SAMYA HOWARD
New York,NY
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Experienced with solid background in child care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Specialist
Services For Underserved
01.2025 - Current
- Provided attentive and nurturing care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children of various age groups.
- Developed and implemented engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development in children.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and address any concerns regarding their development.
- Coordinated with local organizations to organize community events focused on child wellness and education.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in childcare and child safety protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with children, fostering trust and encouraging open communication.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere that encouraged creativity and exploration.
Food Service Associate
City New York Health & Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Ensures handheld tablet is fully operational prior to visiting patients and obtaining meal order selections. Greets patients; discusses and obtains their menu selections for the next day’s meals, adhering to dietary restrictions (as applicable); and confirms and inputs patients’ choices.
- Checks patients’ trays for allergens and special requests; proper reheating; and accuracy, ensuring all items on tray ticket. Makes additional rounds to ensure selections have been received from all patients, as appropriate.
- In adherence with meal time schedules and infection control guidelines, delivers meal trays via carts.
- Engages in service recovery to address patient complaints
Guest Experience
Mars M&M World
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Credit/Debit transactions, Money Handling, Customer Service
- Training employees, Greeting Customers
- Organize inventory, Stock Merchandise
- Provided support to the store, Sanitize and food protocol
Cashier /Rep
Morton Williams Supermarket
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Stock inventory, Customer service, Training employees
- Money handling, Answering phones/filing administrative duties
Cashier
Key Food
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Front Cashier/Customer service
- Money handling, Credit/Debit transactions, Customer Service
- Provided Support to store/Respectful Greet to customers
Front Cashier/stock
Burlington Coat Factory
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Front Cashier/Stocks
- Money handling, Credit card transitions and customer service.
- Stock merchandise and all incoming inventory Greet customers and provide support to store
Education
A.A.S - Business Management
BMCC
New York, NY01-2023
Skills
- Child safety protocols
- Resourcefulness and creativity
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Quick learner
- Efficient money handling
Timeline
Childcare Specialist
Services For Underserved
01.2025 - Current
Food Service Associate
City New York Health & Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2024
Guest Experience
Mars M&M World
03.2023 - 05.2023
Cashier /Rep
Morton Williams Supermarket
04.2022 - 09.2022
Cashier
Key Food
11.2021 - 04.2022
Front Cashier/stock
Burlington Coat Factory
03.2021 - 06.2021
A.A.S - Business Management
BMCC