Samantha Cortez-Caja
Harpers Ferry
Summary
Compassionate Child Care Worker with 5 years of experience enhancing learning environments and fostering inclusive atmospheres. Self-motivated during the harder times in the job to keep going and able to empathize with children and coworkers. Attentiveness to children's' basic needs and personal needs being met.
General Volunteer with 6 months experience providing residents with meals and assisting in administrative duties. Always willing to talk to residents during meal times to generate a positive atmosphere.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
General Volunteer
Rosenbaum Family House
Morgantown, WV
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted families with logistical needs, fostering a supportive environment during challenging times.
- Developed and maintained volunteer training materials to improve onboarding processes.
- Collaborated with staff to streamline operations, enhancing workflow efficiency in service delivery.
- Mentored new volunteers on best practices and organizational policies, promoting team cohesion.
- Improved overall team productivity by taking initiative and leading group efforts when necessary.
- Enhanced community outreach by participating in various volunteer events and initiatives.
Child Care Worker
Rock Spring Church
08.2020 - Current
- Organized learning environments effectively utilizing educational tools and resources.
- Collaborated with parents to implement positive discipline strategies using effective communication skills.
- Facilitated an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for children with developmental differences and neurotypical peers in parent-free settings.
- Supporting other volunteers when needed, to either bathroom breaks or just more hands to be of service.
- Engaged in interactive play sessions incorporating educational and recreational activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Shenandoah Junction, WV01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2029
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
-Child Care, Infant Care, Toddler Care, Behavior Management, Conflict Resolution
- Multitasking and organization
-De-escalation, Team Collaboration
-Disinfecting, Decluttering
-Good Judgement, Balanced Perspective, Rationality, Motivated, Eager
Timeline
General Volunteer
Rosenbaum Family House
10.2025 - Current
Child Care Worker
Rock Spring Church
08.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
West Virginia University