Samantha Diderrich
Oconomowoc
Summary
Experienced kindergarten and first grade teacher specializing in differentiated lesson planning. Proven ability to assess student performance and implement strategies that enhance academic and social development, ensuring a vibrant learning atmosphere.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten/1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Watertown Unified School District
Watertown, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Differentiated lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers and soon to be teachers by sharing best practices for classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student academic progress and behavioral development.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, including Aimsweb, ensuring accurate tracking of progress.
- Ran point on our career readiness day in school.
- Lead our School Culture and Climate committee.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Kindergarten Teacher
Watertown Unified School District-Douglas
Watertown, WI
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
- Created a positive classroom environment that encouraged student engagement and active participation.
- Assessed student progress through observation and tailored instructional strategies to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student development and address behavioral concerns.
Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher
Watertown Unified School District-Lincoln STEM
Watertown, WI
08.2018 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
Mukwonago Area School District
Mukwonago, WI
10.2017 - 06.2018
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WIBachelor's in Education - Elementary Education 3K-3rd Grade
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2012
Skills
- Phonics instruction-Recently completed Keys to Literacy training coinciding with ACT 20, familiar with Fountas and Pennell and currently teaching HMH
- Reading instruction-Familiar with guided reading groups, readers workshop
- Math instruction-Familiar with Bridges Mathematics
- Parent-teacher communication is important in creating a positive environment in the classroom I do this with weekly newsletters, using our Rooms communication app and sending positive notes home with students
- Peer collaboration is something that is necessary to make a mixed grade classroom run My teacher partner and I work hard to make sure we are meeting the needs of all our students and are keeping each other up to date on what is happening during each other's teaching time
- Project-based learning in my STEM school is what keeps students interested in learning I use hands-on, technology, writing and reading to keep my students engaged and learning
- Team leader on our School Culture and Climate committee- I help oversee aspects of our school that could either be improved or celebrated based on data that we collect as a team As part of this committee I have also helped oversee our yearly career day by emailing/calling various businesses or asking families if they are interested in sharing more about their career
- Member of our District's data team I work with various district individuals to analyze data in our district The data we analyze varies every month from academic to attendance
Timeline
Kindergarten/1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Watertown Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Watertown Unified School District-Douglas
08.2021 - 06.2022
Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher
Watertown Unified School District-Lincoln STEM
08.2018 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
Mukwonago Area School District
10.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Waukesha County Technical College
Bachelor's in Education - Elementary Education 3K-3rd Grade
Grand Canyon University