Samantha Murray
Metuchen,NJ
Summary
Currently attending The College of New Jersey, pursuing a degree in Special Education with a focus on elementary education and psychology. Goal is to secure a job that provides valuable insights into the teaching field and allows building a strong foundation of experience for future endeavors in this field.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Worker
AMC Menlo Mall
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Part-time Worker
Applebees
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Delivered pick-up and curbside orders to guests.
- Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
Volunteer
Metuchen Library
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
Volunteer
Bicycle Shop
- Serviced, maintained and repaired bicycles with focus on efficiency, quality and safety.
- Cleaned and lubricated bicycle parts.
Camp Counselor
Edison Recreation Center
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
Practicum Student
The College of New Jersey
09.2023 - Current
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Psychology
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ05-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Metuchen High School
Metuchen, New JerseySkills
- Microsoft Word
- Cleaning
- Site clearing
- Work planning and scheduling
- Safety and compliance
- Problem-solving
- Creativity and innovation
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal and written communication
- Maintenance
- Customer service
- Crew support
Activitiesandvolunteerexperience
- Volunteered at Metuchen Library, a couple of months
- Volunteered at a bicycle shop
- Active in many organizations on campus
Timeline
Practicum Student
The College of New Jersey
09.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Edison Recreation Center
07.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Metuchen High School
Part-time Worker
AMC Menlo Mall
Part-time Worker
Applebees
Volunteer
Metuchen Library
Volunteer
Bicycle Shop
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Psychology
The College of New Jersey
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