Samiah Lee
Explorers Program
New York
7
Years of experience
This person's ability to adjust to changes in her work environment is impeccable, always on time, usually earlier then supposed, effortlessly bring people together, works well with kids from toddler to teenager, vice versa for young adults to senior citizens, she is a quick learner
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Supported lead teacher with lesson preparation and instructional materials organization.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting student engagement and collaboration.
- Adapted teaching materials to meet diverse student learning needs and styles.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and encouragement to enhance learning outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff to ensure alignment on educational goals.
- Implemented classroom routines that increased efficiency and minimized disruptions during lessons.
- Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized support plans for students requiring additional assistance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
Pet Sitter
- Provided daily care for pets, ensuring safety and comfort in home environments.
- Implemented feeding schedules tailored to individual pet needs and preferences.
- Monitored pet health and behavior, reporting any concerns to owners promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of pet living areas, promoting hygiene and well-being.
- Adapted quickly to various pet personalities, enhancing overall care quality.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
House Sitter
- Managed pet care responsibilities, including feeding, walking, and administering medications as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces, enhancing overall property appeal.
- Provided daily updates to homeowners regarding property status and any observed issues.
- Monitored home security systems to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access.
- Developed strong relationships with homeowners through effective communication and trust-building practices.
- Adapted quickly to diverse household environments, ensuring seamless transitions during assignments.
- Secured locks and entryways to prevent unauthorized access by persons not approved by owners.
- Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
- Performed light cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, and wiping down bathrooms.
- Brought in mail and newspaper to maintain appearance of activity at client residence.
Operational Excellence Manager
- Developed and implemented operational improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Led cross-functional teams in identifying process bottlenecks and recommending targeted solutions.
- Streamlined standard operating procedures, resulting in improved compliance and reduced errors across departments.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices and operational excellence methodologies.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement efforts across operations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align operational goals with overall business strategy, enhancing productivity.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a culture of accountability and performance excellence.
- Spearheaded root cause analysis projects, implementing corrective actions that enhanced service delivery quality.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to assess operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
Babysitter
- Supervised children to ensure safety and adherence to routines.
- Planned and facilitated engaging activities promoting cognitive and physical development.
- Assisted with homework, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to encourage positive interactions among children.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and equipment.
- Adapted caregiving strategies to meet individual needs of each child.
- Developed trusting relationships with families, enhancing overall satisfaction with services provided.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Volunteer
4 Years 4 Months- Assisted in planning and organizing community outreach events to engage participants.
- Supported program facilitators by preparing materials and setting up activities.
- Collaborated with team members to foster a welcoming environment for all participants.
- Adapted quickly to changing needs during events, ensuring smooth operations.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Positive attitude
Effective communication
Calm and patient demeanor
Relationship building
Classroom management
Cleaning and sanitizing
Classroom support
Student tutoring
Student engagement
Helping students with special needs
Behavior redirection
Classroom preparation and maintenance
Grading assignments
Material preparation
Individual student assistance
Collaborative teamwork
Honest and trustworthy
Punctual and reliable
Flexible schedule
Patience and empathy
Problem-solving
Time management
Strong work ethic
Extracurricular activities
I used to play field hockey for around 2 years in middle school, I played alto saxophone in high school for 3 years at Midwood High School
Timeline
Volunteer
Explorers Program
01.2022 - 05.2026Read More
Teacher's Assistant
Christopher Rumpolo
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Pet Sitter
People In My Neighborhood
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House Sitter
Anyone In Need
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Operational Excellence Manager
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Babysitter
Anyone In Need
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Midwood High School
High School Diploma
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