Sandi Schaefer-Padgett

Sandi Schaefer-Padgett is an experienced professional in the field of animal husbandry and marine biology, currently serving as the Associate Director of Animal Husbandry and Senior Curator at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk since 2002. Sandi has a strong focus on staff education and training, providing monthly professional development opportunities. Previous roles include Senior Aquarist, where Sandi managed the care and maintenance of large aquatic habitats, supervised staff, and collaborated with veterinarians on animal health. Sandi's foundational experience as an Aquarist and Special Program Coordinator contributed to expertise in animal care, exhibit design, and educational programming. Additionally, experience as a Senior Aquatics Specialist at Petco involved managing aquatic animal care and customer service. Sandi holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from Roger Williams University.