Samantha Estrada
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Developed strong skills in creating supportive and engaging learning environments within educational setting. Adaptable and ready to transition into new field, bringing experience in managing groups and facilitating activities. Aiming to apply these skills to contribute positively to dynamic and collaborative workplace
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2042
2042
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Kiddie Academy
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted and supervised 22 children through entire school day with co-teacher.
Daycare Teacher
Rainbow Rising
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Planned and implemented monthly curriculum for Pre-K/Kindergarten students to foster intellectual growth & skill development in various subjects.
- Utilized positive reinforcement methods to redirect child behavior.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Cashroom & Sales Associate
Nordstrom Rack
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted average of 40 customers per day with transactions and credit card services.
- Accurately processed all aspects of cash handling, i.e balancing safe and register funds, ordering change, preparing bank deposits, training new members.
- Worked independently to investigate cash variance reports and solved account issues to maintain accurate money systems and paperwork.
Sales Associate
Daiso Japan
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Processed cash and credit transactions, using POS system.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for promotions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California
Irvine, CA 05.2001 - 06.2022
Associates of Arts With Honors - Child & Adolescent Development
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CASkills
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Effective Issue Resolution
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Record Management
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Kiddie Academy
07.2024 - 12.2024
Daycare Teacher
Rainbow Rising
11.2023 - 07.2024
Cashroom & Sales Associate
Nordstrom Rack
07.2021 - 03.2023
Sales Associate
Daiso Japan
08.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California
05.2001 - 06.2022
Associates of Arts With Honors - Child & Adolescent Development
Golden West College
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