Open To Work
Samiah Gross
Great Mills
Summary
Senior Health Science student with strong experience in academic instruction, student leadership, and administrative support. Proven ability to balance a 3.6 GPA with athletics, leadership roles, and volunteer work. Skilled in communication, organization, and working in fast-paced environments. Seeking an entry-level position in healthcare, clinical research, or patient-centered settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Secretary
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Managed executive schedules and coordinated appointments to optimize communication flow among staff and faculty.
- Prepared meeting agendas and recorded minutes for university board meetings, supporting effective decision-making processes.
- Coordinated meetings and organized campus-wide initiatives, fostering greater engagement within Student Association.
Resident Assistant
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Acted as a primary point of contact for conflict resolution, crisis response, and community-building initiatives. Collaborated with Residence Life staff to foster inclusive, supportive, and development-focused environment for students. Through effective communication, team leadership, and strong organizational skills, I helped cultivate a positive residential experience and contributed to the overall success of the campus community.
- Led leadership, mentorship, and operational support initiatives within residence hall community at Washington Adventist University. I supervised and trained a team of Resident Assistants, coordinated programming that promoted student engagement and well-being, and ensured adherence to university policies and safety protocols.
- Organized events that promoted community engagement among diverse student groups.
- Assisted residents with conflict resolution and provided support services.
- Organized educational programs and workshops for personal development.
Teacher Assistant
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Teacher Assistant at Washington Adventist University with three years of experience supporting instruction across multiple upper-division biology courses, including BIO 161 (College Biology I), BIO 162 (College Biology II), BIO 330 (Systems Physiology), and BIO 350 (Genetics).
- Facilitated collaborative learning activities, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Led group activities, promoting teamwork and deeper learning among students.
- Assisted lead teacher with lesson planning and classroom management, ensuring a structured learning environment.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop educational resources and tools for classes.
Cashier
Beauty Beyond
Lexington Park
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Cashier Clerk at Beauty Beyond Supply, providing customer-focused service in a fast-paced retail environment. I handled transactions efficiently, assisted customers with product selection, restocked merchandise, and maintained an organized, welcoming storefront. Through this role, I developed strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while creating a positive shopping experience for diverse customers.
- Processed cash and credit transactions accurately to ensure smooth customer checkout.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, contributing to improved customer satisfaction.
Retail Associate
Kohl's
Great Mills
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting, assisting customers, and ensuring a neat and organized sales floor while supporting management with daily operations.
- Guided customers in product selection and addressed inquiries to enhance their shopping experience.
- Processed transactions accurately at the cash register.
- Organized and maintained merchandise displays to facilitate easy access and promote sales.
- Worked with team members to replenish shelves in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park, MD05-2026
Skills
- Client management
- Communication skills
- Event planning
- Team leadership
- Dispute resolution
- Outreach programs
- Health awareness
- Teaching support
Accomplishments
- Newcomer of the Year 2022 WAUWVB
- Freshman of the Year 2022 WAUWVB
- Biology Student of The Year
- Most Valuable Player WAUWVB (2024, 2025)
- More Than An Athlete WAU E.X.C.E.L.S
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$20/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Executive Secretary
Washington Adventist University
08.2025 - 05.2026
Resident Assistant
Washington Adventist University
08.2023 - 05.2026
Teacher Assistant
Washington Adventist University
08.2023 - 05.2026
Retail Associate
Kohl's
10.2020 - 01.2021
Cashier
Beauty Beyond
08.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Washington Adventist University