Samantha Smith
Covington
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Munford Elementary School, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Fostered strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing learning through differentiated instruction and data-driven assessments. Committed to motivating students and promoting a supportive environment for diverse learning needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Munford Elementary School
08.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Education
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2024
Master Of Education - Reading
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2019
Bachelors - Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN05.2016
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student-centered learning
- Student assessment
- Student rapport
- Data-driven instruction
- Student engagement
Timeline
Teacher
Munford Elementary School
08.2016 - Current
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Master Of Education - Reading
Arkansas State University
Bachelors - Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
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