Samantha Griff
Stillwater
Summary
Art education candidate with hands-on teaching experience in classroom, community, and international settings. Experienced in lesson planning, classroom management, and guiding students across multiple age groups in creative projects. Passionate about fostering artistic growth, appreciation, and a supportive learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
StillyArts
01.2026 - Current
- - Teach art classes, guide projects, and foster artistic skill development across age groups
Teacher
Renaissance School at Richmond
01.2025 - Current
- - Planned and led hands-on learning activities
- - Built structured, supportive classroom environments and managed student behavior
Substitute Teacher
Stillwater Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
- - Implemented lesson plans and maintained classroom management across grade levels
Student Teaching
American School of Bangkok Green Valley
11.2025 - 12.2025
- - Supported art instruction in an international classroom setting
- - Collaborated with lead teachers and engaged students across diverse cultural backgrounds
Student Teaching
Richmond Elementary
08.2025 - 11.2025
- - Led and assisted in elementary art instruction, lesson planning, and classroom management
- - Adapted lessons to support diverse learners and foster creativity
Live Printing
Prairie Arts Center
01.2024 - 01.2024
- - Created linoleum prints and ran a live booth at the Stillwater Arts Festival
- - Donated profits to OSU printmaking program
Studio Assistant
OSU Department of Art
01.2022 - 01.2024
- - Assisted sculpture students with tools and techniques in wood and metal shops
Intern
Prairie Arts Center
01.2022 - 01.2022
- - Taught 6-week art courses for 40+ students ages 5–15
- - Developed lesson plans and introduced art history and techniques
Education
BA - Studio Art
Oklahoma State University
12.2024
Graphic Design Certificate -
Meridian Technology Center
05.2018
Certification
- Oklahoma State Department of Education | Art | K–12 (Anticipated 2026)
- Entry-Level Child-Care Training (ELCCT) | Oklahoma University (2025)
- CPR & First Aid Certified (2025)
Awards & Honors
Student Network Scholarship, Oklahoma State University (2025), Dean’s Honor Roll, Oklahoma State University (2021–2024)
Timeline
Art Teacher
StillyArts
01.2026 - Current
Student Teaching
American School of Bangkok Green Valley
11.2025 - 12.2025
Student Teaching
Richmond Elementary
08.2025 - 11.2025
Teacher
Renaissance School at Richmond
01.2025 - Current
Live Printing
Prairie Arts Center
01.2024 - 01.2024
Substitute Teacher
Stillwater Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Studio Assistant
OSU Department of Art
01.2022 - 01.2024
Intern
Prairie Arts Center
01.2022 - 01.2022
BA - Studio Art
Oklahoma State University
Graphic Design Certificate -
Meridian Technology Center