SAMANTHA KOTEKA
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
A motivated and adaptable leader with international experience in mentoring, supporting individuals and coordinating teams. My current role has strengthen my ability to build relationships, communicate effectively with different people, stay organised, maintain accurate records and provided support when challenges arises. l am seeking to bring these skills into an International Student Advisor role where I can provide guidance, support students with thier individual needs and contribute to a positivie and welcoming student advisor.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Leadership Training Director
Camp Lake Hubert
Nisswa, MN
05.2026 - 09.2026
- Mentored 15-17 year old girls through leadership, team building and problem solving. Providing individual guidance and feedback that helped campers build confidence, communication and decision making skills.
- Reviewed and assessed successful camper applications, including 350-500 word written responses about handling rejection and disappointment, leadership experiences and working relationships. I used this information to develop a strong understanding of each camper background, strengths and individual support.
- Monitored camper progress and wellbeing by regularly reviewing journals and staff check ins. Identifying potential concerns or challenges and providing appropriate support, feedback and followup throughout the program.
- Coordinated groups of 10-18 campers, managing daily activity assignments and camp responsibilities while ensuring each campers had opportunities develop independence, teamwork and leadership skills.
- Communicated program expectations, responsibilities and camper needs to a team of six staff members, ensuring consistent information and support across leadership training program.
- Managed and maintained accurates camper records by reviewing documentation and progress updates, scanning and digitally filing records and ensuring information was organized, up to date and easily accessible for staff.
Camp Counselor
Camp Lake Hubert
Lake Hubert, MN
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised and supported children of varying ages, ensuring their safety, engagement, and well-being throughout daily camp activities.
- Collaborated with diverse team of counselors, attending pre-camp training and teambuilding sessions to strengthen teamwork and enhance camp experience.
- Promoted inclusion, cooperation, and respectful behavior among children, helping to resolve minor conflicts and support well-being.
- Promoted inclusion and cooperation among children, facilitating conflict resolution and supporting overall well-being.
Front of House
Toby's Seafood LTD
Otahuhu, New Zealand
01.2021 - 02.2025
- Greeted customers, delivering friendly service to enhance their experience
- Maintained shop floor presentation, ensuring cleanliness and organization
- Dealing with Customer complaints and resolving
- Processed payments using POS systems accurately and efficiently
- Ensure the shop floor is well presented, clean and tidy at all times
- Addressed customer complaints effectively
Education
Mandated Reporter Training -
MN Child Welfare Training Academy
Minneota, MN06.2026
Pre-entry Preparation Level 4 - Police/Defence Force Preparation
Edvance Workplace Education
Online Learning06.2023
Certificate Level 5 - Proficiency in Learning in A Digital World
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ03.2022
NCEA LEVEL 3 -
Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School
Otara, NZ11.2021
Certificate Level 4 - Customer Service in corresponding emails
MIT
Manukau, NZ09.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Organizational development
- Experience in Microsoft programs
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Adaptability
- Empathy
Certification
- First Aid / CPR AED
06 June 2025 - 06 June 2027
Timeline
Leadership Training Director
Camp Lake Hubert
05.2026 - 09.2026
Camp Counselor
Camp Lake Hubert
05.2025 - 08.2025
Front of House
Toby's Seafood LTD
01.2021 - 02.2025
Certificate Level 4 - Customer Service in corresponding emails
MIT
NCEA LEVEL 3 -
Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School
Certificate Level 5 - Proficiency in Learning in A Digital World
Auckland University of Technology
Mandated Reporter Training -
MN Child Welfare Training Academy
Pre-entry Preparation Level 4 - Police/Defence Force Preparation
Edvance Workplace Education