Lisa Samson
Matamoras,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record in fostering student achievement and holistic development. Expert in differentiated instruction and classroom management, blending hard skills like health education with soft skills such as collaborative teamwork. Recognized for elevating student engagement and safety, achieving notable improvements in physical fitness benchmarks. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Port Jervis Central School District
09.2021 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 8 children.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
- Promote the development of student social skills and self regulation.
- Use of appropriate interventions to assist students who have behavioral problems.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
Substitute Teacher
Minisink Valley Central School District
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Pre-K Teacher
Heather's Child's Place
09.2009 - 06.2016
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Physical Education Teacher
Warwick Valley Central School District
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2004
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
Milford, PA06.2000
Skills
- Health Education
- Instructional support
- Physical Education
- Student and parent relations
- Special Education Support
- Behavior Management
- Small Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student safety
- Activity implementation
- Positive Attitude
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom Management
Certification
Physical education Initial
Teaching Assistant level 3
active involvement in community activities
volunteer coach of numerous youth sports teams
volunteer for youth organizations to assist with duties such as field maintenance, uniform sorting, evaluation of players, etc
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Port Jervis Central School District
09.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Minisink Valley Central School District
09.2016 - 03.2020
Pre-K Teacher
Heather's Child's Place
09.2009 - 06.2016
Physical Education Teacher
Warwick Valley Central School District
09.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
Physical education Initial
Teaching Assistant level 3
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