Samantha Erling
Literacy Specialist & Teacher
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with deep commitment to fostering literacy development. Well-versed in literacy instruction techniques and curriculum design, with expertise in creating effective, culturally-responsive lessons. Driven to enhance students' reading and writing skills to make meaningful impact on their academic success and mindset. Seeking opportunity to develop instructional techniques and curriculum in a new specialized role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
English Language Arts, Social Studies, and English Language Development Teacher
San Francisco Unified School District
01.2016 - Current
- Teach classes of diverse academic levels and backgrounds (20-30 students per class, 5 classes)
- Collect literacy level in each class by assessing students' reading and writing levels
- Create differentiated reading and writing lessons and groups based on literacy data
- Craft literacy plans for students with student-specific goals and strategic actions for teachers and families
- Collaborate with colleagues to build literacy across all content areas
- Build community and trust within the classroom environment by implementing classroom systems and routines to maintain classroom culture and safety
- Attend and participate in staff development meetings
- Collaborate with the Student Support Department to build in social emotional safety and development into all classrooms.
Literacy Specialist & Intervention Facilitator
San Francisco Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
- Lead small group instruction with targeted comprehension and writing support.
- Assess all students (200-300) to gather school-wide base line reading data.
- Develop comprehensive literacy curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Promote a love for reading by crafting book lists and book orders for all classroom libraries.
- Enhance student learning by collaborating with teachers to develop differentiated instruction strategies to support growing literacy.
- Increase parent engagement through consistent communication about student progress and opportunities for support at home.
- Improve literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and assessments for struggling students.
- Provide targeted professional development opportunities for teachers on literacy instruction techniques and strategies.
Academic Liaison
YMCA - Beacon After School
01.2016 - Current
- Assess student literacy levels and interests
- Lead weekly reading intervention groups for students who are below grade level reading standards and for English language learners (newcomers and long-term multi-lingual students)
- Supported academic success of student-athletes by monitoring academic progress and offering guidance when needed.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students to facilitate effective communication regarding academic issues or concerns.
MLK Running Club Advisor
01.2016 - 03.2020
- Co-advise a running club once a week after school
- Train and organize participation in a 5K race each semester
Student Teacher
University of San Francisco
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Taught 6th ELA/SS core of Expanding English Learners
- Maintained full control of the class' lessons, supplemental activities, and behavior
- Held weekly Spanish small group class for native speakers to build biliteracy
Spanish Bilingual Paraprofessional
San Francisco Unified School District
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Aided in the English Language Development classes
- Translated and interpreted lessons for multilingual learners
English Teacher
EClass South America
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Taught intermediate and advanced English at a local all girls high school
- Designed efficient and creative lesson plans
- Prepared students for English proficiency tests-TOEIC, FCE, KET, PET
English Teacher
The Language Company
03.2013 - 12.2013
- Designed efficient and creative lesson plans for adult and adolescent English learners
- Used assessment data to students' goals to craft units of study
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Reading
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, California 05.2001 -
Single Subject Teaching Credential - English
University of San Francisco
San Francisco , California 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics & Spanish
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California 05.2001 -
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Balanced literacy
- Readers' and writers' workshop
- Trained in various literacy curriculums
- Whole class & small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Supporting & coaching developing teachers
- Professional development planning
- Lesson modification & accommodation planning
- Curriculum development
- Backwards planning
- Student evaluation & assessment
- Universal lesson design
Professional Development
- Project Based Learning through New Tech Network
- Readers' and Writers' Workshop and Balanced Literacy
- Restorative Practices & De-escalation
- Teachers' College Reading and Writing Project June 2018 Reading Institute - Columbia University
- Curriculum experience: S.P.I.R.E., Systematic ELD, Wilson Fundations, Fountas and Pinnell, Science of Reading
- Educational technology experience: Newsela, ReadWorks, Nearpod, Renaissance (Star Reading), Illuminate, Kahoot, Blooket, Khan Academy, Freckle, IXL Learning, Quizlet
- Experience with other technology: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Suite, Synergy, School Loop
Accomplishments
Led Grade-Level Team meetings
Contributor in staff-wide professional development
Timeline
Literacy Specialist & Intervention Facilitator
San Francisco Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
English Language Arts, Social Studies, and English Language Development Teacher
San Francisco Unified School District
01.2016 - Current
Academic Liaison
YMCA - Beacon After School
01.2016 - Current
MLK Running Club Advisor
01.2016 - 03.2020
Student Teacher
University of San Francisco
03.2015 - 12.2015
Spanish Bilingual Paraprofessional
San Francisco Unified School District
08.2014 - 02.2015
English Teacher
EClass South America
07.2013 - 07.2014
English Teacher
The Language Company
03.2013 - 12.2013
Master of Arts - Teaching Reading
University of San Francisco
05.2001 -
Single Subject Teaching Credential - English
University of San Francisco
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics & Spanish
University of California, Los Angeles
05.2001 -
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