helping busy physician manage her personal life. Performed childcare, housework,
and walked the family dog. Drove the children to and from their extracurricular activities. Developed a relationship with this
family based on trust and respect. Was rewarded for outstanding childcare.
Intern, WashPIRG; Seattle, WA 2012-2013
WashPIRG is an education club on the University of Washington campus. Delivered educational programming on best practices
for canvassing, followed by supporting and supervising volunteers in the process. Was responsible for planning, coordinating and
directing a 200-person event.
Advanced Training Volunteer, PAWS; Lynnwood, WA 2013-2014
Dog walker for PAWS. Completed training to become an ATV after six months of service.
Volunteer, Joint Animal Services; Olympia, WA 2009-Current
Matched dogs with perspective owners through communication and research.
Pet Bather, PetSmart; Olympia, WA 2012
Managing and prioritizing work flow. Learned how to handle animals in a stressful situation. Communicated with pet owners in
order to understand their pets needs and expectations.
Customer Service Specialist, Best Buy; Olympia, WA 2010-2011
Learned keys to providing excellent customer service. Was able to utilize excellent people, organizational and managerial skills.
Spent extensive time researching product information in order to fully understand and meet customer needs.
Education
University of Washington 2012-2014
Community, Environment and Planning; Focus in non-profit management; 3.6 GPA
South Puget Sound Community College 2010-2012
Associates in Arts Degree; 3.9 GPA


2
Olympia High School 2006-2010
High School Diploma
Awards and Recognition
President's List, Dean's List, CBE Scholarship 2013-2014 Academic Year
Accepted into the Center for Women & Democracy's Leadership Institute 2014 with a full scholarship
Skills
Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills. Is organized, timely and compassionate. Takes assignments very
seriously and is always willing to learn new tasks quickly and efficiently. Can work in a team through motivation and coordination or
independently through time management and self-evaluation. Possesses excellent customer service skills. Is skilled in working with
companion animals and has a profound passion for the mission statement at the Seattle Humane Society.
References
Caitlin Dean
Community, Environment and Planning Program Advisor
University of Washington
206-696-2753

Julia Richards
OB/GYN
Capital Medical Center
360-866-4198

Laura Torres
206-465-1309