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Samantha Herrera

Plainfield,IL

Summary

I have a passion for teaching. I love working with all students but I am especially interested in special needs.

I am an outgoing volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organizations. I am very detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to help and make a difference wherever I can.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Feed My Starving Children
03.2019 - 09.2023

I volunteered every couple of months for the last several years. Packing food for third world countries

Volunteer

Plainfield Public Library
03.2019 - 07.2023
  • Assisted with special events and programs for children ages 5 to 12 years old.
  • Maintained the library by cleaning and organizing books, toys and computer area.
  • Participated in engaging and fun events for the children's program.
  • Worked for the summer reading program, verifying books read and handing out prizes.
  • Stayed in touch with staff members to stay up to date about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Made cards for nursing homes.
  • Made cards and pictures for pediatric patients.


Volunteer

Children's Miracle Network
05.2020 - 05.2023
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Reached out to the community for donations for silent auctions.
  • Went door to door to businesses for monetary donations.
  • Helped with fundraising events, selling t-shirts, balloons and toys.

Volunteer

Lincoln Elementary
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by volunteering with several different PTO Events. i.e Science fair, family nights, and dances

Volunteer

Special Olympics
05.2023 - 05.2023

I volunteered as a coach for my STARS Plus students at PNHS.

Volunteer

Special Needs Classroom
08.2022 - Current

Every day Monday-Friday on my lunch and study hall hour I volunteer in the STARS plus students classroom. I work with each student on their goals anywhere from teaching them to read, write and complete math to teaching them daily necessities such as vacuuming, cooking and cleaning. This is one of my favorite things to do. I have built strong life long friendships with these students.

Education

High School Diploma -

Plainfield High School
Plainfield, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Event Planning
  • Soliciting Donations
  • Fundraising Events
  • Community Service
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Staff Assistance
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Classroom Management
  • Educational Settings
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Attention to Detail
  • Positive Attitude

Languages

American Sign Language

Timeline

Volunteer

Lincoln Elementary
08.2023 - 10.2023

Volunteer

Special Olympics
05.2023 - 05.2023

Volunteer

Special Needs Classroom
08.2022 - Current

Volunteer

Children's Miracle Network
05.2020 - 05.2023

Volunteer

Feed My Starving Children
03.2019 - 09.2023

Volunteer

Plainfield Public Library
03.2019 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Plainfield High School
Samantha Herrera