Samantha Romero
Fort Lee
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in fundraising and event coordination at Kaiserslautern Middle School. Proven ability to manage budgets and reconcile financial records while fostering community engagement. Adept at classroom management and delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive and productive environment for students and families alike.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
PTO Volunteer
Kaiserslautern Middle School
Vogelweh
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted with fundraising efforts to enhance school programs and resources.
- Coordinated with other volunteers to ensure smooth functioning of various activities during school events.
Classroom Volunteer
Vogelweh Elementary School
Vogelweh
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom activities.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained an orderly learning environment.
- Attended school events such as field trips and assemblies.
- Offered general support to instructors, handed out documents and straightened up classrooms.
- Graded student assignments and provided feedback.
PTO Volunteer
Kaiserslautern Middle School
Vogelweh
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted with fundraising efforts to enhance school programs and resources.
- Coordinated with other volunteers to ensure smooth functioning of various activities during school events.
Classroom Volunteer
Vogelweh Elementary School
Vogelweh
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom activities.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained an orderly learning environment.
- Attended school events such as field trips and assemblies.
- Promoted positive relationships between students by encouraging kindness and respect.
- Mentored students in academics to build skill levels.
PTO Treasurer
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
Schofield Barracks
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed financial records for school events and activities.
- Prepared and presented budget proposals to the Parent-Teacher Organization.
- Organized and tracked expenditures for school initiatives and projects.
- Developed reports to summarize financial status for meetings and planning sessions.
- Reconciled bank statements on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of account balances.
- Processed payments for vendors providing services or goods to the organization in a timely manner.
Classroom Volunteer
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
Wahiawa
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Helped implement classroom rules to promote a positive learning atmosphere.
- Offered general support to instructors, handed out documents and straightened up classrooms.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times.
- Oversaw safety and well-being of students under care during teacher absences.
Classroom Volunteer
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
Wahiawa
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Supported students with learning tasks and facilitated group discussions.
- Helped implement classroom rules to promote a positive learning atmosphere.
- Attended school events such as field trips and assemblies.
- Read stories to children individually or in groups.
- Helped set up classrooms for special events or activities.
Store Associate
Babies "R" Us
Brooklyn
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise to enhance store presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the store environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills at all times.
Store Associate
Flavour
Brooklyn
05.2007 - 12.2009
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise to enhance store presentation.
- Operated cash register and handled transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional, and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY05-2007
High School Diploma -
Fontbonne Academy
Brooklyn, NY05-2005
Some College (No Degree) - History
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NYSkills
- Fundraising
- Event coordination
- Classroom management
- Budget preparation
- Financial reconciliation
- Community engagement
- Customer service
- Communication
- Record keeping
- Teamwork
Timeline
PTO Volunteer
Kaiserslautern Middle School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Classroom Volunteer
Vogelweh Elementary School
09.2023 - 06.2024
PTO Volunteer
Kaiserslautern Middle School
10.2022 - 06.2023
Classroom Volunteer
Vogelweh Elementary School
10.2022 - 06.2023
PTO Treasurer
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
09.2018 - 06.2019
Classroom Volunteer
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
09.2017 - 05.2018
Classroom Volunteer
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
09.2016 - 05.2017
Store Associate
Babies "R" Us
01.2010 - 06.2012
Store Associate
Flavour
05.2007 - 12.2009
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kingsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Fontbonne Academy
Some College (No Degree) - History
College of Staten Island
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