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Samantha   Garcia

Samantha Garcia

261 Faber Circle Tannersville,PA

Summary

Educational professional prepared to deliver impactful instruction and create a positive learning environment. Proven ability to engage students through well-structured lesson plans and collaborative activities. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in demonstrating academic growth and teamwork.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher (300 Hours) Kindergarten

Smithfield Elementary School
10.2024 - 12.2024

· Collaborated with a mentor teacher to meet the needs of students and curriculum

· Designed and implemented a Student Learning Objective with a targeted group of students

· Developed lesson modifications for individual students

· Attended Professional Development meetings with a mentor teacher

· Analyzed student’s reading performance data in order to design and implement an SLO for targeted students

· Assessed reading and math levels throughout small group work

Student Teacher (300 Hours) 4th Grade

Hamilton Elementary School
08.2024 - 10.2024

· Gained experience assisting students with a range of learning differences and ESL.

· Actively engaged in afterschool meetings/clubs for students and faculty

· Conferred with faculty members and parents in order to set educational goals

· Administered, graded, and provided feedback on curriculum testing

· Integrated technology that encompassed math, reading, writing, and social studies

· Responsible for teaching and planning lessons while following curriculum and PA common core standards

Primary II (210 Hours) Kindergarten

Smithfield Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024

· Developed and implemented lessons aligned with the state standards

· Designed and implemented a Student Learning Objective with an individual student

· Developed lesson modifications for individual students

· Collaborated with students and families within the school community through an advocacy event

Primary I (105 Hours) Kindergarten

Smithfield Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023

· Observed daily routines and classroom management skills

· Completed a case study in which goals were set for an individual student

· Developed and implemented lessons aligned with the state standards

Pre-K Block (70 Hours)

Monroe County Head Start Program
01.2023 - 05.2023

· Recorded anecdotal and running record notes

· Designed and implemented a project based learning unit for the class

· Created a positive classroom management plan

· Assisted the head teacher in executing daily procedures in the classroom

· Effectively supported and taught students from low socioeconomic status backgrounds

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (PreK-4)

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA
12-2024

Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
05-2020

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Lesson Planning
  • Technology Integration
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Professional Development

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Student Teacher (300 Hours) Kindergarten

Smithfield Elementary School
10.2024 - 12.2024

Student Teacher (300 Hours) 4th Grade

Hamilton Elementary School
08.2024 - 10.2024

Primary II (210 Hours) Kindergarten

Smithfield Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024

Primary I (105 Hours) Kindergarten

Smithfield Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023

Pre-K Block (70 Hours)

Monroe County Head Start Program
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (PreK-4)

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Cedar Crest College
Samantha Garcia