Samantha Goldwasser
Long Grove,IL
Summary
Proactive Camp Counselor and DSW Store Associate with comprehensive experience working with children of varying developmental levels and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in child supervision, conflict resolution, and effective communication, ensuring safety and positive engagement. Bringing strong leadership and problem-solving abilities to foster an inclusive and supportive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Tamarak Day Camp
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
DSW Store Associate
DSW Shoe Warehouse
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment for customers through regular cleaning and monitoring of store conditions.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously during busy periods.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.
- Handled cash register operations accurately, balancing drawers at the end of each shift.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently, adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And T.V Production And Music Performance
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05.2027
High School Diploma -
Adlai E Stevenson High School
Lincolnshire, IL05.2023
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Positive Engagement
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Child Supervision
- Group leadership
- Creative Mindset
- Relationship Building
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Outdoor Skills
- Camper support and assistance
- Group and individual instruction
- Peer Mentoring
- Music and Drama
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Tamarak Day Camp
06.2023 - 08.2024
DSW Store Associate
DSW Shoe Warehouse
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Film And T.V Production And Music Performance
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
High School Diploma -
Adlai E Stevenson High School
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