Samantha Sunderhaft
Chagrin Falls
Summary
Health Sciences Scholars student at The Ohio State University on the pre-dental track, committed to pursuing pediatric dentistry. Passionate about expanding access to oral healthcare, patient education, and creating supportive experiences for children and families. Actively building clinical, research, and leadership skills through campus involvement and community outreach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Assistant
The James Cancer Research Hospital
08.2025 - Current
- Supported patient intake processes and ensured accurate data entry.
- Assisted staff with daily administrative tasks and patient coordination.
Head Elf
Santa's Hide Hideaway Hollow
01.2017 - Current
- Visiting terminally ill, sick or challenged children in their homes, local hospitals or Santa’s village
Host
Blazlin Bills
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
- Greeted customers and managed seating arrangements for optimal flow.
- Assisted in training new hosts on procedures and customer service standards.
Child Care Attendant
The Country Club
Pepper Pike
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe environment at the country club.
- Assisted in planning and organizing recreational programs for children.
- Monitored children's behavior to promote positive interactions and conflict resolution.
Private Nanny
Local Family
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided daily care and supervision for children in a safe environment.
- Maintained open communication with parents about children's progress and behavior.
- Planned and organized educational activities and playtime for skill development.
Education
High School Diploma - Chagrin Falls, OH
Kenston High School
Chagrin Falls, OH05.2024
Skills
- Project planning and coordination
- Customer service excellence
- Effective communication skills
- Data accuracy and integrity
- Childcare supervision and support
- Team collaboration
- Analytical problem solving
Volunteer Work And Employment
- Blazlin Bills Host
- Student Assistant, The James Cancer Research Hospital
- Child Care Attendant, The Country Club
- Head Elf, Santa's Hide Hideaway Hollow, since 2017, Visiting terminally ill, sick or challenged children in their homes, local hospitals or Santa’s village
High School Activities
- National Honor Society
- Northeast Ohio Teen Accelerate Competition for Business, Selected as a finalist and interviewed by WKYC
- Girl Scouts, Elected Vice President (three years), Historian (two years), Newspaper reporter (two years)
- Kenston High School Varsity Basketball
- Kenston High School Student Council, Member for three years; Executive Board for one year
- 4-H Geauga County Fashion Board, Elected President for two years, Elected Vice President for one year
- 4-H Giggles and Stitches Sewing Club, 9 years
Education
Ohio State University, OSU ACEs Scholar, ACEs leadership council, VP of Service for ACEs, Special Olympics, Buckeye Buddies, PenPals, Tri Delta Sorority, DEI Sorority Committee, AP Scholar, 05/24, AP English Language III and AP Government and Politics; U.S. awards, 05/23, Rotary Senior, 05/24, Varsity Letter for Athletic Training, 05/22, President’s Education Award for Outstanding Community Service, 05/21 - 05/24, Bronze, Silver, Gold Girl Scout Awards, 05/22, 4-H Outstanding Member, 05/22
Timeline
Student Assistant
The James Cancer Research Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Host
Blazlin Bills
05.2025 - 08.2025
Child Care Attendant
The Country Club
05.2025 - 08.2025
Private Nanny
Local Family
04.2024 - 08.2024
Head Elf
Santa's Hide Hideaway Hollow
01.2017 - Current
High School Diploma - Chagrin Falls, OH
Kenston High School