Samantha Rankin
Pine Plains Central School District
Ancramdale,NY
3
Languages
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated support specialist with a background in custodial services, event assistance, and customer interaction. Known for punctuality, physical stamina, and ability to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students and staff.
Work History
School Custodian
2 Years 3 Months- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of classrooms, hallways, and facilities.
- Assisted in setup and breakdown of school events and activities.
- Performed routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards.
- Utilized cleaning equipment and supplies efficiently to ensure quality standards.
- Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Maintained positive relationships with coworkers by providing support in their tasks and sharing knowledge about best practices in custodial work.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
Camp Counselor
2 Months- Supervised daily camp activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all participants.
- Developed and implemented recreational programs that enhanced camper participation and enjoyment.
- Trained new counselors on safety protocols, activity facilitation, and camper interaction techniques.
- Fostered a positive camp environment by resolving conflicts and promoting teamwork among campers.
- Assisted in organizing special events, coordinating logistics to ensure successful execution.
- 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.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Sales Associate
2 Months- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to optimize store presentation and drive sales.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient customer service.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Restaurant Hostess
1 Year 6 Months- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring exceptional first impressions and welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing table turnover and enhancing guest experience.
- Coordinated with kitchen and service staff to ensure timely food delivery during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new host staff, fostering teamwork and efficiency in operations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- 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.
Private Dog Sitter
2 Years 7 Months- Developed and implemented customized care plans for diverse dog breeds to meet individual needs.
- Managed daily feeding, walking, and exercise schedules to ensure optimal pet health and well-being.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through consistent communication and personalized service.
- Trained dogs in basic obedience commands, enhancing behavior and improving owner satisfaction.
- Supervised multiple pets simultaneously, ensuring safety and comfort during care sessions.
- Monitored health conditions of pets, promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies as needed.
- Supported clients during extended travel by providing consistent updates, photos, and videos of their pets'' activities and wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
- Yoga Club Member
- Relevant Coursework: Teachers Assistant for PASC (Performance of Social Change)
High School Diploma
- Honoree of Sportsmanship
- Honor Roll [2019-2023]
- Completed AP course in [Biology, World History, American History]
- Ranked in Top 7 of class
- [ National Honor Society] Member
- Elected Captain of Varsity Soccer
- Knights Against Cancer Club Member
- LGBTQ+ Club Member
- Spanish Club Member
- Book Club Member
- Sewing Club Member
- Biology Club Member
Skills
Punctuality
Cleaning and sanitizing
Attention to detail
Responsible and dependable
Time management
Room setup and breakdown
Furniture moving
Customer service
Physical stamina
Work prioritization
Event support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Elementary
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Copake Camping Resort
06.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Sales Associate
Maurices
06.2024 - 08.2024Read More
School Custodian
Pine Plains Central School District
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Restaurant Hostess
The Colony Seafood and Steakhouse
02.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Private Dog Sitter
Sarah Miller, Palma LaBarbra
01.2021 - 08.2023Read More
SUNY Geneseo
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Silver Creek High School
High School Diploma
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