Samari Duran
Reedley,CA
Summary
Recent Bachelor's graduate in Psychology with a minor in Special Education. Compassionate, dependable, and motivated professional with experience supporting individuals and families through volunteer service, peer mentoring, and childcare. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills developed through work in customer service and caregiving roles. Passionate about helping others, building meaningful relationships, and contributing to positive outcomes in diverse community settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Live-Out Nanny
Los Altos, CA
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Facilitated effective communication with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
- Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
- Transported children safely to school events, doctor appointments, extracurricular activities using proper car seat protocols.
- Assisted older children with homework assignments offering guidance and clarification when needed to reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Live-Out Nanny
Daly City, CA
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in meal preparation, focusing on balanced nutrition tailored to children's dietary needs.
- Coordinated playdates and group activities, fostering social development in a collaborative setting.
- Provided consistent discipline according to parental guidelines while respecting individual child''s needs.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Live-Out Nanny
San Francisco, CA
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Facilitated effective communication with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
Waitress
MainStreet Cafe
Reedley, CA
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables, ensuring timely order taking and food delivery.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions.
- Trained new staff on menu offerings, service standards, and operational protocols.
- Processed payments accurately using POS systems to ensure efficient transactions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism and care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2026
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Activity planning
- Childcare expertise
- Safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Educational support
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Food handling training
- Strong multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Memory retention
- Complaint resolution
- Customer service
Certification
- Sexual Abuse Awareness Training, Abuse Prevention Systems.com - (2025)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Avid Reader
- Community Cleanup
- Volunteer Work
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Live-Out Nanny
08.2024 - 05.2026
Live-Out Nanny
09.2023 - 05.2024
Live-Out Nanny
01.2023 - 12.2023
Waitress
MainStreet Cafe
03.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Francisco State University