Samantha Sands
Kentland
Summary
I am a motivated, hard working and a dedicated individual with many years of experience in retail management, asset protection and home health care. During the last several years I also maintained employment as a substitute teacher. I am organized, detailed and ready to take on new task while seeking long term employment. Throughout most of the last twenty years I grew with 3 companies, almost always maintaining two jobs and always giving my very best. I have a passion for helping others and always strive to be grow as an individual, giving nothing less than the my very best.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Teacher
South Newton School
Kentland
08.2020 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to engage students in diverse subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to prepare instructional materials and resources.
Home Health Aide
Help At Home Health Care
Danville
08.2023 - 01.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Ensured a safe and clean living environment through routine housekeeping tasks.
- Assisted in mobility exercises and physical therapy sessions under supervision.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to privacy regulations in client care practices.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Cash office /District Asset Protection Manager
Walmart
Watseka
04.2014 - 10.2023
- Developed loss prevention strategies to protect company assets and reduce shrinkage.
- Conducted comprehensive audits to assess compliance with security protocols.
- Trained associates on theft prevention techniques and emergency response procedures.
- Implemented safety programs to enhance workplace security and employee awareness.
- Led investigations into internal theft and coordinated disciplinary actions as needed.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to ensure effective asset protection solutions.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Kankakee Community
Beecher, IL 05.2009 - 03.2011
Beecher Community High
Beecher, ILSkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Instructional collaboration
- Client monitoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Record keeping
- Effective communication
- Loss prevention management
- Personal care assistance
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Help At Home Health Care
08.2023 - 01.2026
Substitute Teacher
South Newton School
08.2020 - Current
Cash office /District Asset Protection Manager
Walmart
04.2014 - 10.2023
Business Administration And Management
Kankakee Community
05.2009 - 03.2011
Beecher Community High