Samuel Ruskin
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Results-driven sales associate with a track record of exceeding company goals. Recognized for creating long-lasting relationships with clients and solving complex problems. Ready to leverage expertise in research, communication, and teamwork to support clients and colleagues alike.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Footwear Etc.
Encinitas, California
12.2025 - Current
- Exceeds daily sales goals of 1,600 dollars with an average price-per-transaction of 190 dollars.
- Identifies customer ailments and utilizes specialized product knowledge to provide tailored recommendations.
- Arranges new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and advertise new styles.
Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place Montessori
Poway, California
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented Montessori methods for classes of 15+ children.
- Encouraged emotional maturity and understanding for children aged 0-5 through developmentally appropriate activities.
- Assessed student development through observation and documentation, collaborating with parents to support growth across all 7 classrooms.
Dishwasher
Hillside Dining
Long Beach, California
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies, dinnerware and utensils, and reported discrepancies to ensure that back-of-house operations ran smoothly.
- Supported the team by cooking, checking in customers, and completing special requests.
Education
Paralegal Certification -
UC: Davis
Davis, CA03-2024
Early Education Units -
Theoria Technical College
Carlsbad, CA12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
CSU: Long Beach
Long Beach, CA01-2021
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Client retention
- Policy research
- Problem-solving
- File organization
- LexisNexis
- Microsoft Office
- Product knowledge
Affiliations
- Caretaker, 2023-Present
- Python Coursework, 2025-Present
Timeline
Sales Associate
Footwear Etc.
12.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher
The Growing Place Montessori
02.2022 - 04.2023
Dishwasher
Hillside Dining
02.2019 - 06.2020
Paralegal Certification -
UC: Davis
Early Education Units -
Theoria Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
CSU: Long Beach